BMW 3 Series 320i
0/5 (0)
$76,800
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs
Lexus ES 300h F Sport
0/5 (0)
$78,180
Manufacturer's List Price (MLP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

3 Series 320i
Overview
ES 300h F Sport
2019 - Present
Year
2025
1998
Engine
2487
135
Power
—
Petrol
Fuel
Hybrid
Automatic
Transmission
CVT
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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3 Series 320i
Specification
ES 300h F Sport
1998
Engine Capacity
2487
B48B20
Engine Code
A25A-FXS
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Turbocharged
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
135
Power
160
300
Torque
—
235
Top Speed
—
RWD
Drive Type
FWD
7.7
Fuel Economy City
4.7
5.2
Fuel Economy Highway
4.8
6.3
Fuel Economy Combined
4.8
—
Emission Standard
Euro 6
225 / 45 R18 front;255 / 40 R18 rear
Tyre Size
235 / 40 R19
18
Wheel Size
19
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Solid disc
Double-joint spring strut
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Five-link
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm double wishbone
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power assist
8
Number of Airbags
10
1600
Towing Capacity
—
12
Turning Circle
11.6

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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3 Series 320i
Dimension
ES 300h F Sport
59
Fuel Tank Capacity
50
4713
Length
4975
1827
Width
1865
1440
Height
1445
2851
Wheelbase
2870
136
Ground Clearance
150
1545
Kerb Weight
1740
480
Boot Space
454

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

3 Series 320i
Feature
ES 300h F Sport
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

BMW 3 Series 320i

Pros

  • +Accessible 3 Series entry point
  • +Balanced rear-wheel-drive handling
  • +Efficient turbo petrol engine
  • +Practical 480-litre boot
  • +Premium cabin technology

Cons

  • −No longer central to current range
  • −Less powerful than 330i
  • −Costly optional equipment
  • −Firm ride on poor roads
  • −Rear seat space is moderate

Lexus ES 300h F Sport

Pros

  • +Sportier F Sport styling
  • +Adaptive suspension
  • +Efficient hybrid drive
  • +Strong safety features
  • +Comfortable sedan cabin

Cons

  • −Firmer ride feel
  • −No AWD option
  • −19 inch tyre cost
  • −Not a true performance car
  • −CVT engine noise

Which one should you buy?

Best for Value: BMW 3 Series 320i

Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.

Best for Practicality / Space: Lexus ES 300h F Sport

Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.

Our Recommendation

Choose BMW 3 Series 320i if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Choose Lexus ES 300h F Sport if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.

Bottom Line: BMW 3 Series 320i leads on value and Lexus ES 300h F Sport leads on practicality.

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