BMW 550i vs Lexus LS430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Lexus LS430
Overview
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 550i | 430 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $66,300 | $56,525 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 22.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 443 hp (best) | 278 hp |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft (best) | 312 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 4.3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 20.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs | 3,990 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 115.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 197.4 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 72 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 550i550i | Lexus LS430430 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 550i | Lexus LS430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 550i $66,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 430 $56,525 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 550i vs Lexus LS430 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 550i or 2006 Lexus LS430?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 550i vs 2006 Lexus LS430 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 BMW 550i or 2006 Lexus LS430?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Lexus LS430 starts lower at $56,525.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 550i or 2006 Lexus LS430?
- The 2006 Lexus LS430 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (56,525).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 550i or 2006 Lexus LS430?
- The 2016 BMW 550i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 550i or 2006 Lexus LS430?
- The 2016 BMW 550i leads on horsepower in this comparison (443).