Lexus IS 2016 vs BMW 3 series 2015

 
Lexus IS
2016 - 2020
BMW 3 series
2015 - 2018
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.5 Petrol3.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 306 HP326 HP
Torque: 377 NM450 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.7 seconds4.9 seconds
BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving.
Lexus IS engine produces 20 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 73 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.27.3
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Lexus IS consumes 3.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 585 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 580 km in combined cycle820 km in combined cycle
730 km on highway1010 km on highway
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.3 inches)145 mm (5.7 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus IS engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 9 years9 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus RX, Lexus GS, Toyota TacomaUsed also on BMW X4
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus IS might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.68 m4.63 m
Width: 1.81 m1.81 m
Height: 1.43 m1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Lexus IS is 5 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 306 litres480 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Lexus IS has 174 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Lexus IS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.9 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`1272`165
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no data
below average
Average price (€): no data23 200
Pros and Cons: Lexus IS has
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • better manoeuvrability
BMW 3 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
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