Car Price Comparison
BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

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Specifications Comparison
BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20112011
ModelX5RX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase115.5107.9
Length191.2187.8
Width76.174.2
Height69.966.3
Curb Weight49604510
Fuel Capacity22.519.2
R1 Headroom39.339.1
R1 Shoulder Room60.058.0
R1 Hip Room 55.6
R1 Legroom40.043.1
R2 Headroom39.037.7
R2 Shoulder Room58.057.6
R2 Hip Room 54.5
R2 Legroom36.636.8
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.140.0
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.940.0
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.880.3
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year201120112011
ModelX5X5RX
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport Activity350
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$51,600$54,100$37,975
AWD  $1,400
Active Ventilated Seat Package$2,100$1,700 
Adaptive cruise control  $1,500
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$2,400$2,400 
Auto-dimming headlights$250$250 
Comfort Package  $1,950
Compact spare tire$150$150 
Convenience Package$2,750$2,750 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens  $2,540
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1,700$1,700 
Head-up display (HUD)$1,300$1,300$1,200
Heated front seats$500$500 
Keyless access and ignition$1,000$1,000 
Luxury Package  $4,900
Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers  $1,610
Navigation Package  $2,465
Obstacle detection, rear  $500
Passenger side monitor$300$300 
Satellite radio - one year subscription$350$350 
Technology Package$2,800$2,800 
Unbranded 12 speakers  $610
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$1,200$1,200 
Total options$16,800$16,400$18,675
Destination$875$875$875
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0$0
Net Price$69,275$71,375$57,525
Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim.$0$2,100$0
Lowest Net Price RX 350 4dr SUV
Difference$11,750
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Invoice Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year201120112011
ModelX5X5RX
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport Activity350
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$47,650$49,950$34,366
AWD  $1,267
Active Ventilated Seat Package$1,910$1,545 
Adaptive cruise control  $1,200
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$2,185$2,185 
Auto-dimming headlights$230$230 
Comfort Package  $1,560
Compact spare tire$135$135 
Convenience Package$2,505$2,505 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens  $2,032
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1,545$1,545 
Head-up display (HUD)$1,090$1,185$960
Heated front seats$455$455 
Keyless access and ignition$910$910 
Luxury Package  $4,028
Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers  $1,243
Navigation Package  $2,085
Obstacle detection, rear  $400
Passenger side monitor$275$275 
Satellite radio - one year subscription$320$320 
Technology Package$2,550$2,550 
Unbranded 12 speakers  $488
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$1,090$1,090 
Total options$15,200$14,930$15,263
Destination$875$875$875
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0$0
Net Invoice$63,725$65,755$50,504
Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim.$0$2,030$0
Lowest Net Invoice RX 350 4dr SUV
Difference$13,221
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Feature Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year201120112011
ModelX5X5RX
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport Activity350
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp I6300hp I6275hp V6
TransmissionT8 ($1300)T8 ($1300)T6 ($1100)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)15 / 2115 / 2118 / 24
Tires (rear if not equal)255/50-19315/35-20235/55-19
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16600, 16330, 15
Accessories   
AC power outlet ($100)
Adaptive cruise control ($850)
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed ($1450)
Brake energy regeneration system ($0)
Sunshades, second row ($125)
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety   
911 assist ($0)
Hill descent control ($250)
Knee bag, driver ($100)
Knee bag, passenger ($100)
Laminated side glass ($300)
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system ($500)
Rear side airbags ($300)
Tires, run-flat ($150)
Cargo Management   
Cargo area partition net ($40)
Cargo area rails / tracks w/tie downs ($50)
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150)
Overhead sunglass holder ($25)
Climate Control and Infotainment   
Bluetooth audio streaming ($100)
CD changer, in-dash ($325)
CD player ($125)
DVD-compatible player ($0)
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens ($1200)
Entertainment system, console-mounted ($1000)
Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15)
High-definition radio ($250)
iPod integration ($150)
Rear air vents ($100)
Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250)
Rear dual-zone climate control ($125)
Residual heat ($100)
Satellite radio ($200)
Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300)
Telematics service, such as OnStar ($300)
USB port ($150)
Water-repellent front-door glass ($15)
Exterior   
Body kit (gray/black) ($250)
Bodyside moldings ($75)
Panoramic sunroof ($1200)
Rear bumper protector ($40)
Sunroof ($900)
Wheel-lip moldings ($75)
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors   
Cornering lights ($25)
Headlight washers ($50)
Powertrain   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls ($100)
Seats and Interior Trim   
Illuminated door sill trim plates ($200)
Leather-wrapped steering wheel ($150)
Massage, driver first row ($100)
Memory system, passenger first row ($150)
Power headrest, driver first row ($50)
Power headrest, passenger first row ($50)
Power lumbar, 4-way, driver first row ($150)
Power lumbar, 4-way, passenger first row ($150)
Power lumbar, driver first row ($100)
Power lumbar, passenger first row ($100)
Power seatback bolsters, driver first row ($100)
Power seatback bolsters, passenger first row ($100)
Power thigh support, passenger first row ($100)
Power upper seatback recline, driver first row ($100)
Power upper seatback recline, passenger first row ($100)
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel ($150)
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$2,150-$2,150-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Lexus RX

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year201120112011
ModelX5X5RX
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport Activity350
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$69,275$71,375$57,525
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$2,150-$2,150-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$67,125$69,225$57,525
Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim.$0$2,100$0
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$63,725$65,755$50,504
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$1,978-$1,981-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$61,747$63,774$50,504
Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim.$0$2,027$0
Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice RX 350 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$9,600
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$11,243
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

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