2024 BMW i5 vs. 2024 Lexus ES 300h Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW i5

2024 BMW
i5

MSRP*: $66,800 to $84,100
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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
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 590-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 335 - 590 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 199.2 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.7 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 i5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW i5 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 i5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Lexus ES 300h, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW i5 is a little wider than the Lexus ES 300h, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the BMW i5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus ES 300h.

Handling
The BMW i5 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 i5 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
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW i5 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 i5 and the Lexus ES 300h.