BMW 535i vs Lexus GS460
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Lexus GS460
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,850 | $55,370 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 342 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 15.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,957 lbs | 3,945 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.6 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Lexus GS460Base |
|---|---|---|
| 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 535i | Lexus GS460 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i $55,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $55,370 MSRP(Currently comparing) |