2027 Lexus ES vs 2027 Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 edges it, 100 to 97, on fuel & range.
2027 Lexus ES
The 2027 Lexus ES is sold in the U.S. as an electric and hybrid midsize sedan with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the ES 350e (19 inch W…
2027 Tesla Model 3
The 2027 Tesla Model 3 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model 3 Premium RWD, is …
2027 Tesla Model 3
Slight edgeThe Tesla Model 3 edges it, 100 to 97, on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2027 Lexus ESoverall 97 | 2027 Tesla Model 3overall 100 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 92.9 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
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 & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 97 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Model 3
Lexus ES: base trim ES 350e Premium FWD · Tesla Model 3: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Tesla Model 3 wins
- It costs $50 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $600).
- It is rated 137 combined against 127 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It goes 14 miles further on a charge (321 against 307 miles of EPA range).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
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
31 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front) | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 221 hp | — |
| Torque | 198 lb-ft | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | Electric single-speed | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | 61.4 in | — |
| Overall length | 202 in | — |
| Overall width | 75.6 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 116 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.3 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.3 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.9 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | 40.7 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,652 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,608 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,810 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | EPS | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 340 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 338 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Lexus Interface | — |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.9 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
63 features · differences first, then sharedSafety7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic View Monitor | opt | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Driver Monitor | opt | — |
| Front Cross Traffic Assist | opt | — |
| Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | opt | — |
| Lexus Safety System+ 4.0 | std | — |
| Rear Pedestrian Detection | opt | — |
Infotainment18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect* | std | — |
| 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| 2 front 60W USB-C ports | std | — |
| 2 rear 60W USB-C ports | std | — |
| Bluetooth® and USB smartphone connectivity | std | — |
| Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant and Destination Assist w/ minimum 3-year-trial | std | — |
| Integrated Streaming w/ Spotify® (requires active Wi-Fi Connect trial or subscription) | std | — |
| Lexus 10-speaker Premium Audio System | std | — |
| Lexus app | std | — |
| Lexus Interface w/ 14.0-inch touchscreen display | std | — |
| Remote Connect* (minimum 3-year trial included) | std | — |
| Safety Connect* (5-year trial included) | std | — |
| Service Connect* (5-year trial included) | std | — |
| SiriusXM® with 360L (3-month trial included) | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect* (30-day/unlimited data trial included) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless phone charger | std | — |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| HomeLink® garage door opener | std | — |
| Power trunk w/ kick sensor | std | — |
| SmartAccess | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-zone climate control with interior air filters, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode | std | — |
Seating10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ memory and 2-way lumbar adjustment | std | — |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | std | — |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | std | — |
| Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel | std | — |
| Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel | std | — |
| 8-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ memory and 2-way lumbar adjustment | std | — |
| 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat | std | — |
| Front seat radiant knee heater | opt | — |
| Perforated NuLuxe® interior trim | std | — |
| Seating for five | std | — |
Interior4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | std | — |
| Power-adjustable tilting and telescoping steering column | std | — |
| Active noise control | std | — |
| Thematic ambient lighting | std | — |
Exterior14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Moonroof | std | — |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| 19-inch alloy wheels | std | — |
| 21-inch alloy wheels | opt | — |
| Acoustic front and side window glass | std | — |
| Digital latch electronic door handles | std | — |
| Headlamp washer | opt | — |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| LED headlamps and daytime running lights | std | — |
| LED taillamps | std | — |
| Rain-sensing windshield wipers | std | — |
| Rear camera washer | std | — |
| Windshield wiper de-icer | opt | — |
Powertrain6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| ES 350e (FWD) | std | — |
| AC dual-voltage charging cable supporting Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V) input | std | — |
| Braking regen paddle shifters | std | — |
| CCS to NACS (J1772 to J3400) AC plug adapter | std | — |
| CCS1 to NACS (J1772 combo to J3400) DC plug adapter | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select (ECO, Normal, Sport, Custom) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPLexus ES
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Tesla Model 3
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | — 4 trims | — |
| Powertrains | BEV, HEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | ES 350e (19 inch Wheels) | Model 3 RWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 127 | 137 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $600 | $550 |
| EV range | 307 mi | 321 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Lexus ES or the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 edges it, 100 to 97, on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Tesla Model 3 scores 100 and the 2027 Lexus ES 97. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Lexus ES or the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
2027 Lexus ES: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Tesla Model 3: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2027 Lexus ES and the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
Where the 2027 Tesla Model 3 wins: it costs $50 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $600), is rated 137 combined against 127 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and goes 14 miles further on a charge (321 against 307 miles of EPA range). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.