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BMW 318is vs Lexus SC300

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

Vehicles

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1997 BMW 318is

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2000 Lexus SC300

Overview

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
Selected trim318is300
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972000

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
MSRP$0$0
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank16.4 gal20.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
Horsepower138 hp225 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft220 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
Doors22
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft9.3 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,976 lbs (best)3,560 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)105.9 in
Length174.5 in192.9 in (best)
Width67.3 in70.9 in (best)
Height53.8 in (best)53.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318is318isLexus SC300300
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 318isLexus SC300
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318is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

300

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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