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2015 Lexus ES 300h

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$40,580

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

Sedan

Body style

40
Combined MPGe Combined MPGe

Miles per gallon-equivalent is how the EPA provides efficiency ratings for battery-electric vehicles in a way that can be used in comparison with gasoline-powered vehicles. Actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

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5

Seating capacity

192.7” x 57.1”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(22 reviews)

The good:

  • Exterior styling
  • Interior design
  • Bright instruments
  • No touch-sensitive panels
  • Works with internet radio, apps

The bad:

  • Remote Touch interface
  • Leather upholstery not standard

1 trim

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Notable features

  • Backup camera now standard
  • New Crafted Line special edition
  • ES 300h hybrid version available
  • Front-wheel drive

2015 Lexus ES 300h review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Lexus ES 350 luxury sedan comes with a 3.5-liter V-6 engine. It’s also offered as a hybrid in the form of the ES 300h. The ES competes with the Hyundai Azera and Lincoln MKZ.
New for 2015
A backup camera is now standard, and a new multimedia system and the subscription-based Lexus Enform Remote smartphone app are now available. The Lexus Enform App Suite now uses iHeartRadio 4.0 and adds the Slacker app.

Building upon the ES 350 is a Crafted Line special edition. Limited to 1,500 units, the car is finished in white with black exterior trim. Inside, the cabin gets two-tone upholstery. Lexus also includes a two-piece Tumi duffel bag set.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • Lexus’ signature spindle grille
  • Subtle trunk lid spoiler for hybrid
  • 17-inch alloy wheels; 18-inch wheels available
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED taillights
  • Dual exhaust tips (ES 350)
  • Fog lights
  • Power moonroof
  • Available power trunk lid

Interior Highlights

  • Imitation leather upholstery; real leather available
  • Power front seats
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • CD stereo with MP3 jack and USB port; premium audio available
  • Available wood trim steering wheel
  • Available heated steering wheel
  • Available power rear sunshade
  • Available navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 268-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine (ES 350)
  • 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with electric motors and a high-voltage battery pack that makes 200 hp total (ES 300h)
  • Six-speed automatic transmission (ES 350)
  • Continuously variable automatic transmission (ES 300h)
  • Front-wheel drive

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • 10 airbags
  • Safety Connect emergency communication system with one-year trial subscription
  • Backup camera
  • Available blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Available lane departure warning
  • Available precollision system

 

Consumer reviews

(22 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.9
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Most recent consumer reviews

Luxury Edition and gas mileage exceeds expectation

The car is spacious, easy to operate, comfortable, gas saving, and stylish! The car is clean and drives like a dream. We very much encourage anyone considering Hybrid to check this model out.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Gas mileage not as advertised

I only get around 30 mpg even in eco mode... I looked at the miles driven and the gas filled to calculate the mileage... it only gives around 30. I did these calculations for over 3 months. If you look at the lexus provided bars in the screen, it shows higher than 30 mpg... DO NOT TRUST THOSE MPG BARS... THEY SEEM TO BE RIGGED. Check your mileage readings and gas filled to estimate the true mileage you are getting. I went to the POHANKA LEXUS dealer in VA and they did a test run on a highway for 30 min making sure to get close to 40 mpg on the mileage bars and told me that there is nothing wrong... That test itself is LAUGHABLE AND RIGGED to say the least... This will be my last lexus.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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The most reliable car I ever own it.

This car met all of my needs. It has plenty of legroom in the front and in back. The ride is like a boat. It has 40 mpg on regular gas. When you need with both gas and electric engines together accelerates like a big V-6 engine.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2015 Lexus ES 300h base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
4
Combined side rating rear seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5
Overall rating
5
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
11.1%
Rollover rating
4
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
4
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Lexus
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
48 months/50,000 miles
Corrosion
72 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain
72 months/70,000 miles
Hybrid electric
96 months/100,000 miles
Maintenance
12 months/10,000 miles
Roadside assistance
48 months/unlimited distance
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
2 years/unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
Basic warranty terms
2 years/unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year/50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
Dealer certification required
161-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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