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2026 Lexus RX 350h AWD vs 2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e

12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Aug 27, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology

At these assumptions, the 2026 Lexus RX 350h AWD costs $2.11 less per month ($25/year, $125 over five years) than the 2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e. This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
2026 Lexus RX 350h AWDHybrid2026 BMW X5 xDrive50ePlug-in hybrid
Full cost and efficiency comparison between 2026 Lexus RX 350h AWD and 2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e
Measure2026 Lexus RX 350h AWD2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e
Configuration compared2.5L 4-cyl · CVT with 6 fixed ratios · AWD3.0L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic with select shift · AWD
Cost per month$142.47$144.58
Cost per year$1,710$1,735
Cost over 5 years$8,550$8,675
Cost per mile14.2¢/mi14.5¢/mi
Annual energy used337.2 gal4,572 kWh + 176.8 gal
EPA efficiency36 MPG combined38 MPGe blended · 22 MPG gas

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Each side shows the lowest-monthly-cost 2026 configuration of its family at the stated assumptions — other configurations differ. Change mileage, driving mix, or prices in the interactive tool; every assumption stays editable.

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