BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vs Lexus ES300h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus ES300h
Overview
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | M235i xDrive | 300h |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2024 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,300 | $43,440 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 43 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG | 44 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp (best) | 215 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.2 cu ft (best) | 13.9 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,001 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,605 lbs (best) | 3,730 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 178.5 in | 195.9 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDrive | Lexus ES300h300h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 xDrive Gran Coupe | Lexus ES300h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M235i xDrive $48,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300h $43,440 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 300h F SPORT Design $47,825 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 300h Luxury $48,610 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300h F SPORT Handling $49,735 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 300h Ultra Luxury $52,330 MSRP |