Sedan · Hybrid
Lexus ES 2013–2018 (6th gen)
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- Price
- $37,700–$48,000
- MPG
- 40
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Strong comfort
- Strength: Strong running costs
- Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
A serene, exceptionally reliable cruiser with hybrid-level efficiency, trading driving engagement and value retention for plush comfort and low running costs.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; none of its 5 recalls were serious. About 14% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +10 points for its wider reputation.
5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 4, side 5, rollover 4).
About $1,700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 81% of cars we track.
15.2 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 50% of other sedans we track.
Based on the Camry/Avalon platform, the ES offers generous front and rear legroom for five, above typical for the compact-luxury class. Cargo at 15.2 cu ft is solid.
The ES is tuned for smooth, quiet cruising rather than engagement. FWD only, soft suspension, light steering, and comfort focus mean it lags sporty rivals in driving fun.
Decent infotainment and available safety features for its era, though the mouse-based Remote Touch interface was widely criticized. Roughly segment-typical for a mid-2010s luxury sedan.
A hallmark of the ES: quiet cabin, plush ride, supportive seats. Long known as one of the most comfortable, serene sedans in its class.
Luxury brands like Lexus tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls5 recalls
5 recalls · 1 common complaint area across 2015–2018
- Unknown or other — 8 complaints (2016)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2018)
- Unknown or other — 5 complaints (2015)
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
2017
- RecallSteering: linkages: tie rod assembly17V415000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.
2016
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip16V198000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015,
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other8 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Effective in 2022 all cellular carriers are upgrading to 5G. With this transition a majority of vehicles will no longer be able to use their vehicles emergency crash response systems. In my 2016 Lexus ES350 the Emergency SOS system utilizes 3G cellular service which will be turned off in 2022 making
2015
- RecallForward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking15V728000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 19, 2012 to October 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 Lexus ES350 and ES300h vehicles manufactured June 18, 2012 to July 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equippe
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Water leaking into vehicle , I think the driver side door and window seals are defective
Cost to own$22,300 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$37,700–$48,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
40
Highway MPG
39
Combined MPG
40
Horsepower
268 hp
Doors
4
Length
192.9 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
3,549 lb
Cargo volume
15.2 cu ft
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