The Comparative Analysis :
BMW 330d Convertible Automatic (07 - 09) vs. Lexus IS 250C Automatic (10 - 13)
€ 52,100
€ 49,700
€ 52,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 49,700
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The BMW 330d Cabrio is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 2.2 inches shorter, 0.7 inches narrower and 1.2 inches lower than the Lexus IS 250C.
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
54.5
70.2
78.1
55.7
70.9
70.9
70.2 in
Width
70.9 in
78.1 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
70.9 in
54.5 in
Height
55.7 in
108.7
180.3
107.5
182.5
180.3 in
Length
182.5 in
108.7 in
Wheelbase
107.5 in
Vehicle Weight
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
4057 lb
Curb Weight
3979 lb
4839 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4575 lb
Weight Difference:
77 lb
1.9 %
General
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
E93
Generation
XE2
Convertible
Car Body Style
Convertible
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
Straight-six diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
BMW M57
Engine Series
M57-D30
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3 L / 147 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
228 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
205 hp
at 6400 rpm
BMW 330d Cabrio
228 hp
205 hp
Lexus IS 250C
369 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
186 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
BMW 330d Cabrio
369 lb‑ft
186 lb‑ft
Lexus IS 250C
Performance
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
151 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
7.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
325 ft
0.000 sec
BMW 330d Cabrio
62 mph
62
mph
mph
410 ft
0.000 sec
Lexus IS 250C
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17.79 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
19.41 lb/hp
BMW 330d Cabrio
17.79 lb/hp
19.41 lb/hp
Lexus IS 250C
Fuel Economy / Emissions
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
Fuel Economy
34 mpg
combined
26 mpg
BMW 330d Cabrio
34 mpg
26 mpg
Lexus IS 250C
25 mpg
city
19 mpg
No data
highway
33 mpg
16.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gal
549 mi
Range
439 mi
BMW 330d Cabrio
549 mi
439 mi
Lexus IS 250C
Environmental Impact
141.9 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
174.3 kWh
BMW 330d Cabrio
141.9 kWh
174.3 kWh
Lexus IS 250C
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
291 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
343 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
BMW 330d Cabrio
Lexus IS 250C
2
Doors
2
4
No. of Seats
4
783 lb
Maximum Payload
595 lb
9.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.9 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
