BMW 535xi vs Lexus IS F
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Lexus IS F
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535xi | F |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,000 (best) | $63,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 416 hp (best) |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft | 371 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | — | 3,780 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in (best) | 107.5 in |
| Length | 191.1 in (best) | 183.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in (best) | 55.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535xi535xi | Lexus IS FF |
|---|---|---|
| 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 535xi | Lexus IS F |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535xi $52,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | F $63,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 535xi $54,400 MSRP | — |