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BMW 228i xDrive vs Lexus RC200t

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 BMW 228i xDrive

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2017 Lexus RC200t

Overview

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
Selected trim228i xDrive SULEV200t
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162017

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
MSRP$34,850 (best)$40,155
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
Combined MPG27 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
Horsepower240 hp241 hp (best)
Torque255 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
Seating4 seats4 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft (best)10.4 cu ft
Payload1,083 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,470 lbs (best)3,737 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)5.3 in
Wheelbase105.9 in107.5 in (best)
Length174.7 in184.8 in (best)
Width69.8 in72.4 in (best)
Height55.8 in (best)54.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 228i xDrive228i xDrive SULEVLexus RC200t200t
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimBMW 228i xDriveLexus RC200t
1

228i xDrive SULEV

$34,850 MSRP(Currently comparing)

200t

$40,155 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

228i xDrive SULEV

$40,650 MSRP

BMW 228i xDrive vs Lexus RC200t FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 228i xDrive or 2017 Lexus RC200t?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 228i xDrive vs 2017 Lexus RC200t on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 BMW 228i xDrive or 2017 Lexus RC200t?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 228i xDrive starts lower at $34,850.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 228i xDrive or 2017 Lexus RC200t?
The 2016 BMW 228i xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,850).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 228i xDrive or 2017 Lexus RC200t?
The 2016 BMW 228i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 228i xDrive or 2017 Lexus RC200t?
The 2017 Lexus RC200t leads on horsepower in this comparison (241).