Happy Monday guys! We hope you all had a wonderful weekend. While Lexus may always seem outclassed next to a BMW, the latest RX 500h F-Sport Performance has the BMW X5 centered in its crosshairs and while the two may not seem like natural rivals, the specs show both to be quite similar on paper. Which one would you choose for yourself? Let us know below!

As an owner of literally both. I own a 2024 X5 50e and we returned my wife's Q5 lease and opted for the 2024 Lexus RX350. I can honestly say for 99% of the population the RX is plenty of car. I wanted the X5 M60i, but was told I had to build one, so I opted for the X5 50e. Both amazing vehicles.

I like the design inside and out a lot more on the BMW

I like both vehicles. You can already find both 2024 models, slightly used, for around $60k, which is the route I would take.

I was considering these two, I did a test drive of the RX and it was good, but then I drove the X5 and immediately fell in love with it and put an order for it!

BMW X5 is the best in class. Imo

Wish you added the GLE & MDX too for a four way comparison

This video feels like it was taylor-made for me. Great job!

Spot On reviews! Summary is BMW you Lease and Lexus you Buy!😊

Spot on! Exactly the comparison I was looking for!!

You buy a Lexus, you lease a BMW

Nah BMW sweeps the segment. Only the Genesis can compete or the Porsche imho

Good comparison. All the years of experience has you at the point where you can seemingly knock out a detailed, relevant, and unbiased look at both, and give us viewers an accurate take on what we can expect. If I had more money than I knew what to do with, I'd go BMW. Otherwise, I doubt I'd feel shortchanged with the Lexus.

He sure likes head to head😂😂😂

I test drive both. While I really wanted to love the Lexus, I couldn’t come away, objectively and subjectively picking it over the X5. I ended up buying the X5 X40i with the M Sport package. You do end up paying more, but the BMW is a whole league better especially when you move up a bit in trim and options. BMW has figured out this X5 formula for daily driving and utility.

Right as I'm eyeing this exact X5 trim this video comes out.... Thank you

Are you going to post a separate review of the bmw x5? Please please do

mpg on BMW is same as on 2016 rav4, just on regular. But still considering the HP output it crazy efficient engine

Yeah, but at about 70000 or a hundred thousand miles you might as well take your entire bank account and give it to the BMW dealership. That Lexus is still going to be a rock

Excellent excellence excellent review!

The b58 engine is very very reliable, so much so that the Toyota supra uses the exact same engine. Goes to show how past reputations can bite you later on.

Excellent comparison. However, I would take poor man X5 CX70 over these two. The best bang for the buck.

Softan, what are your thoughts for long term reliability of ford expedition Timberline 3.5 twin turbo EcoBoost considering tons of issues with new Toyota turbo engine... Thanks

I'd skip both and go with a X3 M40i

IMO, everything about the BMW is better. Exterior design is much better looking. The wheels looks much better. I appreciate the BODY colored side mirrors over the cheap-out black side mirrors. The interior of the BMW is more refined looking. The seats look more comfortable. I can't afford either of them, but if I could, I'd get the BMW. Love the paint color.

I much prefer the Lexus RX, as the other will visit the mechanic shop more often, with a plethora of issues.

Which one has the best lease deal? That's the one I'm getting.

The BMW you lease. The Lexus you buy.

I think the time where Lexus was ultra luxurious has long passed. It looks like they have more legroom and less cargo room (which is usually my preference) than the BMW. The Lexus presents as a much better value and has that Toyota reliability and longevity backing. The BMW looks more premium inside but at that price point I feel like it should absolutely come with cooled rear seats. I think non black/gray interiors inherently make a vehicle look more premium. Does anyone know why BMW hates reclining 2nd row seats? I think they’re both overpriced. There are some non “luxury” vehicles out there that give you the bulk of what you get in these vehicles for a good bit less 💰. Very strong video SB. Thanks for letting us ride along with you.

Nice review, enojyed it very much! Lexus is a nice car, but in this comparison it doesn't look that great. X5 looks better/more modern inside and out, the engine and the transmission are top notch. Basically, it's a "nice car vs the best SUV in the segment" video. BMW wins it handily, they are on a mission lately.

Both great cars

Speed? BMW Reliability? Dependability? Lexus

My 2024 X5 xDrive 40i "M Sport" is terrific, but to be brutally honest... I really LIKE it a lot, but I don't LOVE it. I shopped around quite a bit (Audi, Volvo & others) but these two were available from dealerships under the same parent company. The Lexus had a $1500 price bump, the BMW was straight MSRP. This, plus fuel economy AND straight up power made me buy the BMW. I'm currently undecided as to how long I'll keep it.

You said “the BMW is not the M sport version “ many times! You should have compared an M Sport version. I have one for $2,300 you get bigger brakes,adaptive suspension, sportier exterior and interior design to mention just a few. It drives and handles well, is fast and gets good fuel economy for a big SAV. You get free maintenance for three years and reliability has improved tremendously according to CR. What’s not to like except maybe price. Skip the executive package and ventilated seats and you’re in the Mid $70’s price wise. More utility, faster and sportier. BMW is the winner!

