The Lexus hands down has the best exterior in the segment. If they upgraded the infotainment screen to the 12 Inch or 14 inch system in the RX or ES, it would look much more modern.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yup the r sad thing is waiting. Hopefully the year goes fast. So I can get something great. Probably going to end up with the lexus or ct4 v or the Gullia since bmw prices are insane
Excellent review on these two! I enjoyed it. I've been researching and cross shopping these 2 sedans and it's a dead heat. I'm a current BMW F30 owner and thought about upgrading to the G20 but the IS 350 F sport is a compelling choice. As you said, in the long run, the reliability and lower maintenance will win out. The Beamer does have some better features esp if you swing for the M-sport package. A 2 or 3 yr old BMW would also be better priced, comparable Lexus IS will be around $40K. Whereas BMW will be low 30K. Tough choice. If i had to choose today, I'd go with the Lexus due to Japanese quality and reliability.
It all depends on what you like! people that are big into tech will love the BMW and people that love their flip phone and picture tube tv will love the Lexus interior, my preference is the BMW just because I don’t like things that looks dated
The Lexus is based on a build platform from 2013. It was taken off the Australian market because it no longer passed the side impact crash testing. And no electricaly adjustable side mirrors..seriously, a KIA has that. Has to be the Bimmer.
Great video man, recently purchased a 2021 IS 350 but a 2020-21 m340i x-drive was a close choice. It was difficult to choose as the M340i wins in power/speed but I owned a Audi S4 and wanted to take a break from german cars since I had lots of issues with the Audi. Maybe when I get tired of the 350 after a few years I'll trade it for the m340i
What issues did you have? I'm on my second R8 with zero issues. My brother has an RS3, and before that, S3 and A3, zero issues between them all. Curious what problems you had.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed so the Audi was modded/tuned with no cats but here's the issues I had. Airbag Light and Parking break malfunction light went on at the same time even tho parking break still worked fine. Coolant leak which is common in Audi and had to get that fixed. Mechatronic Malfunction failure which costed me $5k to replace the mech and fix (barely could drive). The charger port would randomly loose power. It burned oil alot and the oil light came on every few months which I had to keep oil in my trunk to keep topping off. Oil leak under the car from 2 different spots that's I didn't get fixed as it would cost too much. Also TPMS malfunction light went on. Thats all the problems I remember with my 2011 B8 Audi S4 and I got tired of the electrical and other issues so I sold it for a great loss.
@@Reekostory To be honest that car probably had issues because it was beat on before you bought it. Buy a nice low mileage used one and maintain it well and these will last a long time. It’s the people who don’t take care of them and lack on maintenance that ruins them. So your car probably didn’t have the best history before you bought it
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yeah it was abused by 2 owners before me, I now have a decent paying job and could get a low mileage 1 owner german car with good history but wanted to try Japanese for a bit since Lexus is reliable. I'm sure I will get boerd of the 350 after some years and will jump to BMW since there doing pretty good recently with their reliability
@@Reekostory Yeah take a break from it and go for a Lexus. A good used one or a new one will be a nice car! But when you do go back to a German car, definitely go with a very well kept one and you’ll love it!
I currently have the '24 330i (certified-pre-owned), and I really like it. This is coming from someone that would typically drive a coupe. I think the IS-350 (external appearance), slightly edges out the 330i, but that's it in my opinion. The tech in 330i wins out for me. If for some reason it lets me down, perhaps I'll consider an IS-350.
wish Lexus would really offer a better quality white like a pearl white. the plain A4 paper white on the IS350 just looks cheap. its like the same white as on a base model Corolla
@@BrosFOURRSpeedbmw is my favorite brand, I drive an F30 so maybe im biased but I dont want to get used to some wierd adhd childish screens. BMW gauges are supposed to have an iconic analog orange glow. G series is not acceptible for me. Lexus on the other hand had a gorgeous interior with all physical buttons.
