2025 Bentley Flying Spur vs 2025 Lexus LS

$272,300 · Sedan

$80,335 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur (Car 1) and the 2025 Lexus LS (Car 2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), where the Bentley commands a premium of $191,965 over the Lexus, totaling $272,300 versus $80,335. This pricing disparity reflects massive performance gaps, highlighted by the Flying Spur’s 771 hp output compared to the LS’s 416 hp—a difference of 355 horsepower. Furthermore, the Bentley offers an all-wheel drive system and an electric range of 30 miles, features absent on the rear-wheel-drive Lexus. Fuel economy shows the Lexus achieving a better combined 22 MPG versus the Bentley's 19 MPG. While the Bentley delivers superior torque at 738 lb-ft against the LS's 442 lb-ft, potential owners must balance this performance against the Lexus's $191,965 savings.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is superior for commuting due to its significantly lower initial cost and marginally better combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lexus LS

The Lexus LS provides practicality and substantial cost savings, making it the sensible choice for family duties despite the Bentley's larger dimensions.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur dominates performance metrics with 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, far surpassing the Lexus LS’s output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lexus LS

The Lexus LS offers 416 horsepower for under $81,000, providing drastically superior horsepower-per-dollar compared to the $272,300 Bentley.

Choose the Bentley Flying Spur if...

Absolute top-tier performance, including 771 hp, is the primary purchasing criterion.
All-wheel drive capability and a 30-mile electric range are desired features.
The owner requires the larger physical footprint, measuring 209.3 inches in length.

Choose the Lexus LS if...

Strict adherence to a budget, with the MSRP starting at $80,335, is necessary.
Superior fuel efficiency, achieving 29 MPG on the highway, is prioritized over raw power.
A traditional 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission is preferred over an automated manual.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Bentley Flying Spur	Lexus LS
Length	209.3"	206.1"
Width	78.3"	74.8"
Height	58.0"	57.0"
Wheelbase	125.8"	123.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	771 hp	416 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	738 lb-ft	442 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	18/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.0/462.0 mi.	390.6/629.3 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	49/57 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	46 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	30 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	64	—
Charging Time (240V)	3.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.0 gal.	21.7 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Leather and Simulated Suede	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	650W	—
Speaker System	10	12
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	37.3 in.
Front Leg Room	45.2 in.	41.0 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Shoulder Room	—	58.8 in.
Front Hip Room	—	55.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	16-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	16-way

Rearseats

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	37.3 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	38.9 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	56.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	55.1 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	22 in	19 in
Tire Size	N/A	✓
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Bentley	Lexus
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur and 2025 Lexus LS.

What is the performance gap in raw horsepower between the two sedans?

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur delivers a substantial 771 hp. This is 355 hp more than the 2025 Lexus LS, which is rated at 416 hp.

How do the fuel economy figures compare for daily driving?

The Lexus LS has a measurable advantage with a combined 22 MPG (18 city/29 highway). The Bentley Flying Spur achieves a lower combined 19 MPG (17 city/22 highway).

Does the Bentley Flying Spur offer any electrification capabilities that the Lexus lacks?

Yes, the Bentley Flying Spur is specified with a 30-mile electric range, indicating a hybrid powertrain element, whereas the Lexus LS specifications provided do not list an electric range.

Considering the drivetrain, which car is better suited for low-traction environments?

The Bentley Flying Spur utilizes an all-wheel drive system, which is generally preferred for enhanced traction compared to the rear-wheel-drive configuration of the Lexus LS.

What is the primary justification for the Bentley's significantly higher starting price?

The price difference of $191,965 is justified primarily by the Bentley's extreme performance figures (771 hp vs. 416 hp) and its inclusion of advanced luxury features, evidenced by its specialized transmission and AWD setup.

Are the physical dimensions of the two vehicles similar for parking purposes?

They are generally similar, but the Bentley is slightly larger, measuring 209.3 inches long and 78.3 inches wide. The Lexus is 206.1 inches long and 74.8 inches wide.