2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe vs. 2024 Lexus ES 300h Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
i4 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $52,200 to $69,700
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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 Info not available 43 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 281-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 396-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 536-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 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 281 - 536 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 188.5 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 72.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.6 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 i4 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW i4 Gran Coupe and the Lexus ES 300h in the front seats.

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). The BMW i4 Gran Coupe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Lexus ES 300h, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe is about the same width as the Lexus ES 300h. The BMW i4 Gran Coupe is slightly shorter than the Lexus ES 300h, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe has a larger turning radius than the Lexus ES 300h, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW i4 Gran Coupe has a much more powerful engine than the Lexus ES 300h. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe has much less torque than the Lexus ES 300h, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW i4 Gran Coupe and the Lexus ES 300h.