Lexus definitely takes the interior when it comes to the screens integration. . The BMW screens looks like an afterthought and literally looks what Mercedes was doing 10 years ago.

Great review. Minor correction - the Lexus has leather, not sensatec. And the big screen is an option. The standard screen is like 9” and looks ridiculous.

Is this a base model vs the top model? What's going on here?

The RX 500h has the Hybrid Max engine, which is very powerful and sips fuel. The design of the X5 in that color is really nice, but it’s a shame BMW can’t redo their interior control layout and bring back dials and knobs.

Tesla still pressuring the entire automotive segment and dominates "sport class" to the extent to which Model X sales be had of course. Is interesting that BMW and Lexus have never done better since Tesla came along tho.

These should be called the red barn reviews lol.

BMW👑

I can get a used 2023 RX500h for a pretty good price. I heard the 500h had a few problems last year? Did they fix them?

Both great luxury SUVs! Bmw better in performance/driving. Lexus better on build quality, hybrid system, reliability, economy, offroading, resale price - and its still quick and handles great. For me the Lexus wins

X5 isnt in same league as RX, X3 is more size of RX.. not sure why they compare the X5 and GLE to RX.. its smaller, more mid sized, and less money...

Now car confections have a challenge

The Lexus gives me peace of mind, the Bimmer gives my mechanic a Caribbean holiday.

fyi in Canada, RX tops out at $84,000... X5 BASE MODEL starts at $89,000... why are we comparing them?

The bmw is just on another level. The Lexus is nice but not top tier nice and refined.

I like both but because of the power of the engine i'd take the beemer

Though I prefer Lexus (sedans, especially the es 350h) over any other car, I think the bmw looks much better than the RX on the outside, and better on the inside as well.

This is a tough choice!!! I love them both.

I honestly don’t think Lexus or BMW is targeting the same buyer. Target market is very different between both cars; this isn’t to say people wouldn’t cross shop them but I think the person buying either vehicle will have very, very different preferences. At the end of the day, both are amazing choices. I’m a die hard Lexus fan but I think I would go with the BMW depending on how a test drive goes. I’ve long admired the X5 as a favourite in the BMW lineup.

First place 114k units sold vs second place 72k units sold. I think the market has spoken as to which one is the most preferable luxury mid-size SUV. Despite the huge margin, 2nd place is not bad... How many did Genesis GV80 sell? like 5? ouch. And out of those 5, 3 catches fire on their engines. 😱😢🤣

This is where Lexus fanboys say “yeah but it’s reliable

Lexus lost me when they lost the V6! Save the V6's! ✊

bmw x5 all the way

BMW X5 please!

Hi Sofyan, which one would you buy?😅

Had to check the date on this review-thought it was an April Fool's joke. X5 craps all over this and the GX550-if you tow lots and need the additional ground clearance of the OverTrail then yes GX550 is better suited for those duties; hopefully they will get their act together re the TTv6, hood flutter and cheap looking interior. Lexus used to be about the "Relentless pursuit of perfection"; now they are becoming more like glorified Toyotas. I own a GX460 and had the RX and IS V6s; great engines, refined and reliable but Lexus is becoming like everyone else with turbos and screens. Grab an old school IS or better yet an LC500 if you can....

Naveen taking up all the space in these comments 😂, quality entertainment. Also, off topic, I haven’t heard of issues with the turbo Lexus engines here in Australia apart from the Lexus LX which got recalled. But I haven’t heard anything from the 2.4L Turbo 4 found in the NX and RX as of right now, does anyone know where abouts the US Lexus NX’S/RX’S are built? Because I’m fairly sure that the Lexus RX’S and NX’s we get here are made in Japan. If the US ones are also built in Japan, then maybe they are having issues but people just haven’t been vocal (which is weird and doesn’t make much sense)?? But if they are made in Canada or somewhere else, then I guess you have your answer as to why. The Japanese just build their cars better, which is expected.

But it's still better x5 models this base is good too a top trim Lexus wich is crazy

I'm bmw all day I don't keep cars long so who cares if it doesn't last over 5 years 😂

Seats are too narrow if you’re over 90kg and non adjustable bolsters 😢

And Driver side mirrow have double vision. Replaced twice but still the same so disappointed

I will pick Lexus every day and twice on Sundays over the Bimmer. The pre facelift of X5 looked great, but now, it just doesn't look that attractive. Lexus on the other hand, when the spindle grill first was applied to the GS, it looked like crap. Whereas now, they have become much more attractive and it just keeps getting better. I just wish that they get the ugly corner amber(make it blue or white) reflectors in the headlights and put it in the bumper like Bimmer. Plus, Lexus will have more resale value compared to the Bimmer in 3 to 5 years, not to mention better reliability, and Lexus has brand cachet just like Bimmer and Mercedes.

