DecodedCarsBMW i7 vs Lexus LS
2026 BMW i7 vs 2026 Lexus LS — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $3,050 a year less in fuel for the BMW i7 (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
The BMW i7 is the bigger car, about 6 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Lexus LS has had fewer recall campaigns (13 vs 15).
The two cars
The 2026 BMW i7 is a large car powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 212 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 127-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,343 lb (M70 Xdrive 4dr Sedan).
The 2026 Lexus LS is a midsize car offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 206 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,938 lb (500 4dr Sedan).
Buying used? The 2024 i7 and the 2017 LS have the fewest problems in our data; avoid the 2018 LS.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the BMW i7 if…
- You want an EV with more range (314 miles)
- You want more room (6 in longer)
- You want a hybrid or electric option
Choose the Lexus LS if…
- You want something easier to park (6 in shorter)
Pros & cons of each
2026 BMW i7
- Long EV rangeUp to 314 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
2026 Lexus LS
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 33% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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