2018 Lexus ES 300h review
Lexus ES 300h highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Hybrid propulsion
- Spacious cabin
- Many standard features
Cons
- Jumpy braking
- Loud battery recharging
- Frustrating smartphone connectivity
Mileage (EPA estimate)
40 city, 39 highway, 40 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Luxury hybrid with many features
The 2018 Lexus ES 300h is a luxury hybrid sedan that has a lot going for it. You probably started looking at the ES 300h because of its propulsion system: a 2.5L four-cylinder engine and electric motor that generate 200 hp. But the 2018 Lexus ES 300h will really capture your heart because of everything else it offers, including a spacious cabin. A host of driver assist features come standard, making long commutes a bit easier. Luxury touches like a panoramic sunroof and heated and ventilated front seats make the ES 300h stand out.
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2018 Lexus ES 300h trims
Base:
- 200-hp, 156-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Cruise Control
- Rear View Camera
- Automated Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seats
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Lexus ES 300h
1. Hybrid propulsion
The 2018 Lexus ES 300h makes it easy to spend less time at the pump. The sedan comes standard with a hybrid propulsion system: a 200-hp combination of a 2.5L four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. With that hybrid system, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h gets an ESP-estimated 40 mpg combined fuel economy.
2. Spacious interior
Even if you’re often the tallest person in the room, you’ll be comfortable in the Lexus ES 300h thanks to the available 42 inches of legroom in the front seats. The back is very spacious too, with 40 inches of legroom, enough for lanky teens or bulky car seats.
3. Standard driver assist
Whether you’re coming home late from work or ending a day of adventure with the family, it’s nice to know you have technology assisting you behind the wheel. The 2018 Lexus ES 300h comes standard with adaptive cruise control, which makes long drives easier. Lane-departure warning and emergency braking come standard too.
4. Sound system
If you always have music playing, you’ll appreciate the sound systems in the 2018 Lexus ES 300h. An eight-speaker audio system and Bluetooth® integration come standard. True music enthusiasts will want the premium 15-speaker Mark Levinson® surround-sound system, available as part of the Navigation package.
5. Comfortable ride
Whether you’re driving through the city or on long highway stretches, you’ll be comfortable in the 2018 Lexus ES 300h. The sedan provides a smooth, quiet ride. Available options including heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and power rear sunshade let you customize the cabin exactly how you like it.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Lexus ES 300h an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus ES 300h 2nd out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
200
Torque (ft-lbs)
156
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
193.3"
Width
71.7"
Height
57.1"
Leg room
F 41.9"/R 40"
Head room
F 37.5"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Lexus ES 300h FAQ
The 2018 Lexus ES 300h Base offers 40 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Lexus ES 300h received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Lexus ES 300h as 1 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
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