Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| i5 | ES | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW | Lexus |
| Starting price | $67,100 | $47,500 |
| Monthly payment | $780 | $552 |
| Fuel type | Electricity | Electricity |
| Fuel economy | 34.5 kWh/100 mi | 28.8 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | — | 192 g/mi–200 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
BMW i5 and Lexus ES suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
i5 starts at $67,100; ES starts at $47,500. The difference is $19,600, making ES about 29% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: i5 — $780; ES — $552. The difference is $228 per month, with ES lower.
Both models use Electricity. Fuel economy is i5 — 34.5 kWh/100 mi; ES — 28.8 kWh/100 mi. ES uses less energy in everyday driving.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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