2021 Lexus ES 300h review
Lexus ES 300h highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Hybrid
- Spacious cabin
- Lots of standard features
Cons
- Limited cargo space
- Slow acceleration
- Confusing infotainment system
Mileage (EPA estimate)
43 city, 44 highway, 44 combined
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Hybrid propulsion, with many features
The 2021 Lexus ES 300h is a hybrid luxury sedan that offers you the best of both worlds: a great hybrid propulsion system paired with an upscale and modern interior. The 2021 ES 300h comes standard with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine and electric motor that produce a combined 215 hp. Synthetic leather seats, a sunroof, smartphone connectivity, and a host of driver-assist features come standard, with even more luxury available through the various trims and options packages.
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What is new for the 2021 Lexus ES 300h?
- ES 300h trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel, Parking Sensors, Blind Spot Monitor, Android Auto, Navigation System, and Mark Levinson Sound as standard equipment this year.
2021 Lexus ES 300h trims
Base:
- 215-hp, 163-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Sunroofs
- Rear Defroster
- Automated Cruise Control
- Power Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Side Airbags
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Luxury:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
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Ultra Luxury:
- Includes all features available on the Luxury
- Rear Sunshade
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Navigation System
- Mark Levinson Sound
5 reasons to buy the 2021 Lexus ES 300h
1. Hybrid propulsion
The 2021 Lexus ES 300h can help you go longer between fill-ups, thanks to the standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. With that propulsion system, the 2021 Lexus ES 300h gets an EPA-estimated 44 mph combined fuel economy.
2. Great audio systems
If you always have the right playlist on hand, you’ll appreciate the sound systems and smartphone connectivity on the 2021 Lexus ES 300h. Apple Carplay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® connectivity come standard, as does a ten-speaker audio system. For the best sound, choose a 2021 ES 300h with the available 17-speaker Mark Levinson® sound system.
3. Comfortable cabin
The 2021 Lexus ES 300h has a luxurious cabin that will make long commutes or drives to weekend getaways easy. The front has 42.4 inches of legroom, while the rear seats have 39.2 inches of legroom. Synthetic leather seats come standard, while heated and ventilated genuine leather seats are an available option.
4. Standard tech features
Ever wished you had a copilot behind the wheel? The 2021 Lexus ES 300h delivers on that wish, with a suite of standard driver assist features including adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist. More advanced driver assist systems, including blind spot monitoring and rear emergency braking, are available options.
5. Multiple drive settings
The 2021 Lexus ES 300h lets you experiment with full-electric driving thanks to EV mode, one of three standard driving modes. In EV mode, the 2021 ES 300h can travel short distances using just the electric motor. Another option, Sport mode, increases torque for better acceleration and performance, while ECO mode offers a balanced approach suitable for most drives.
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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
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leatherette Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Sunshade
- Remote Start
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
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Lexus ES 300h FAQ
The 2021 Lexus ES 300h is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 43 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway
- Luxury: 43 MPG City and 44 MPG Highway
- Ultra Luxury: 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 2021 Lexus ES 300h:
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Android Auto
- Navigation System
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