BMW 4 Series vs Lexus RC (2025)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$4,130
- 4 Series: 5 mpg better, 14 hp more.
- RC: $4,130 cheaper, 3.9 in more front legroom.
- 4 Series wins 6 of 10 measures.
| Measure | 4 Series | RC | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $50,825 | $46,695 | RC |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 241 hp | 4 Series |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 4 Series |
| MPG combined | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 4 Series |
| Cargo, max | 16.6 cu ft | 10.4 cu ft | 4 Series |
| Cargo, seats up | 12.0 cu ft | 10.4 cu ft | 4 Series |
| Rear legroom | 32.5 in | 27.3 in | 4 Series |
| Front legroom | 41.5 in | 45.4 in | RC |
| Length | 188.5 in | 185.0 in | Not scored |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 3,898 lb | 3,737 lb to 3,957 lb | N/A |
| Seats | 4 to 5 | 4 | N/A |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.3 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 s tested | N/A | N/A |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | About the same |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Series 430i Gran Coupe RWD $49,650 | RC 300 F SPORT RWD $50,240 | $590 |
| RC 300 RWD $45,620 | 4 Series 430i Gran Coupe RWD $49,650 | $4,030 |
Cost to run
RC costs $2,594 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | 4 Series | RC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $50,825 | $46,695 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,280 | $1,536 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $7,680 | $9,216 |
| Total, 6 years | $58,505 | $55,911 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: 4 Series wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | RC | 8% |
| MPG | 4 Series | 17% |
| Power | 4 Series | 5% |
| Space | 4 Series | 37% |
| Towing | N/A |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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