Compare: 2009 Lexus IS 250 vs 2008 BMW 3-Series

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2009 Lexus IS 250

2008 BMW 3-Series

  2007 Lexus IS 250 4-door Sport Sedan Auto RWD Open Doors 2008 BMW 3-Series 2-door Convertible 328i Side Exterior View
MSRP
$33,120
$48,825
Invoice $29,807 $44,920
MPG
City/Highway
18/29 14/30
Rating 8.4 8.6
Bottom Line The 2009 Lexus IS gives BMW, Benz, and Infiniti a real challenge, though it's still a little softer than those sedans. The 2008 BMW 3-Series sedan has the best overall driving experience in its class and remains the gold standard among mid-size sport sedans.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Crisp handling
  • Supple ride
  • Attractive exterior
  • Lexus ownership experience

Dislikes:

  • Crash-test results
  • Rear seat space

Likes:

  • Responsive, smooth, and refined
  • Firm but absorbent ride
  • Nice, supportive front seats

Dislikes:

  • Controls not as straightforward as they could be
  • Wide center console and narrow footwells
  • Backseat space is still too tight for most
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2009 Lexus IS 250 $25,010 $30,162 $27,574
2008 BMW 3-Series $24,398 $33,916 $29,007
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