2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe vs. 2025 Lexus ES 350 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
228 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $38,400 to $40,400
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Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 350

2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 302 hp
Exterior Length 178.5 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.4 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 39.8 in
Rear 35.6 - 38.2 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 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 350 than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus ES 350, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe as you will with the Lexus ES 350, 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). Based on MSRP, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is clearly a better financial choice over the Lexus ES 350.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is much slimmer than the Lexus ES 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus ES 350.

Handling
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 350, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is significantly less powerful than the Lexus ES 350. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus ES 350.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW 228 Gran Coupe and the Lexus ES 350.