Sedan · Hybrid
Lexus ES 2019–2026 (7th gen)
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- Price
- $40,200–$52,000
- MPG
- 46
- Strength: Excellent cargo & utility
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Strength: Excellent comfort
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
A supremely comfortable, rock-solid reliable cruiser with rock-bottom running costs, so long as you don't want driving thrills or strong resale value.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 8 recalls was serious. About 17% 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.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $1,500 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 85% of cars we track.
16.7 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 86% of other sedans we track.
Roomy midsize sedan with generous rear legroom and 16.7 cu ft trunk. Spacious for the class, though sloping roof slightly limits rear headroom.
The ES prioritizes smooth, comfortable cruising over engagement. Available 302hp is strong, but soft suspension, FWD-based layout and comfort tuning make it competent yet uninvolving for enthusiasts.
Newer ES generations added a proper touchscreen, Lexus Safety System+ and solid infotainment, improving on the old trackpad. Good but not class-leading versus tech-forward German and EV rivals.
Comfort is the ES hallmark: quiet cabin, plush ride, supportive seats. A consistent standout praised in reviews and a core reason buyers choose it.
Luxury brands like Lexus tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls14 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
14 recalls · 2 common complaint areas across 2019–2025
- Airbags — 25 complaints (2021)
- Recall — Back over prevention: display function (2025)
- Airbags — 11 complaints (2020)
2026
No recorded issues.
2025
- RecallBack over prevention: display function25V744000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di
2024
- RecallBack over prevention: display function24V124000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic cont
- RecallBack over prevention: display function25V744000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di
2023
- RecallBack over prevention: display function24V124000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic cont
- RecallBack over prevention: display function25V744000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or di
2022
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification23V865000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir
2021
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification23V865000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir
- Complaint clusterAirbags25 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES-300H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time
2020
- RecallEngine and engine cooling20V064000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid and Lexus ES300h and 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.5L 4-Cylinder engines. Porosity in the engine castings may result in cracks than can allow coolant to l
- 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
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification23V865000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir
- Complaint clusterAirbags11 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
There is an active recall for my vehicle involving the passenger airbag potentially not deploying. This is a huge safety risk and the remedy is still not available. The active recall was first initiated in December of 2023.
2019
- RecallAirbags: knee bolster19V288000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus ES vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a driver knee air bag assembly mounted to the lower instrument panel (IP) that may have been improperly installed, possibly affecting the deployment of the knee air bag in
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes19V544000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system a
- 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
- Complaint clusterFuel and propulsion7 complaintscomplaints:FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle hesitates when gas pedal pressed; creating hazard to cross intersections, merging into traffic. In order to have car respond, hard press on gas pedal required, which creates another dangerous situation of unexpected leap! While no recalls are shown, 2 reports [XXX] are shown on NHTSA reca
Cost to own$25,400 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$40,200–$52,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,500/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
48
Highway MPG
44
Combined MPG
46
Horsepower
302 hp
Doors
4
Length
196.1 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
113.0 in
Curb weight
3,737 lb
Cargo volume
16.7 cu ft
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