BMW 325xi vs Lexus ES300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Lexus ES300
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325xi | 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,800 | $31,725 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 220 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 14.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,560 lbs | 3,439 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in (best) | 107.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in (best) | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 57.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Lexus ES300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | None reported (best) |
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 325xi | Lexus ES300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325xi $32,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $31,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 325xi $34,600 MSRP | — |
BMW 325xi vs Lexus ES300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2003 Lexus ES300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325xi vs 2003 Lexus ES300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2003 Lexus ES300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Lexus ES300 starts lower at $31,725.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2003 Lexus ES300?
- The 2003 Lexus ES300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,725).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2003 Lexus ES300?
- The 2003 Lexus ES300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2003 Lexus ES300?
- The 2006 BMW 325xi leads on horsepower in this comparison (215).