2025 Lexus LC vs 2026 BMW M5

$99,750 · Coupe

$121,900 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Lexus LC bursts forth with refined, naturally aspirated V8 theatre, offering a gorgeous 471 hp package wrapped in stunning, low-slung coupe sheet metal, making it a pure aesthetic statement. Conversely, the 2026 BMW M5 rockets into contention with monstrous hybrid power, boasting a staggering 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, positioning it as the apex predator of performance sedans. The price chasm is immediate: the Lexus starts at $99,750, whereas the M5 commands a significantly higher $121,900. This power gap translates to a serious performance divide, with the M5 wielding 246 more horsepower, though the Lexus manages a slightly better combined 18 MPG versus the M5's 14 MPG. Furthermore, the practicality shifts drastically, as the M5 offers 16.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the LC's intimate 5.4 cu ft, reflecting their contrasting missions.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lexus LC

The Lexus LC achieves 18 combined MPG versus the M5's 14 MPG, making it marginally better for daily fuel stops.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 BMW M5

The BMW M5 offers more than three times the cargo capacity at 16.5 cu ft compared to the LC's meager 5.4 cu ft, essential for family duties.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW M5

The BMW M5's massive 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque offer significantly superior outright performance over the Lexus LC's 471 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lexus LC

The Lexus LC delivers a compelling luxury coupe experience for $22,150 less than the high-performance BMW M5.

Choose the Lexus LC if...

You prioritize breathtaking, timeless exterior design over raw straight-line speed.
You want to save $22,150 upfront, as the LC starts at $99,750.
You prefer the balanced feel of a naturally aspirated 471 hp engine paired with RWD architecture.

Choose the BMW M5 if...

You demand overwhelming performance, provided by 717 hp and AWD traction.
You need practical space, highlighted by the M5's 16.5 cu ft trunk.
You are intrigued by the inclusion of a 29-mile electric range for limited zero-emission driving.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lexus LC	BMW M5
Length	187.4"	200.6"
Width	75.6"	77.6"
Height	53.0"	59.4"
Wheelbase	113.0"	118.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	5.0 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	471 hp @ 7100 rpm	717 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm	738 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	16/24 MPG	12/19 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	14 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	347.2/520.8 mi.	190.8/302.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.7 gal.	15.9 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	41/57 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	47 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	29 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	55
Charging Time (240V)	—	2.0 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control 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	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Rear Cupholders	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	12	18
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bowers & Wilkins
Stereo Power	—	655W
Surround Audio	—	Discrete

Power Feature

Feature	Lexus	BMW
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Fixed Glass	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Front Head Room	37.2 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	59.2 in.
Front Hip Room	54.1 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	12-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Rear Head Room	32.2 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	32.5 in.	36.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	49.0 in.	56.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	43.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Painted Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Wheel Size	21 x 9.5 in.	21 x 11.0 in.
Tire Size	275/35R21	295/35R21
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Lexus	BMW
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 10000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lexus LC and 2026 BMW M5.

How much more power does the M5 have than the Lexus LC?

The 2026 BMW M5 has a significant advantage, delivering 717 hp compared to the 2025 Lexus LC's 471 hp, resulting in a power gap of 246 horsepower.

Is the difference in cargo space significant between these two vehicles?

Yes, the difference is substantial; the BMW M5 sedan offers 16.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the Lexus LC coupe is highly restrictive with only 5.4 cubic feet.

Does the M5 offer any fuel economy benefits over the Lexus LC?

No, the Lexus LC is more efficient, achieving 18 combined MPG, whereas the high-output M5 manages only 14 combined MPG, and both require premium fuel.

What is the primary powertrain distinction between the two?

The Lexus LC utilizes a conventional setup with 471 hp and a 10-speed automatic, while the BMW M5 integrates electrification to reach 717 hp through an 8-speed automatic and features an exclusive 29-mile electric range.

Which vehicle is physically larger, and how does that affect driving feel?

The BMW M5 is noticeably larger in all dimensions, measuring 200.6 inches long and 59.4 inches high, suggesting a more imposing presence compared to the lower, sleeker 187.4-inch long Lexus LC coupe.

Is the M5's higher price justified by its specifications over the LC?

The M5 costs $22,150 more than the LC, justifying the cost primarily through substantially greater power (717 hp vs 471 hp) and the addition of a hybrid system with 29 miles of electric range.