2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid

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Rating7.9

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$41,820
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

One of the most luxurious cabins in its segment

Distracting-to-use touchpad-based infotainment interface

Adaptive cruise control

Lots of space for cargo and passengers

Rivals offer a plusher ride quality

Automatic emergency braking

Efficient powertrain with adequate power

Not quite engaging to drive

Lane departure warning with mitigation

Automatic high-beam control

Specs & Features

$41,820

price

200 hp @ 5700 rpm

horsepower

156 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Cars like the 2017 Lexus ES 300h Sedan might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its use must not be overlooked. The ES 300h uses its 2.5L inline-4 engine and 245-volt hybrid system to produce 200 horsepower and 156 lb-ft of torque. This gives the ES 300h a 0-60 of 7.8 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the 2017 ES 300h achieves a combined fuel economy of 40 MPG. As part of the midsize luxury sedan, the ES 300h competes with the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Sedan. Indirect rivals from other segments with similar pricing include the Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Sedan and the Toyota Avalon Hybrid Sedan. It offers a single trim, starting off at MSRP $41,820.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Lexus ES 300h Sedan is a capable, luxurious and efficient car in its segment. There is only one trim offered while there are some packages and options available. We would recommend adding the Luxury Package to the car which adds a power-adjustable steering wheel, driver memory functions, several wood trim choices, leather upholstery as well as heated and ventilated front seats. 

Trims

    Base
    $41,820 onwards
    • Abarth-focused exterior and interior cosmetics
    • Performance bakes with red-painted calipers
    • Sport suspension tuning

Compare to similar cars

Price

$41,820

Engine

hybrid

Rating

7.94

Horsepower

200 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque

156 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$32,000- $44,900

Gasoline

6.72

206 hp @ 6800 rpm

182 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$37,995- $72,000

Gasoline

7.11

276 hp @ 5250 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$33,450- $49,900

Gasoline

7.61

180 hp @ 5000 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$34,595- $49,495

Gasoline

7.55

272 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$22,355- $34,930

Gasoline

8.47

185 hp @ 6400 rpm

181 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

5

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$33,950- $50,700

Gasoline

7.87

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$34,900- $58,000

Gasoline

7.76

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

251 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$38,900

Gasoline

8.31

268 hp @ 6200 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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$63,635- $68,680

hybrid

7.8

338 hp @ 6000 rpm

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.6 sec15.8 sec133 mph
    5 sec13.6 sec-
    5.2 sec--
    5.4 sec13.9 sec142 mph
    6 sec14.3 sec155 mph
    6 sec14.7 sec143 mph

    2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      40 mpg39 mpg40 mpg17.2 gal.688/670.8 mi.
      41 mpg38 mpg40 mpg13.5 gal.574/532 mi.
      29 mpg34 mpg31 mpg17.4 gal.504.6/591.6 mi.
      28 mpg33 mpg30 mpg17.8 gal.498.4/587.4 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg17.2 gal.412.8/602 mi.

      2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        193.3 in.71.7 in.57.1 in.6 in.111 in.
        194.7 in.72.6 in.59.1 in.6 in.114.2 in.
        193.9 in.73.4 in.58.1 in.5 in.112.2 in.
        193.3 in.71.7 in.57.1 in.6.1 in.111 in.
        192.5 in.72.8 in.57.7 in.5.8 in.109.3 in.
        192.1 in.72.4 in.57.3 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.

        2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.1 cu.ft.100.1 cu.ft.12.1 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.103.2 cu.ft.256.5 cu.ft.
          14.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          10.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.
          11.1 cu.ft.96.4 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.
          -88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.

          2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            12.1 cu.ft.12.1 cu.ft.12.1 cu.ft.-
            49.5 cu.ft.21.7 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.144 ft.
            53.2 cu.ft.-53.2 cu.ft.-
            15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.-
            98.2 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.98 ft.
            11.3 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -905 lbs.3682 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3373 lbs.
              -1166 lbs.3666 lbs.
              -825 lbs.4112 lbs.
              --4134 lbs.
              -1324 lbs.3350 lbs.

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