2024 BMW 330 vs. 2024 Lexus ES 300h Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 330

2024 BMW
330

MSRP*: $44,500 to $46,500
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Picture of the 2024 Lexus ES 300h

2024 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 43 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 255 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 185.7 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 38.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the BMW 330, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW 330 and the Lexus ES 300h in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 330 as you will with the Lexus ES 300h, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW 330 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus ES 300h.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 330 is much slimmer than the Lexus ES 300h, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 330, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus ES 300h.

Handling
The BMW 330 has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 300h, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 330 is somewhat more powerful than the Lexus ES 300h.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 330 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Lexus ES 300h.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 330 and the Lexus ES 300h.