BMW 525i vs Lincoln LS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Lincoln LS
Overview
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 525i | Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,500 | $39,285 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 280 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 286 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.9 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13.5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,428 lbs (best) | 3,772 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 114.5 in (best) |
| Length | 191.1 in | 194.4 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 57.8 in (best) | 56.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 525i525i | Lincoln LSSport |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 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 525i | Lincoln LS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 525i $43,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $39,285 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 525i vs Lincoln LS FAQ
- Which is better: 2007 BMW 525i or 2006 Lincoln LS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2007 BMW 525i vs 2006 Lincoln LS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2007 BMW 525i or 2006 Lincoln LS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Lincoln LS starts lower at $39,285.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2007 BMW 525i or 2006 Lincoln LS?
- The 2006 Lincoln LS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,285).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2007 BMW 525i or 2006 Lincoln LS?
- The 2007 BMW 525i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2007 BMW 525i or 2006 Lincoln LS?
- The 2006 Lincoln LS leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).