2024 BMW X5 PHEV vs. 2024 Lexus GX 550 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW X5 PHEV

2024 BMW
X5 PHEV

MSRP*: $72,500
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2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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MPG - City Info not available 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 71.2 ft3 76.9 - 90.5 ft3
Engine
  • 483-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 483 hp 349 hp
Towing Capacity 5,952 lbs 7,601 - 9,096 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 197.1 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 78.0 - 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus GX 550 than in the BMW X5 PHEV, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 PHEV and the Lexus GX 550.

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 X5 PHEV is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus GX 550.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 PHEV is about the same width as the Lexus GX 550. When looking at overall length, the BMW X5 PHEV takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus GX 550.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the BMW X5 PHEV for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 PHEV greatly out-muscles the Lexus GX 550.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 PHEV has much lower torque than the Lexus GX 550, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X5 PHEV and the Lexus GX 550. The BMW X5 PHEV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lexus GX 550.