BMW 550i xDrive vs Lexus LS460
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Lexus LS460
Overview
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 550i xDrive | 460 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all 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 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,600 (best) | $72,520 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 22.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 443 hp (best) | 386 hp |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft (best) | 367 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,431 lbs | 4,234 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 116.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.8 in (best) |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Lexus LS460460 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 550i xDrive | Lexus LS460 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 550i xDrive $68,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 460 $72,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 460 $75,465 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 460 L $78,820 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 460 L $82,305 MSRP |
BMW 550i xDrive vs Lexus LS460 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2017 Lexus LS460?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 550i xDrive vs 2017 Lexus LS460 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 xDrive or 2017 Lexus LS460?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 550i xDrive starts lower at $68,600.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2017 Lexus LS460?
- The 2016 BMW 550i xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,600).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2017 Lexus LS460?
- The 2016 BMW 550i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (443).