2020 Lexus ES 300h review
Lexus ES 300h highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Hybrid propulsion
- Spacious cabin
- Many standard features
Cons
- Limited cargo space
- Frustrating infotainment system
- Slow acceleration
Mileage (EPA estimate)
43 city, 44 highway, 44 combined
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Luxury hybrid driving
Cruising around the city or commuting to work in the 2020 Lexus ES 300h is a joy, thanks to available standard synthetic leather seats, a sunroof, and smartphone connectivity. A suite of driver-assist features comes standard, with even more advanced features as available options. In fact, the 2020 ES 300h is so comfortable that you might forget that its defining characteristic is actually under the hood. The standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine and electric motor produce a combined 215 hp, and allow you to go longer between fill-ups.
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What is new for the 2020 Lexus ES 300h?
- ES 300h trims have been upgraded with Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
2020 Lexus ES 300h trims
Base:
- 215-hp, 163-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Cruise Control
- Remote Start
- Sunroofs
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
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Luxury:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Memory Seats
- A/C Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
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Ultra Luxury:
- Includes all features available on the Luxury
- Rear Sunshade
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Lexus ES 300h
1. Hybrid propulsion
Your weekly routine might need adjusting once you’re driving the 2020 Lexus ES 300h, since you’ll be stopping much less often for gas. With the standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine and an electric motor, the 2019 Lexus gets an EPA-estimated 44 mph combined fuel economy.
2. Standard driver assist features
After a long day at work it’s nice to be able to relax on your commute home. That’s possible in the 2020 Lexus ES 300h thanks to standard adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and emergency braking. Parking sensors come standard too, but for more parking assistance choose a 2020 Lexus ES 300h with the available 360-degree parking camera.
3. Spacious cabin
Whether you need to fit your teenagers, your toddler’s car seats, or your very tall friend, the 2020 Lexus ES 300h offers plenty of passenger space. The driver and front passenger have 42.4 inches of legroom, while the rear seats have 39.2 inches of legroom. No one will feel cramped, even on longer drives.
4. Adjustable drive settings
The 2020 Lexus ES 300h comes standard with three driving modes that allow you to customize how the sedan responds. ECO mode is for day-to-day driving, while EV mode allows the sedan to run on just the electric motor for short distances. Sport mode allows you to get more power from the four-cylinder gas engine, for increased acceleration and handling.
5. Luxury touches
On quick trips to the grocery store or longer jaunts in the 2020 Lexus ES 300h you’ll be comfortable thanks to the upscale cabin, standard synthetic leather seats, and standard sunroof. Available options including heated and ventilated leather seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a hands-free trunk make the Lexus ES 300h feel even more luxurious.
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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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Luxury 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Sunshade
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
215
Torque (ft-lbs)
163
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
113"
Overall length
195.9"
Width
73.4"
Height
56.9"
Leg room
F 42.4"/R 39.2"
Head room
F 37.5"/R 37.4"
Front tires
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Lexus ES 300h FAQ
The 2020 Lexus ES 300h is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Luxury: 43 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway
- Ultra Luxury: 43 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway
- Base: 43 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway
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
Here is what's new for the 2020 Lexus ES 300h:
- Apple CarPlay
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