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BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vs Toyota Crown

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe

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2026 Toyota Crown

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Overview

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
Selected trimM235i xDriveXLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20242026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
MSRP$48,300$41,440 (best)
Lowest listing price—$35,856 (best)
Median listing price—$44,619 (best)
Highest listing price—$59,103 (best)
For sale now08 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
Combined MPG27 MPG41 MPG (best)
City MPG24 MPG42 MPG (best)
Highway MPG33 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.2 gal14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
Horsepower302 hp (best)236 hp
Torque332 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.2 cu ft15.2 cu ft
Payload1,001 lbs1,040 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,605 lbs (best)3,980 lbs
Ground clearance6 in (best)5.8 in
Wheelbase105.1 in112.2 in (best)
Length178.5 in196.1 in (best)
Width70.9 in72.4 in (best)
Height55.9 in60.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeM235i xDriveToyota CrownXLE
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimBMW M235i xDrive Gran CoupeToyota Crown
1

M235i xDrive

$48,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$41,440 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Limited

$45,950 MSRP

3—

Nightshade

$48,765 MSRP

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Platinum

$54,990 MSRP

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BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vs Toyota Crown FAQ

Which is better: 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2026 Toyota Crown?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vs 2026 Toyota Crown on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2026 Toyota Crown?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Toyota Crown starts lower at $41,440. Live Toyota Crown listings start at $35,856.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,440).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better horsepower: 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2026 Toyota Crown?
The 2026 Toyota Crown leads on horsepower in this comparison (340).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vs 2026 Toyota Crown?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Crown (5/5 NHTSA overall).