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Compare BMW 3 Series Sedan vs Lexus HS 250h

BMW 3 Series Sedan
2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan
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$43,800
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Lexus HS 250h
2012 Lexus HS 250h
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$37,030
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
Inline-4 Hybrid
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 35 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
17 ft³
Trunk Volume
12.1 ft³

Photos

BMW 3 Series Sedan
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
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Lexus HS 250h
2010-2012 Lexus HS Rear Angle View
2010-2012 Lexus HS Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Inline-4 Hybrid
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
187 combined
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
N/A
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,582 lbs
3,682 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
35 MPG
City
25 MPG
35 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
34 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
5.2 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
8

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
390 miles
507.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
530.4 miles
493 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.7 in
184.8 in
Height
56.8 in
59.3 in
Max Width
71.9 in
70.3 in
Front Width
62.3 in
60.4 in
Rear Width
62.9 in
60.2 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
106.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
6.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
42.6 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
38 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
53.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
52.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
34.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.6 in
36.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
54.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
51.2 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
17 ft³
12.1 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
37.4 ft
Turning Diameter Wall to Wall
N/A
39.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7.0"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45HR18
P215/55VR17
Rear Tire
P225/45HR18
P215/55VR17
Spare Tire
N/A
T145/70D17

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Individual Dravit Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Black, Leather seat trim
  • Black/Gray, Touring leather seat trim
  • Parchment, Leather seat trim
  • Water Gray, Leather seat trim

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Optional
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Optional
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Optional
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Navigation from Telematics
Not Available
Optional
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Optional
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
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