Head-to-head
2025 Lexus ES vs 2025 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 90 to 81.2, on price, tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Lexus ES is ahead on performance and safety.
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2025 Lexus ES
The 2025 Lexus ES is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the ES 300h, is EPA-rated a…
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D2025 Toyota Camry
The 2025 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Toyota Camry
Clear winThe Toyota Camry wins clearly, 90 to 81.2, on price, tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Lexus ES is ahead on performance and safety.
Price 2025 Toyota Camry leads by 33.6
Tech & comfort 2025 Toyota Camry leads by 33.3
Performance 2025 Lexus ES leads by 39.1
| Category · weight | 2025 Lexus ESoverall 81.2 | 2025 Toyota Camryoverall 90 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 66.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 86.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 86.6 | 74.4 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 94.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 60.9 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 66.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 81.2 | 90 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Lexus ES: base trim Standard FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Toyota Camry wins
- It lists 19 standard driver-assist features against 2.
- It starts $14,515 lower ($28,700 against $43,215 base MSRP).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 20 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
Where the 2025 Lexus ES answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 175 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 64).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $43,215 | $28,700 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | 6 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 3,456 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 6-cylinders, V type | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder, alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | EFI, D-4S | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 32 mpg | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 2.561 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 56.9 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 196 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.9 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 99.9 cu-ft | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 37.5 in | 38.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.4 in | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Third-row legroom | 39.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,740 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut-type | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Trailing wishbone independent | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | EPS | Electric Power Steering (EPS): rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 282 mm | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Lexus | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in | 57.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.3 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
97 features · differences first, then sharedSafety21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High Beams | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold function | — | std |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — Traction Control | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | — | std |
Infotainment21 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Bluetooth and USB smartphone connectivity | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant and Destination Assist available by subscription | std | — |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Lexus 10-speaker Premium Sound System | std | — |
| Lexus app | std | — |
| Lexus Interface with 8-inch touchscreen display | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Remote Connect 3-year trial | std | — |
| Safety Connect with up to 10-year trial | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect with up to 10-year trial | std | — |
| SiriusXM 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription | std | — |
| Six USB ports | std | — |
| Steering wheel paddle shifters | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | std | std |
Convenience9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Smart Access on front doors and trunk, Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, Smart Access trunk function, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Premium Package: Wood trim, Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel, Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column, Heated and ventilated front seats, Wireless phone charger, Heated leather steering wheel, Power-folding-outside mirrors with auto title-down in reverse, Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Rain-sensing windshield wipers, Windshield wiper de-icer | opt | — |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| SmartAccess card key | opt | — |
| Technology Package: Lexus Interface w/ 12.3-inch touchscreen display, Drive Connect w/ Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant and Destination Assist 3-year trial, Head-Up Display and SmartAccess card key | opt | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Dual-zone climate control with interior air filters, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode | std | — |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| 10-way power-adjustable front seats | std | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Perforated NuLuxe® interior trim | std | — |
| Seating for five | std | — |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener | — | opt |
| 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Passenger-side illuminated glove compartment | — | std |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Wood trim with ambient lighting | opt | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | — | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior21 differ · 22 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | std | opt |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| 16-in. Silver-finished alloy wheels | — | std |
| 17-inch twin-V-spoke alloy wheels with Dark Metallic and machined finish | std | — |
| 18-inch split-10-spoke alloy wheels with two-tone Black and machined finish | opt | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED headlamps | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| LED combination taillights | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Single hidden exhaust | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | std | std |
Powertrain1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Mode Select | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPLexus ES
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 5 · 2 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Back Over Prevention (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (2)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 64 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 6 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 175 · 18 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (33), Structure (32), Electrical System (27)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 25V059000 · 40,922 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lexus ESStandard FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $43,215 (base trim) | $28,700 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $43,215 – $52,105 8 trims | $28,700 – $36,425 8 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | ES 300h | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 44 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,500 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Lexus ES or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 90 to 81.2, on price, tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Lexus ES is ahead on performance and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Toyota Camry scores 90 and the 2025 Lexus ES 81.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Lexus ES or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
The 2025 Toyota Camry starts lower — $28,700 against $43,215, a gap of $14,515 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Lexus ES or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
2025 Lexus ES: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2025 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Lexus ES and the 2025 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2025 Toyota Camry wins: it lists 19 standard driver-assist features against 2, starts $14,515 lower ($28,700 against $43,215 base MSRP), and lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 20 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). Where the 2025 Lexus ES answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 175 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 64). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.