Verdict
The Lexus ES clearly out-scores the BMW M5 overall, 80 to 75. They split the individual categories evenly where both have enough coverage to call. The biggest gap is in Reliability, where the Lexus ES leads by 43 points.
Reviewers
BMW M5
Auto Buyers Guide, Redline Reviews, SavageGeese, TheStraightPipes, Throttle House
Lexus ES
Auto Buyers Guide, Doug DeMuro, Edmunds, Redline Reviews