Which high-performing luxury SUV should you buy? Are the Lexus RX and BMW X5 two contenders for you? Both of these luxury SUVs are top picks for shoppers who want premium performance matched with luxurious interiors and features. How do you decide between these Lexus and BMW SUVs? See this Lexus RX vs. BMW X5 comparison that we have curated to showcase differences between the RX and X5. Compare interior specs and performance, interior and safety features, and much more, today.

2024 Lexus RX vs. 2024 BMW X5 Dimensions

Comparing BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX Interior Headroom, Legroom, & Shoulder Room

Front Headroom: Lexus RX: 39.5-in | BMW X5: 40.8-in

Legroom: Lexus RX: 41.1/37.4-in | BMW X5: 39.8/37.4-in

Shoulder Room: Lexus RX: 58.1/56.5-in | BMW X5: 60.0/58.1-in

Lexus RX vs. BMW X5 Engines & Performance

The Lexus RX and BMW X5 have renowned performances, incorporating power, quick acceleration and efficiency. The BMW X5 has a standard 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine offering 375 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. On the base Lexus RX 350, you find a 2.4-liter Turbo 4-cylinder engine with 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque available. If you want to bump up the power in your RX you can on the RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD trim that has a 2.4-liter Turbo 4-cylinder engine with Lexus Hybrid Electric Drive that can reach 366 horsepower. The BMW X5 also offers other powertrain configurations with other models of the X5.

While the BMW X5 takes it for power, the Lexus RX 350 has an EPA-estimated city MPG of 22 MPG and estimated highway MPG of 29 MPG available. On the BMW X5, theres an EPA-estimated MPG of 23/27 MPG in the city and on the highway. When looking at the new 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ Luxury AWD, there is an MPGe estimate of 83 compared to the X5 xDrive50e estimated 58 combined MPGe.

Lexus RX vs. BMW X5 Trim Levels

Do you want to explore a diverse lineup of trims for your new luxury SUV? The Lexus RX takes the lead in this category with its expansive series of trim options, including gas-powered models, hybrids, and plug-in hybrid options. The BMW X5 also has a great selection to choose from with core models, electrified, and performance versions of the X5 to choose. Below, we take a closer look at available models for the Lexus RX and BMW X5.

Lexus RX Trims

• RX 350
• RX 350 Premium
• RX 350 Premium+
• RX 350 Luxury
• RX 350 F SPORT Handling AWD
• RX 350h AWD
• RX 350h Premium AWD
• RX 350h Premium+ AWD
• RX 350h Luxury AWD
• RX 450h+ Luxury AWD
• RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD

BMW X5 Trims

• BMW X5 sDrive40i
• BMW X5 xDrive40i
• BMW X5 xDrive50e
• BMW X5 M60i
• BMW X5 M Competition

Compare Lexus RX vs. BMW X5 Features

Many of your favorite features come on the Lexus RX and BMW X5 like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a touchscreen, push-button Start/Stop, multi-zone climate control, and more. When looking at the base models for each luxury SUV, you can see many standout differences between the two, with the Lexus RX edging out in front of the BMW X5 with standard features.

When comparing safety features, the BMW X5 includes features like a rear-view camera, automatic high beams, Parking Assistant and Back-up Assistant, Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind Spot Detection, and Frontal Collision Warning. The Lexus RX comes standard with a backup camera, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Brake Assist, Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking, and the advanced Lexus Safety System+ 3.0. Features standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 include:

• All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Curve Speed Management
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and Intersection Support
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Road Sign Assist
• Intelligent High Beams

Purchase a Lexus RX at DARCARS Lexus of Mt. Kisco

Now that you have compared the Lexus RX vs. BMW X5, are you ready to get the keys to a new RX in Mt. Kisco, NY? While the BMW X5 and Lexus RX are both superior SUVs on the market, the Lexus leads with trims, efficiency, and features. See these exciting features for the Lexus RX today by coming over to our Lexus dealership!

If you want to see how the Lexus RX compares to other SUVs, see the Lexus RX vs. Lexus GX here!

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