Acura TLX vs BMW 328i
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 BMW 328i
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | 328i |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 | $38,350 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $15,300 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $22,200 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $47,100 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 13 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | 15.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 255 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 13 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs | 3,320 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 110.6 in |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 182.4 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.4 in (best) | 56.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | BMW 328i328i |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TLX | BMW 328i |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 328i $38,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | 328i SULEV $38,350 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Acura TLX vs BMW 328i FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Acura TLX or 2016 BMW 328i?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Acura TLX vs 2016 BMW 328i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Acura TLX or 2016 BMW 328i?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 328i starts lower at $38,350. Live Acura TLX listings start at $15,300.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Acura TLX or 2016 BMW 328i?
- The 2016 BMW 328i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,350).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Acura TLX or 2016 BMW 328i?
- The 2016 BMW 328i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Acura TLX or 2016 BMW 328i?
- The 2025 Acura TLX leads on horsepower in this comparison (355).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Acura TLX vs 2016 BMW 328i?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura TLX (5/5 NHTSA overall).