BMW 335i xDrive vs Lexus IS350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus IS350
Overview
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 335i xDrive | 350 F SPORT Design |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,750 | $45,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 311 hp (best) |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 900 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,720 lbs (best) | 3,792 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in (best) | 110.2 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 185.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lexus IS350350 F SPORT Design |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 335i xDrive | Lexus IS350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335i xDrive $45,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 F SPORT Design $45,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $47,500 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 350 F SPORT $47,950 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350 F SPORT $49,950 MSRP |
BMW 335i xDrive vs Lexus IS350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 BMW 335i xDrive vs 2026 Lexus IS350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus IS350 starts lower at $45,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2026 Lexus IS350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (45,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2015 BMW 335i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2026 Lexus IS350?
- The 2026 Lexus IS350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (311).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2015 BMW 335i xDrive vs 2026 Lexus IS350?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW 335i xDrive (5/5 NHTSA overall).