Overview
Cars like the 2021 Lexus ES 300h hybrid might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its usefulness must not be overlooked. The ES 500h uses its 2.5L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 29.1-kWh battery pack to produce 215 horsepower and 163 lb-ft of torque. This gives the ES 300h a 0-60 of 7.3 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 2021 ES 300h achieves a combined fuel economy of 44 MPG. As part of the midsize sedan segment, the ES 300h competes with the Audi A6, the BMW 5 Series 540i, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E450. It offers 3 trims, starting off at MSRP $42,985.Â
