When it's time to cruise the streets of Huntsville, Florence, and Cullman, AL, you want to be behind the wheel of a luxury SUV like the BMW X5 or Lexus RX 350. The team at Century BMW wants to help you determine which of these popular vehicles is right for your unique lifestyle, so we compared them!
You can check out our comparison here. When you know which one you want to test drive, contact us and get your drive scheduled!
Luxury Interiors of the BMW X5 and Lexus RX 350
From the moment you take the wheel of the BMW X5 or Lexus RX 350, you can tell that you're in for a first-class experience. Both SUVs feature available heated or ventilated front seats that can keep you comfortable in any weather.
They also both let you set the mood with ambient lighting and enjoy a ride in the lap of luxury with their available leather seating appointments. With both SUVs, you'll be able to seat five passengers comfortably. The BMW X5 also gives you the option of an available 3-row configuration that seats up to seven passengers.
When you're loading up the trunk on your way to the airport, it's important to note that you may be able to fit more inside the BMW, as you can see in the dimensions below:
- BMW X5 cargo volume (behind first/second row): 72.3/33.9
- Lexus RX 350 cargo volume (behind first/second row): 32.7/16 cubic feet
With less than half of the trunk volume in the BMW, the Lexus may make you leave a few things behind.
High-Tech Features Inside the Cabin
While we've already touched on the spaciousness and luxuriousness of the BMW X5 and Lexus RX 350 cabins, it's definitely worth talking about how high tech these interiors are. Built with the modern driver in mind, both SUVs feature infotainment systems that can keep you connected and entertained the whole way. This includes available features like:
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Auto™
- Bluetooth® wireless
You can control all these connectivity features through your available 12.3-inch touchscreen display. You can also use available voice command in either vehicle to safely control your entertainment features while keeping your hands on the wheel.
BMW X5 vs Lexus RX 350: Powerful Engine Specs
Now that you're situated in the driver's seat of the BMW X5 or Lexus RX 350, it's time to hit the push-button ignition and feel that engine roar to life. Both SUVs come standard with a powerful 6-cylinder engine that gives plenty of energy to every drive. You can take a look at their engine specs here:
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| BMW X5 | Lexus RX 350 |
| Standard V6 engine | 3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo I-6 | 3.5L V6 |
| Horsepower | 335 horsepower | 295 horsepower |
| Acceleration 0-60 MPH | 5.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
If you need even more power, the BMW X5 lets you upgrade to the available M Series trim. This comes with a mighty 4.4L BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine that produces 523 horsepower. It can also blast you off from 0 to 60 MPH in just 4.1 seconds.
Unfortunately, the Lexus RX 350 doesn't have a performance-driven engine with a comparable amount of power.
BMW X5 or Lexus RX 350: Take Your Pick
Now that you've seen how the BMW X5 and Lexus RX 350 compare, it's time to take your pick. Which one will you drive through Cullman, Huntsville, and Florence, AL? If you like the BMW, contact the team at Century BMW to take it out for a spin.
Contact us to test drive the BMW X5 today!
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