2025 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2025 Lexus ES 350 Review

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2025 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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MPG - City 43 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 44 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 215 hp 302 hp
Exterior Length 195.9 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lexus ES 300h offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Lexus ES 350 with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Lexus ES 300h and the Lexus ES 350 in the front seats.

Convenience
The Lexus ES 300h will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus ES 350, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Lexus ES 300h is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus ES 350.

Dimensions
The Lexus ES 300h is about the same width as the Lexus ES 350. When looking at overall length, the Lexus ES 300h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus ES 350.

Handling
The Lexus ES 300h has about the same turning radius as the Lexus ES 350, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus ES 300h is significantly less powerful than the Lexus ES 350. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Lexus ES 300h has much less torque than the Lexus ES 350, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 300h and the Lexus ES 350.