@@davidrubin2612 The Lexus is old-school luxury done right honestly. I miss buttons and knobs on a lot of cars these days, and this IS for being as old as it is, that's perfect for me. YOu still get the luxury and ergonic nature of the interior, and yes, that LFA style gauge cluster, for as old as that is too, that thing is still one of the coolest instrument clusters ever.
The IS350 will be much cheaper to own overall. It’ll be worth more in the used car market and much cheaper to maintain after BMW’s “free maintenance” runs out.
Idk I have 2022 bmw 330i Msport package…. Idk I love my bmw always loved bmw how they look BUT for the Lexus there’s something intriguing about the way it looks, but I don’t like the contestant bulbs for turn signals on the Lexus.. the interior for bmw is better.. but Lexus seems dated and old so I would pick bmw ❤❤🔥🔥🔥 but Lexus not to far behind
Sure the BMW may be quicker than the Lexus and have more technology, but ain't no way it'll last as long as the Lexus, and also, the Lexus IS is still stunning to this day. Ever since that 2021 refresh to the exterior, the IS is still one stunning and beautiful sports sedan that has aged so gracefully. I wouldn't mind if Lexus still kept this IS just like this for like 10 more years. Plus its' old school luxury that is simpler and more reliable. I mean the 3.5L 2GR-FSE V6 with the 6- and 8-speed automatics is as good as it is for a reason, and that's because of how proven the powertrain/transmission combo is. No turbochargers or anything, just pure naturally aspirated goodness. The interior is also so much more simpler and easier to use, and that's what I like: lots of buttons and knobs, and for those who have CDs, that CD player is still there! (I know a lot of Lexus customers really like that~) Overall, my vote is to the Lexus IS, without a doubt.
No contest. The BMW smokes the Lexus. What is most telling is that you need a V6 from Lexus to even compete. Now strike up the “it’s reliable” lamer comments.
@@BrosFOURRSpeedYeah really. You guys don’t actually test anything so I guess you wouldn’t know. The 330i is quicker in actual testing. More power doesn’t always equal better performance.
@@MercOne they are both rated at nearly the same 0-60 time. Just depends if you like the low end torque from the turbo 4 or the higher top end from a N/A V6. Keep in mind neither of these are fast cars. Buy an M3 if you want a fast 3 series
Genesis G70 3.3T takes both easily, as well as the C300, A4, and TLX.... I just don't know what BMW is doing anymore and the IS350 is so fuckin old, the MINOR updates have not done much to enhance it but it is still more visually appealing than the new 330i atleast on the exterior its aged well, Lexus really needs to do a complete overhaul it's overdue.
G70 is super cool. But tanks in resale the most compared to these and from what I've see will have the least reliable powertrain. So that'd be an iffy one to go with long term. Hopefully Lexus does something really big for the 2025 year
I have a 22 Is 350 F Sport and love it!
Sweet!
damn the Lexus looks so much batter.
What do you like better with the Lexus?
@@BrosFOURRSpeedfront end of the Lexus just looks better
The Lexus hands down has the best exterior in the segment. If they upgraded the infotainment screen to the 12 Inch or 14 inch system in the RX or ES, it would look much more modern.
The interior definitely needs an update for sure!
Thanks great video because next October I’m choosing between these 2 or the ct4 v. But has to be fully fully loaded
Oh cool! All are great options for sure!
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yup the r sad thing is waiting. Hopefully the year goes fast. So I can get something great. Probably going to end up with the lexus or ct4 v or the Gullia since bmw prices are insane
Yeah I'm sure you'll narrow it down to a good choice!
Excellent review on these two! I enjoyed it. I've been researching and cross shopping these 2 sedans and it's a dead heat. I'm a current BMW F30 owner and thought about upgrading to the G20 but the IS 350 F sport is a compelling choice. As you said, in the long run, the reliability and lower maintenance will win out. The Beamer does have some better features esp if you swing for the M-sport package. A 2 or 3 yr old BMW would also be better priced, comparable Lexus IS will be around $40K. Whereas BMW will be low 30K. Tough choice. If i had to choose today, I'd go with the Lexus due to Japanese quality and reliability.
