2006 Lexus ES 330 Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(28 Total Reviews)
You Will Love This Car, I Promise!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have been driving this car for almost a year now, and I love it! Lexus offered the "Black Diamond Edition" which has an awesome black wood trim which I love. I drove this baby over 1000 miles and never encountered a problem with it. From its comfortable gray leather seating, to its 29 mpg tank, I recommend this car all the way. This car is excellent if you are a young person like me, or have a family to drive your car in. I previously owned a Lexus, and hope to own a Lexus in the future. I recommend buying a black color Lexus (just preferences!) - it's hot!
Favorite Features
Seating, reliability (Over 300k + miles!!), Black Diamond Edition, leg room, comfort, speed, engine, etc.
Suggested Improvements
Honestly, none.
16 out 19 people found this review helpful
New to Lexus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is the first Lexus I have owned. Overall I am very happy with the car. The ride is smooth and quiet, even at 80 MPH. The cooled seats are a great feature. The only fit and finish issues I have are that the driver console (window buttons) keeps lifting off. I have been to the dealer twice and it's still not right. The sun roof also has a dull rattle when its either very hot or very cold out. Other issues with the car are that the transmission lurches when taking off from an incomplete stop. The headroom is also tight. While I like the car I don't know if I would buy another. It doesn't quite live up to all of the hype over owning a Lexus. Maybe some of the higher end models do.
Favorite Features
Soft leather seats, wood trim, cooled seats, quiet ride.
Suggested Improvements
Increase headroom, eliminate cassette tape (needs MP3), needs more power and a smoother transmission.
12 out 13 people found this review helpful
Never Again
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 2 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Always wanted to own a Lexus. I now own my first and last. Previously owned a Park Avenue which had more comfortable seats, more leg and head room, front and back, smoother transmission, better overall ride, better gas mileage (3 to 4 more miles per gallon on regular gas), better designed dash and driving controls as well as more luxury features. Lexus is over rated and after driving it for a year can only say it has been a great disappointment. Only wish they still made the Park Avenue.
Favorite Features
Remote opening of window to let hot air out.
Suggested Improvements
Improved gas mileage with regular gas, smoother transmission, comfortable seats, more luxury features. Car needs to completely redesigned.
2 out 19 people found this review helpful
Squeak
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I like the car, but am disappointed with my driver's seat. Every time I accelerate or slow down the seat lets me know it by emanating a loud, annoying squeak. It sounds like there is a spring broken in there or when pieces of styrofoam are rubbed together. I have taken it to the dealer 6 times and they even replaced the seat once, but they cannot fix the problem. It is so loud that even blasting the excellent radio does not help. I spend a lot of time in my car and this problem makes me want to trade the car.
Favorite Features
Interior design. most of my other "beefs" may have been addressed with the recent redesign.
Suggested Improvements
Fix seat problem. Put lights on the Homelink buttons. Full fold down rear seats would be nice.
6 out 9 people found this review helpful
Like an old car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have had the tires balanced 5 times & the dealer changed all tires on car. It still vibrates at highway speeds. Lots of wind noise from over drivers door. Doesnt shift smoothly in stop & go traffic. Armrests are too hard for a luxury car. Can't find garage door button in dark - no illumination. Front end was out of line when purchased but it is ok now. This vehicle has been very disappointing & I have never felt as though I am driving a new car. I think Lexus is very, very overrated.
Favorite Features
Nice car for local driving only. Not built for the highway.
Suggested Improvements
Remove those little plastic strings on the gas cap that always get tangled up. Relocate the gas cap lid button & trunk release button up where they can be seen. Illuminate the garage door button.
14 out 34 people found this review helpful
Too quiet
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is my 6th Lexus and the quietest yet...I can barely hear the car when I am stopped at a light....several times I have attempted to get out of the car with the motor running because it was so silent and still while in park...I can drive a thousand miles and not feel it in my car....I just wonder why I cannot put the 18 gallons of gas in my ES 330 and why I am not getting the 300plus miles from a full tank.
Favorite Features
The controls on the steering column and the shade for the back
Suggested Improvements
Tank size to match what they say and steering wheel that come down to me
16 out 21 people found this review helpful
Great luxury and value
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
For the price of the car, you cannot find a more luxurious car. This is not a sporty car and please do not rate this car with that angle -- just as one should not compare apples and oranges. The interior is amazingly plush and beautiful; you cannot find it in the BMW 3 or 5 series, nor the E or C-class MB sedans. If you want sporty drive, take a look at the IS or the BMW. If you want ultra-luxury, try the LS or the MB S-class.
Favorite Features
Very quiet and comfortable ride.
Suggested Improvements
Improved exterior styling as in the 2007 ES.
14 out 14 people found this review helpful
A Great Ride!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
We purchased 330 ES after 9 months of misery with a bad auto. We had looked at most luxury imports and felt the Lexus was the best for our needs, front wheel drive for bad weather, good fuel economy for size, comfortable back seat. We were not real crazy about the exterior lines at first but after a week we love it and its very fine paint job. First tank of gas we purchased got 29 mpg average on hwy. Not bad for 10% ethanol blend!I have to say the only regret I have is I didn't purchase one earlier!!
Favorite Features
Heated and cooled seats, interior trim, exterior paint, alloy wheels, nav.
Suggested Improvements
Flex fuel engine would be nice.
8 out 8 people found this review helpful
Truly Happy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
From the moment I purchased my ES 330 I loved the plush feel, silent ride and smoothness, I found myself wanting to share the experience with everyone. Subsequently, I brought my wife to the dealership and promptly acquired an RX 330 for her. The ES and RX are the wisest and best investments I have ever made regarding vehicles
Favorite Features
My favorite feature in the ES is the overall comfort of the silky smooth ride along with its quiet cabin. Makes communication with any hands free device a joy. Additionally, I am 6 feet 3 inches tall and about 218lbs and I find the front seat leg room ample for my size
Suggested Improvements
I would recommend a hands-free, and screen-free voice activated navigation system to enhance drivers safety. Additionally, Bluetooth enabled devices should be recommended as part of a overall comprehensive driver safety package.
9 out 9 people found this review helpful
The Pursuit of Perfection Continues
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Lexus ES 330 4dr Sedan (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The 2006 Lexus ES330 continues the Lexus tradition of striving to be the best in it's mid-luxury class. The exterior styling retains it's dramatic look and still turns heads after all these years. The interior is plush and comfortable with many luxury items to keep the driver happy. The performance of the 3.3L 6 cyl engine is more than adequate and the 17" alloy wheels deliver a smooth ride. All around handling is great.
Favorite Features
Interior trim, walnut and leather steering wheel, Two driver adjustable settings for the driver and passenger seats. Rain sensing wipers, sound system.
Suggested Improvements
Need bigger cup holders and storage area in the front compartment. Need better lighting in the trunk compartment and more space in the trunk area would help.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
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