Lexus LX vs BMW X7

The Lexus LX starts from $172,900 before on-road costs, while the BMW X7 opens at $174,900. That makes the Lexus LX the more affordable entry point by $2,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $190,190 and $192,390 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the BMW X7 by roughly $4,985 in fuel alone.

Both the Lexus LX and BMW X7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Lexus LX packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the BMW X7.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Lexus LX and 7 in the BMW X7.

The Lexus LX features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the BMW X7 gets a 14.9-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus LX stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Mark Levinson audio that you will not find on the BMW X7. The BMW X7 counters with Apple CarPlay and Harman Kardon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus LX uses a Petrol producing 305kW and 650Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The BMW X7 responds with a Diesel making 259kW and 720Nm, paired to a auto driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5 seconds.

The Lexus LX has the clear power advantage at 305kW vs 259kW. In the real-world sprint, the BMW X7 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus LX measures 5,095mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 86mm shorter than the BMW X7 at 5,181mm (3,105mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the BMW X7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 487L in the Lexus LX and 750L in the BMW X7, giving the BMW X7 a 263L advantage.

For towing, the BMW X7 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,819/year for the Lexus LX and $2,822/year for the BMW X7. That is a $997 annual difference in favour of the BMW X7.

Estimated annual total: $3,819 (Lexus LX) vs $2,822 (BMW X7). The BMW X7 saves you roughly $997 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus LX) vs 5 years / 999,999km (BMW X7). The BMW X7 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 4yr (Lexus LX)—.