It is tough! I'd go with the BMW though, more power and modding potential for what I'd want!
Good point. I do like the agility and low end torque of the BMW - makes zipping around the city really fun and with confidence. @@BrosFOURRSpeed
It all depends on what you like! people that are big into tech will love the BMW and people that love their flip phone and picture tube tv will love the Lexus interior, my preference is the BMW just because I don’t like things that looks dated
Yeah I can see that a bit lol. Lexus is nice and simple tho. People seem to like it
The Lexus is based on a build platform from 2013. It was taken off the Australian market because it no longer passed the side impact crash testing. And no electricaly adjustable side mirrors..seriously, a KIA has that. Has to be the Bimmer.
Maybe we'll see an updated Lexus model very soon!
Lexus IS350 my pick
Why!?
@@BrosFOURRSpeed reliabilty
Is the IS rwd? How does the awd IS compare to the 330i? Savagegeese really didn't like the awd but was a fan of the rwd IS.
Normal driving we really don't notice a difference from RWD to AWD in these cars. Really just will be better if you deal with inclement weather more
The awd is worse than the rwd Lexus, go with the rwd if you can
Great video man, recently purchased a 2021 IS 350 but a 2020-21 m340i x-drive was a close choice. It was difficult to choose as the M340i wins in power/speed but I owned a Audi S4 and wanted to take a break from german cars since I had lots of issues with the Audi. Maybe when I get tired of the 350 after a few years I'll trade it for the m340i
What issues did you have? I'm on my second R8 with zero issues. My brother has an RS3, and before that, S3 and A3, zero issues between them all. Curious what problems you had.
@@BrosFOURRSpeed so the Audi was modded/tuned with no cats but here's the issues I had. Airbag Light and Parking break malfunction light went on at the same time even tho parking break still worked fine. Coolant leak which is common in Audi and had to get that fixed. Mechatronic Malfunction failure which costed me $5k to replace the mech and fix (barely could drive). The charger port would randomly loose power. It burned oil alot and the oil light came on every few months which I had to keep oil in my trunk to keep topping off. Oil leak under the car from 2 different spots that's I didn't get fixed as it would cost too much. Also TPMS malfunction light went on. Thats all the problems I remember with my 2011 B8 Audi S4 and I got tired of the electrical and other issues so I sold it for a great loss.
@@Reekostory To be honest that car probably had issues because it was beat on before you bought it. Buy a nice low mileage used one and maintain it well and these will last a long time. It’s the people who don’t take care of them and lack on maintenance that ruins them. So your car probably didn’t have the best history before you bought it
@@BrosFOURRSpeed yeah it was abused by 2 owners before me, I now have a decent paying job and could get a low mileage 1 owner german car with good history but wanted to try Japanese for a bit since Lexus is reliable. I'm sure I will get boerd of the 350 after some years and will jump to BMW since there doing pretty good recently with their reliability
@@Reekostory Yeah take a break from it and go for a Lexus. A good used one or a new one will be a nice car! But when you do go back to a German car, definitely go with a very well kept one and you’ll love it!
I currently have the '24 330i (certified-pre-owned), and I really like it. This is coming from someone that would typically drive a coupe. I think the IS-350 (external appearance), slightly edges out the 330i, but that's it in my opinion. The tech in 330i wins out for me. If for some reason it lets me down, perhaps I'll consider an IS-350.
wish Lexus would really offer a better quality white like a pearl white. the plain A4 paper white on the IS350 just looks cheap. its like the same white as on a base model Corolla
It's not bad in person, but Lexus has a pearl white, just not sure if it's an option on this.
lexus interior is 10000x nicer
Why do you think that?
@@BrosFOURRSpeedthe bmw screens are horrific. Physical buttons. cool tac
@@davidrubin2612 yeah I’m not the biggest fan of the giant screen. You get used to it tho
@@BrosFOURRSpeedbmw is my favorite brand, I drive an F30 so maybe im biased but I dont want to get used to some wierd adhd childish screens. BMW gauges are supposed to have an iconic analog orange glow. G series is not acceptible for me. Lexus on the other hand had a gorgeous interior with all physical buttons.
