BMW M3 vs Lexus LS

How does the BMW M3 stack up against the Lexus LS? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW M3BMW M3
vs
Lexus LSLexus LS
SpecBMW M3Lexus LS
Horsepower (max)550 hp416 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s5.0 s
Top speed302 km/h250 km/h
Variants32
Body stylePerformance sedanFull-size luxury sedan
GenerationG80XF50
Production2020 – present2017 – present
Length4,794 mm5,235 mm
Width1,903 mm1,900 mm
Height1,433 mm1,450 mm
Wheelbase2,857 mm3,125 mm

BMW M3 vs Lexus LS: common questions

Is the BMW M3 or Lexus LS faster?
The BMW M3 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.2s versus the Lexus LS's 4.8s (0-100 km/h in 3.4s vs 5s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW M3 or the Lexus LS?
The BMW M3 makes more power: 550 hp (410 kW) versus 416 hp (310 kW) for the Lexus LS.
Is the BMW M3 or Lexus LS faster on top speed?
The BMW M3 has the higher top speed at 188 mph (302 km/h), versus 155 mph (250 km/h) for the Lexus LS.
What is the main difference between the BMW M3 and the Lexus LS?
The BMW M3 is a performance sedan, while the Lexus LS is a full-size luxury sedan. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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