BMW 330i vs Lexus ES250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus ES250
Overview
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 330i | 250 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,500 | $42,140 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 33 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 203 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft (best) | 13.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,644 lbs (best) | 3,780 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 185.9 in | 195.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in | 57.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Lexus ES250250 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 330i | Lexus ES250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330i $47,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 250 $42,140 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 250 F SPORT Design $46,725 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 250 Luxury $47,310 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 250 Ultra Luxury $51,030 MSRP |