BMW 3 Series vs Lexus ES

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

Lexus ES price starts at Rs. 68.23 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.87 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW 3 Series, priced at Rs. 77.10 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 3 Series offers a claimed 13.02 kmpl, while the ES delivers 22.5 kmpl. On the performance front, the 3 Series uses a 2998cc engine producing 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm and the ES a 2487cc engine producing 175.67bhp@5700rpm. If you're deciding between the 3 Series and ES, the ES is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 3 Series stands out for performance.

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3 Series vs ES Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 3 SeriesLexus ES
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77.10 LakhRs. 68.23 Lakh
Mileage 13.02 kmpl22.5 kmpl
Engine 2998 cc2487 cc
Max power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm175.67bhp@5700rpm
Top speed 253 Km/hNot Available

3 Series vs ES Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveLexus ES 300h Luxury
Rating
43 reviews
27 reviews
Brand Name BMW Lexus
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 68.23 Lakh
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 2487 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 175.67bhp@5700rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic E-CVT
Drive Type 4WD RWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 22.5 kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 235/45 R18
Boot Space 480 Liters 454 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 1,49,146 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 3.27 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Not Available
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Displacement
2998 cc
Not Available
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
2AR-FXE
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
2487 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
175.67bhp@5700rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
221Nm@3600-5200rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
E-CVT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Valve Configuration
Not Available
DOHC
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
VVT-iE
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Twin
Yes
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
Not Available
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
50 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
22.5 kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
22.5 kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
Not Available
Electric(Battery)

Suspension Rear
Not Available
2
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Not Available
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.9 m
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/45 R18
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Additional Interior Features
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
Semi Aniline Leather Seat Upholstery, Front Seats equipped with Seat Ventilation, EC Inside rear View Mirror (Auto Anti-glare Mirror), LED ambient illumination,
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
4
Digital Cluster
Not Available
TFT (Thin Film Transistor) colour Multi-Information Display
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Cargo Volume
480
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
480 Liters
454 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
3-Eye Bi-Beam LED,Headlamp Leveling Device(with Dynamic Auto),Front Turn Signal Lamp(Led),UV-Cut Glass,Outside Rear View Mirror with Auto Retract, Memory, Reverse Linked, Aspherical & Side Turn Indicator,LED Rear Combination Lamp,
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Not Available
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
No
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Yes
No
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
4975*1865*1445 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3022 mm
No. Of Doors
4
Not Available

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Not Available
Audio Mark Levinson Pure Play with 17 Speakers, Audio Jack 2 USB Plus 1 Aux in, Clearance and Back Sonar Front 4 and Rear 4, Accessory Connector 2 X 12 V DC Connecter Plus 2 X USB Port for Charging,
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Launch Control Function, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort access with Digital Key plus, M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, M Sport Differential
Auto Open and Close Power Back door with Kick Sensor, Moon Roof with Tilt & Slide Function, Driver Seat - 14 Way Adjust (Including Cushion Length Adjust) + Slide memory, Passenger Seat - 12 Way Adjust + Slide memory + Easy Slide Switch (Co-passenger seat adjustment from rear), Power Reclining Rear Seats with Trunk through, Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Electric Tilt + Telescopic adjustment and Memory function, Electric Parking Brake with Brakehold, Auto 3 Zone Air Conditioner with Humidity Sensor, Lexus Climate Concierge, Minus Ion Generator nanoeX, Sunshades for Rear Door and Rear Quarter Window + Power Sunshade for Rear Window, Easy Access Power System - Seat Slide + Tilt and Telescopic Steering,Dynamic Voice Recognition, Profile Function, Active Noise Control
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Battery Saver
Not Available
No
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
2 Audio Jack, AUX-in 12 V DC Connector, Electro Multi Vision Touch Display, Multimedia Audio System((Mark Levinson, Mark levinson 17 speakers (front 3 speakers,4 door speakers, 2 front door woofers, 1 rear subwoofers, 1 amplifier))), Smartphone connectivity (Wireless Apple Car Play / Wired Android Auto,
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
4
3
No of Speakers
16
17
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not Available
Bluetooth
Yes
Not Available
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
Not Available
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Not Available
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Driving Experience Control Eco
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Not Available
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
Not Available
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Not Available
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Not Available
No
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Not Available
Dual Pane
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbags
Not Available
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
No
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
10
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
EC Inside rear View Mirror (Auto Anti-glare Mirror), Vehicle Stability Control, Tyre Inflation Pressure Warning with Auto Location, Anti Theft System with Siren, Intrusion (Break-in) Sensor, and Tilt Sensor, Impact Sensing Fuel Cut (electric),Power Doorlock with Speed Lock Function, Power Windows with Jam Protection and Speed Control,Emergency Brake Signal, ISOFIX and Top Tether Anchor for Child Seat, Global Architecture-K,
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Not Available

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Not Available
Remote Boot Open
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
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Q. FOR 60LAKHS VOLVO S90 or LEXUS ES IS GOOD CHOICE ?
  • Both the cars are good enough and have their own forte. The Volvo S90 now comes with radar-based safety tech, which makes the car even safer to be in. The updated safety kit includes features like adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, collision warning, and blind-spot detection. The previous model scored a 5-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP. Moreover, the Volvo cars are well known for their brilliant build quality and safety features. The Volvo S90 has 1 Diesel Engine on offer. The Diesel engine is 1969 cc. It is available with Automatic transmission. Depending upon the variant and fuel type the S90 has a mileage of 18.0 kmpl. If you are looking for a particularly sporty luxury sedan and looking to spend around Rs50-60 lakh, the Volvo S90 should be on your shopping list. Expected to be priced at Rs 55 lakh, this Inscription variant of the S90 offers you a very competitive package. Yes, it misses out slightly in terms of the back seat, but when you consider the style, the features, the ride comfort, and the sense of space you get, the S90 makes it clear that it is taking luxury very seriously. On the other hand, if you had experienced the sixth-generation Lexus ES 300h, this new one will feel like a proper update. It now has style along with substance, unlike the car it replaces. The Lexus ES 300h is no longer just a car you should buy because it offers space, luxury, a hybrid powertrain at a competitive price, and a highly sought-after ownership experience. It is also stylish enough to stand apart from the German, Scandinavian and British crowd, spacious and quiet enough to be the ultimate chauffeur-driven car, and sporty enough to occasionally offer thrills. The ES 300h has finally transcended the badge on its grille. It is tremendously comfortable and offers refinement and noise insulation levels no other car in the segment can match. The Lexus ES has 1 Petrol Engine on offer. The Petrol engine is 2487 cc. It is available with Automatic transmission. Depending upon the variant and fuel type the ES has a mileage of 22.37 kmpl. In terms of safety, the Lexus sedan gets ten airbags, ABS with EBD, hill launch assist, vehicle stability control, tyre pressure monitoring system, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. The ES 300h also comes with comfort features like cruise control, a head-up display, and three-zone climate control. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test drive for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for the dealership.
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BMW 3 Series Vs Lexus ES FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs Lexus ES?
As per the users experiences BMW 3 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and comfort in your car. But Lexus ES is better on the grounds of maintenance, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs Lexus ES?
The Lexus ES is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by ₹8.87 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs Lexus ES?
For the M340i xDrive version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series produces 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the 300h Luxury version, 2487 cc Petrol engine of ES produces 175.67bhp@5700rpm of power and 221Nm@3600-5200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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