You called the RX a SUV, then, said sporty crossover (CUV), looking the Lexus is FWD based, meaning it has already lost, to the RWD based X5 or any other RWD midsize SUV

I have no idea why Lexus in The States insisted on such an awkward name. It’s an RX500h. “F Sport Performance” is superfluous because it only comes as an F Sport and the 500 part of it implies performance.

Would not touch a '24 RX350, the 2.4T is a very laggy motor from a start. Have to run it in sport mode all the time. On the freeway it's just ok. Definitely hybrid only models if you're going with RX as the electric motor makes up for the 2.4T's off the line turbo lag.

I buy my cars, so I'd not consider a bmw over the long term. Lexus is the my most reliable car maker on the planet

People will just right away to BMW which yes BMW is much better driving etc etc but long term the Lexus will hold it value more and be more reliable

BMW of course 💪

I’d go X5 all… day…. long…. That new Lexus powertrain sucks! May as well get the performance of the BMW if they’re both going to be shop-princesses!

I don’t know who be designing Lexus interior, why all their interior look like Toyota. You can’t compare that with other luxury SUV that class . For 75k with a Toyota highlander interior. Look at that BNW interior

I have 2024 rx500h but hate it. This car building quality is sooooo bad .i had 2 nx300 1 RX350. Never had quality complaints but rx500h building quality is BAD letter sit bad quality. Dashboard making noise when driving. Sounds like not attached well so regrets paying 74k for this car

BMW anytime any day

Lexus ez pick for me

I drove the 2024 x5 and it definitely impressed me. For it to be the base model it was quick enough and felt very sporty. I think it comes with a lot for the 70k starting price.

Apples and oranges. Lexus is for people who derive pleasure from their cars lasting 150k miles without major works. While that's a great trait for a vehicle, the owners are missing out on the simple pleasures of driving by owning these appliances.

Lexus needs to start building all their models like the LC

Imagine if you will, a trip to a local hospital carrying your love one in your arms It’s 3am, and the temperatures have dropped to 13 degrees Fahrenheit You have these two cars in your driveway The hospital is 4 hours away Which one would you trust more?

BMW X5 or Mercedes GLE??

I leave everyone in the dust when I hit the gas and let those electric motors give me instant torque and I’ve never spent more than $50 (91 grade) on a full tank for this 500H. The only annoying part of this car is the Lexus Safety 3.0 LED that monitors your head position and nags you to look straight ahead while driving. Also not having dedicated physical dials to select drive modes and deciding to add that onto the touchscreen is stupid but you can get around that by programming the buttons on the right side of steering wheel. Quirks on the software are annoying such as not being able to properly load the correct profile of who’s actually driving the vehicle. Little annoyances which I hope will be resolved by software updates. I’ve had hybrid failure messages show twice while owning the vehicle for almost one year. Only time will tell if other issues start showing themselves but knowing Lexus, they will stand behind their product and getting things fixed/resolved after the factory warranty is up isn’t going to cost an arm and leg like how the BMW will cost but then again most of these are leased and then returned after the 3 years are up.

Did the BMW not have launch control? The launch control may get you sub 5 second to 60!

Comparing Lexus to bmw is like comparing an iPhone to a flip Motorola

I sold my RX and jumped in a X5 and im not turning back my x5 is a 2022 not the 2024 with these ugly big screens

How does this guy remember all this stuff?

A better comparison would be the MDX types or CX90 and CX70

Was this a BMW commercial ?

Thanks for review bong srey. Happy pride!🌈🏳️‍🌈

how much did the camera person have to drink......

Lexus is reliable sure, but they’re just not on the same level as the Germans

Usually, I would say a Toyota will last longer, but the new-generation BMW engines are lasting longer than all the new Toyota turbo engines. There was a 100k recall on all their V6 turbos. So, glad my Supra was made by BMW, now I'll know it will outlast all the new Toyota. 🤣

Difinitly BMW. We have experianced lots of technical isues with new 2024 Lexus Rx350 leased few months ago, not to mention the worst customer service me and my family have experienced with lack of cordial professional, customer service and respond from both Beverly Hills Lexus main office on Wilshire Blvd as well as trouble service at their service department on West Olympic Blve in Beverly hills. Think twice before purchasing RX 350 or any Lexus suv specially from Beverly Hills location.

Is like you compare Holland with cars like BMW or Toyota or Lexus please don't say jokes around the world because is 😂😅 BMW is far far away future vs Toyota or Lexus so Toyota need eat a lot breaded to catch BMW and never be happen they can't is facts

I have to say sorry to All mid size suvs in the world when they're brought out to be dragged race with it. All of them . ( Maybe not some Italian one

Lexus all day, I'm all about reliability.

X5 is much bigger than lexus, how you can compare them?

Im gonna buy my next vehicle and im leaning towards the Lexus. Thanks again Soyfan @redlinereviews

Didn’t brake torque the lexus for comparison

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