BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe vs Lexus IS300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus IS300
Overview
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 228 xDrive | 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $41,600 | $40,535 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 38 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 241 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 975 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,534 lbs (best) | 3,715 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 110.2 in (best) |
| Length | 179.2 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.9 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe228 xDrive | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe | Lexus IS300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228 xDrive $41,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $40,535 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 300 $42,535 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $42,505 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $44,545 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 300 F SPORT $44,580 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 300 F SPORT $46,620 MSRP |