BMW 328 vs. Lexus IS 350 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Lexus IS 350 is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the BMW. The BMW 3 Series won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Lexus. In terms of MSRP, the IS 350 doesn't cost much less than the BMW.

Utility
There's no clear winner between the Lexus IS 350 and the BMW 3 Series when it comes to hauling capacity. The BMW 3 Series and the IS 350 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll very likely take the 3 Series for a fill-up roughly as often as the Lexus IS 350.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the BMW 3 Series offers a bit more head room than the IS 350, there really isn't much of a difference. The 3 Series offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Lexus IS 350 does.

Dimensions
The Lexus IS 350 is a tad more ponderous than the 3 Series. The BMW 3 Series's tank is roughly the same size as the Lexus IS 350's, though the Lexus IS 350's is somewhat bigger. The BMW 3 Series and the IS 350 compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
The Lexus IS 350 and the BMW have about comparable tires. With their comparable turning circles, the Lexus IS 350 and the 3 Series quite certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Lexus IS 350's engine is markedly more sizeable than the BMW 3 Series's. Note that larger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Lexus IS 350 is significantly more powerful than the BMW 3 Series. The BMW 3 Series could learn a lesson or two from the IS 350 with respect to pickup.

Overview
The Lexus IS 350 and the BMW 3 Series have the same basic after-sale protection.