BMW M235i vs Lexus RC350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus RC350
Overview
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M235i | 350 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,150 (best) | $48,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 17.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 311 hp |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 10.4 cu ft |
| Payload | 810 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,535 lbs (best) | 3,748 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 107.5 in (best) |
| Length | 175.9 in | 185 in (best) |
| Width | 69.8 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 55.4 in (best) | 54.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M235iM235i | Lexus RC350350 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M235i | Lexus RC350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M235i $44,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M235i $48,750 MSRP | 350 $50,715 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 350 F SPORT $53,170 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350 F SPORT $54,545 MSRP |