BMW 5 Series vs Lexus Gs
Side-by-side reliability, price, and known-issue comparison for used-car buyers. Composite scores come from TÜV (Germany), ADAC (pan-European), NHTSA (US-sold variants), and DVSA MOT (UK inspections).
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BMW 5 Series
2015–2016
Reliability composite
68
/ 100
Average
ADAC + MOT + NHTSA + TUV
Estimated used price
€15,200–€22,600Documented issues
1
• EPS steering rack motor failure — €1,500
⭐ Better composite reliability
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Lexus Gs
No catalogue listings
Reliability composite
97
/ 100
Excellent
MOT
Documented issues
0
Bottom Line
The Lexus Gs wins on composite reliability across TÜV, ADAC, NHTSA, and DVSA MOT data — typically a sign of lower ownership risk and fewer recurring failure modes at age. The other car isn't necessarily wrong; check its issue list and price-to-condition ratio before deciding.