Lexus ES 300h Sedan models are available with a 2.5 L-liter hybrid engine, with output up to 215 hp, depending on engine type. The 2019 Lexus ES 300h Sedan comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.
Pros Excellent ride quality and quiet cabin Good fuel economy for the size and power Comfortable and mostly upscale interior for the price Dramatically improved technology compared to previous generation
Cons A few interior plastics feel thin and cheap Efficiency-first transmission doesn't match the F-Sport's character Some controls require using the infotainment interface Finicky infotainment interface
The 2019 Lexus ES Hybrid ranked #9 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Lexus ES Hybrid has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Elegant, cushy, and quiet cabin Outstanding fuel economy estimates Extensive rear-seat legroom Silky smooth ride
Cons Frustrating, distracting infotainment system
Adds Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa functions.24-inch head-up display available as stand-alone option.Adds semi-automated lane-change feature to optional safety package.The 2019 Lexus LS 500 comes with rear wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.
PROS Library-quiet at all speeds on all roads Ride quality remains soft, supple and impervious to bad asphalt The interior features world-class build quality and artful materials
CONS General lack of sportiness cedes advantage to some German rivals Accelerates quickly for its size, but the pedal response feels slow, numb Touchpad-based infotainment is clever but distracting on the road
Drivers may not find much to lust after in the 2019 Lexus LS, but it pampers like few other luxury sedans.
Pros Slippery shape Decadent interior Lots of rear-seat space Hybrid’s thrift Probably the only one on your block
Cons Springy ride Steering imprecision Confounding infotainment Fake powertrain noises
The 2019 Lexus LS ranked #5 in Super Luxury Cars. Currently the Lexus LS has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Top-notch cabin design and materials Peppy powertrains Long list of standard and available features
Cons Finicky infotainment controls Rivals have larger back seats
