BMW M5 Sedan vs Lexus LS
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW M5 Sedan and the Lexus LS as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and Lexus Manila, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: BMW Philippines (SMC Asia Car Distributors), via bmw.com.ph.
BMW M5 Sedan
M5 Pure variant
- SRP
- ₱10,890,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱189,505
Photo: Lexus Philippines (Lexus Manila, Inc.), via lexus.com.ph.
Lexus LS
LS 500h Premier (5-seater) variant
- SRP
- ₱9,318,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱162,150
How they differ
- The Lexus LS is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱9,318,000, which is ₱1,572,000 (14%) below the BMW M5 Sedan at ₱10,890,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the LS is estimated at ₱162,150 a month against ₱189,505 for the M5 Sedan, a difference of ₱27,355 a month.
- The M5 Sedan makes more power (727 PS against 299 PS for the LS).
- The M5 Sedan has more torque (1,000 Nm against 350 Nm for the LS).
- The M5 Sedan has the larger engine (4,395 cc against 3,456 cc for the LS).
- The LS is the longer vehicle (5,235 mm against 5,096 mm for the M5 Sedan).
- They differ in powertrain: the M5 Sedan has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the LS a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW M5 SedanM5 Pure, ₱10,890,000 | Lexus LSLS 500h Premier (5-seater), ₱9,318,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 4.4L M TwinPower Turbo V8 petrol, plug-in hybrid | 8GR-FXS 3.5L V6, 24-valve DOHC, Dual VVT-i, gasoline multi-stage hybrid; 295 hp quoted output |
| Displacement (differs) | 4395 cc | 3456 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 727 PS | 299 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6600 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 1000 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 5,100 |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 15.2 km/L |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 18.6 kWh | n/a |
| Electric range (differs) | 65 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | WLTP | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 145 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed M Steptronic automatic | Multi-stage hybrid transmission |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (M xDrive) | RWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5096 mm | 5235 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3006 mm | 3125 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2510 kg | 2295 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 60 L | 82 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 466 L | 440 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | High-mount multi-link |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | Disc (357 mm) |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | Disc (335 mm) |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 245/50RF19 run-flat |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with brake assist and EBD |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Lexus Safety Sense: Pre-Collision System, Adaptive High-beam System, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control; Blind Spot Monitor; Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Vehicle Stability Control with traction control, hill-start assist with brake hold |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | 12.3" EMV touch display, 23-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, smartphone linking, Miracast |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | 8" TFT LCD meter |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | 3 bi-beam LED with sequential front turn signals, automatic leveling |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | Smart entry and start |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | SRS airbags: driver and front passenger, driver and front passenger knee, driver and front passenger side, front and rear curtain shield, rear seat side, rear cushion; Panoramic view monitor; Intelligent clearance sonar; Moonroof; Semi-aniline seats, 28-way power front with memory, 22-way power rear, front and rear ventilation; 4-zone auto climate control |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years or 100,000 km manufacturer warranty, plus up to 2 years unlimited-mileage Service Rewards Warranty |
| Battery warranty (differs) | n/a | 8 years or 200,000 km (BEV traction battery / HEV battery) |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