@@davidrubin2612 The Lexus is old-school luxury done right honestly. I miss buttons and knobs on a lot of cars these days, and this IS for being as old as it is, that's perfect for me. YOu still get the luxury and ergonic nature of the interior, and yes, that LFA style gauge cluster, for as old as that is too, that thing is still one of the coolest instrument clusters ever.
I have both cars...I prefer my 23 lexus IS fsport than my BMW e46 330i. :)
Oh cool! What makes you prefer the Lexus?
The IS350 will be much cheaper to own overall. It’ll be worth more in the used car market and much cheaper to maintain after BMW’s “free maintenance” runs out.
Yeah I can see that. Very easy car to own long term
Idk I have 2022 bmw 330i Msport package…. Idk I love my bmw always loved bmw how they look BUT for the Lexus there’s something intriguing about the way it looks, but I don’t like the contestant bulbs for turn signals on the Lexus.. the interior for bmw is better.. but Lexus seems dated and old so I would pick bmw ❤❤🔥🔥🔥 but Lexus not to far behind
Both great options, just depends on what you like more!
Sure the BMW may be quicker than the Lexus and have more technology, but ain't no way it'll last as long as the Lexus, and also, the Lexus IS is still stunning to this day. Ever since that 2021 refresh to the exterior, the IS is still one stunning and beautiful sports sedan that has aged so gracefully. I wouldn't mind if Lexus still kept this IS just like this for like 10 more years. Plus its' old school luxury that is simpler and more reliable. I mean the 3.5L 2GR-FSE V6 with the 6- and 8-speed automatics is as good as it is for a reason, and that's because of how proven the powertrain/transmission combo is. No turbochargers or anything, just pure naturally aspirated goodness. The interior is also so much more simpler and easier to use, and that's what I like: lots of buttons and knobs, and for those who have CDs, that CD player is still there! (I know a lot of Lexus customers really like that~) Overall, my vote is to the Lexus IS, without a doubt.
Glad that's what you'll enjoy!
Misleading thumbnail this is not a M sport 330 this is non M sport with upgraded wheels
I said all that in the video, I went over and explained all that.
IS
Good option!
Is
why?
@@BrosFOURRSpeed for a lot of reasons
@@dariokhalle113 can you be specific?
BMW is trash
lol won't be everyones choice
You are nuts. It is a top car, the best in its class!
No contest. The BMW smokes the Lexus. What is most telling is that you need a V6 from Lexus to even compete. Now strike up the “it’s reliable” lamer comments.
It’s a bit quicker, I wouldn’t say it smokes it.
@@BrosFOURRSpeedYeah really. You guys don’t actually test anything so I guess you wouldn’t know. The 330i is quicker in actual testing. More power doesn’t always equal better performance.
@@MercOne they are both rated at nearly the same 0-60 time. Just depends if you like the low end torque from the turbo 4 or the higher top end from a N/A V6. Keep in mind neither of these are fast cars. Buy an M3 if you want a fast 3 series
@@BrosFOURRSpeedSure. Doesn’t change anything I just stated. The BMW is faster in actual testing. What they’re “rated” is irrelevant.
@@MercOne why are you so anal about that, cool story bro just watch the video and move on. No one is disagreeing with you.
Genesis G70 3.3T takes both easily, as well as the C300, A4, and TLX.... I just don't know what BMW is doing anymore and the IS350 is so fuckin old, the MINOR updates have not done much to enhance it but it is still more visually appealing than the new 330i atleast on the exterior its aged well, Lexus really needs to do a complete overhaul it's overdue.
G70 is super cool. But tanks in resale the most compared to these and from what I've see will have the least reliable powertrain. So that'd be an iffy one to go with long term. Hopefully Lexus does something really big for the 2025 year