ES 300h FWD
What the ES 300h adds over the ES 250 (+$1,200)
| Spec | ES 250 | ES 300h |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3780 lbs | 3682 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3780 lbs | 3682 lbs |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 215 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 4-cylinder, Inline type | In-line 4-cylinder aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal | 13.2 gal |
| Third-row headroom | 37.6 in | 37.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 39.2 in | 39.3 in |
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 44 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg | 44 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $42,490 | $43,690 |
| Overall height | 57.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.4 in | 54 in |
| Steering type | Electronic Power Steering | Rack mounted electric rack and pinion |
| Rear suspension type | Trailing wishbone type independent suspension | Trailing arm multilink independent suspension |
| Total interior volume | 99.9 cu-ft | 97.4 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | FR: 3.177 / RR: 2.277 | 3.4 |
| Transmission type | 8-speed Direct Shift | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Front engine, front-wheel drive
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.9 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 97.4 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Lexus Interface |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 195.9 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2487 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cylinder aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 215 hp |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 44 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 44 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.5 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 39.3 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $43,690 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack mounted electric rack and pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut-type independent suspension |
| Rear suspension type | Trailing arm multilink independent suspension |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission type | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3682 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3682 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4740 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety20 std · 2 opt
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking, Rear Pedestrian Detection and Panoramic View Monitor optional
- Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
- Driver and front passenger dual-stage front airbag SRS
- Enhanced Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
- Front and rear seat-mounted side airbag SRS
- Front and rear side curtain airbags SRS
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (Premium Package) optional
- 10 standard airbags
- 4 channel, 4 sensor Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Driver and front passenger knee Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags
- Intelligent High Beam
- Left Turn Intersection Support
- Lexus Safety System+ 2.5
- Road Sign Assist
- Traction Control (TRAC)
- Twin-chamber front passenger SRS airbag
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
- Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System
Infotainment13 std · 4 opt
- Lexus app (Remote Connect engine start, service scheduling, Vehicle Health Reports/Alerts and more)
- Head-Up Display optional
- Remote Connect
- Wi-Fi Connect — with AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot trials
- Bluetooth® and USB smartphone connectivity
- Lexus 10-speaker Premium Sound System
- Lexus Interface with 8-in. multimedia touchscreen display
- Paddle shifters
- Safety Connect, Service Connect, Remote Connect
- SiriusXM 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription included
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- Subscription-free Traffic and Weather updates via HD Radio™
- Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration
- Lexus Interface with 12.3-in. touchscreen display with Drive Connect (Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, Destination Assist) optional
- Mark Levinson® 17-speaker, 1,800-watt PurePlay Surround Sound optional
- Wireless charger (Premium Package) optional
Convenience1 std · 1 opt
- SmartAccess with push-button Start/Stop
- Power open/close trunk with kick sensor optional
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-zone climate control with interior air filters, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode
Seating2 std · 6 opt
- Heated and ventilated front seats (Premium Package) optional
- Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel (Premium Package) optional
- 10-way power-adjustable front seats
- Perforated NuLuxe® interior trim: Black, Acorn, and Palomino
- 14-way power-adjustable driver's seat (Luxury Grade) optional
- Driver's-seat power cushion extender (Luxury Grade) optional
- F SPORT bolstered heated and ventilated front seats (F SPORT Handling) optional
- Quilted and perforated semi-aniline leather interior trim (Luxury Grade) optional
Interior4 std · 6 opt
- Heated leather steering wheel (Premium Package) optional
- Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column (Premium Package) optional
- Color LCD multi-information display
- Metallic and leather-trimmed shift knob with leather-trimmed boot
- Rear-seat pass-through to trunk
- Active Noise Control (F SPORT Handling) optional
- Power rear sunshade optional
- Wood trim with ambient lighting optional
- Front seatback pockets
- Carpet floor mats optional
Exterior8 std · 4 opt
- Power moonroof
- Anti-chip paint on lower body panels
- Bi-LED headlamps
- Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED taillamps and daytime running lights
- One-piece spindle grille design with incorporated Lexus logo
- Shark fin antenna
- Side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse (Premium Package) optional
- Premium Triple-Beam LED headlamps optional
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers (Premium Package) optional
- Windshield wiper de-icer optional
Powertrain2 std · 1 opt
- Front engine, front-wheel drive
- Drive Mode Select (Normal, Eco, Sport)
- Drive Mode Select with Sport S/S+ and Custom modes (F SPORT Handling) optional
Chassis0 std · 2 opt
- F SPORT–tuned Adaptive Variable Suspension (F SPORT Handling) optional
- Performance dampers (Luxury Grade, F SPORT Handling) optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 ES. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the ES 300h
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Lexus ES ES 300h?
The manufacturer lists $43,690 for the 2023 Lexus ES ES 300h. That is $1,200 above the ES 250, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Lexus ES ES 300h add over the ES 250?
Against the ES 250, 1 feature becomes standard that the ES 250 does not and 20 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.