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2023 Lexus ES 300h review

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Pros

  • Hybrid 
  • Spacious interior
  • Many standard features

Cons

  • Limited cargo space
  • Lackluster acceleration
  • Uninspired handling

Mileage (EPA estimate)

43 city, 44 highway, 44 combined

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Luxury hybrid with sporty styling

The 2023 Lexus ES 300h is a luxury hybrid sedan that is both practical and luxurious. The sedan comes with tons of standard features, from adaptive cruise control and other driver-assist measures, to a sunroof, smartphone connectivity, and synthetic leather upholstery. The standard 215-hp propulsion system is made up of a 2.5L four-cylinder engine, paired with an electric motor. Available F Sport Design and F Sport Handling trims add style and performance to the 2023 ES 300h.

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What is new for the 2023 Lexus ES 300h?

  • Trim Added: Sport Edition for enhanced performance features
  • Trim Discontinued: Base model no longer available, affecting entry-level pricing
  • Standard Equipment on all models now includes advanced safety features such as lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control
  • New Equipment: All models now come with an upgraded infotainment system featuring a larger touchscreen and smartphone integration

2023 Lexus ES 300h trims

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Base:

  • 215-hp, 163-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Rear View Camera
  • Traction Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Power Mirrors
  • Rear Defroster
  • Remote Start
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Luxury:

5 reasons to buy the 2023 Lexus ES 300h

1. Standard driver assist 

Whether you’re stuck in city traffic, navigating the school pickup line, or cruising an open highway, the 2023 Lexus ES 300h has a driver assist feature to make your day a bit easier. The 2023 ES 300h comes standard with adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Road sign recognition, automatic high beams, and a host of other features are standard too.  

2. Hybrid propulsion 

Between work and family, you’re busy, so you’ll love saving time at the pump thanks to the 2023 Lexus ES 300h’s hybrid propulsion system. With the standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine coupled with an electric motor, the 2023 Lexus ES 300h gets an EPA-estimated 44 mpg combined fuel economy.

You can even drive limited distances using just electric power with the standard EV driving mode.  

3. Sports trims 

If you always have a cutting-edge style, you’ll appreciate the two sports trims available on the 2023 Lexus ES 300h. The F-Sport Design trim adds a rear spoiler and premium features like heated and ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. The F-Sport Handling adds a performance suspension, active noise cancellation, sports seats and steering wheel, and more.  

4. Audio systems 

The 2023 Lexus ES 300h makes it easy to stay connected to your favorite playlist. Each 2023 ES 300h comes equipped with Apple Carplay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® connectivity. Music will sound great on the standard ten-speaker audio system, and even better on the available 17-speaker Mark Levinson® sound system. 

5. Luxury details 

If you’re known for upgrading, skip right to the Ultra Luxury trim on the 2023 Lexus ES 300h. That adds high-tech features like a heads-up display and 360-degree view for parking assistance. You’ll have genuine leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, and much more.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

5 out of 5

2 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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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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Lexus ES 300h features and specs

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Ultra Luxury 4D Sedan 2WD

Standard Features

  • Power Locks
  • Power Windows
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • ABS Brakes
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
  • Head Up Display
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Smart Key
  • Remote Start
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear View Camera
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Automatic Transmission
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Navigation System
  • CD Audio
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto

Optional Features

  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Navigation System

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 39.3"

Head room

F 37.5"/R 37.4"

Front tires

P235/45VR18

Rear tires

P235/45VR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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