Used 2016 Lexus ES 300h Consumer Reviews
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Still —No disappointment here! (Update)
J. Abbey, 09/30/2020
updated 10/16/2023
2015 Lexus ES 300h 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Have had over 50 cars— six new - considered a used MKZ hybrids (price point) but my son suggested trying the Lexus. Doubted I could afford one, but after driving the ‘15 (certified) I knew the MKZ was history. Now, after nearly two completely trouble free Years of driving I’m still excited every time I get in. It is very quiet, smooth as silk; still spotless inside and out - the stock stereo is wonderful (and I’m picky).... just a fine luxury auto and getting me 36-40 mpg all the time. You have to wonder how a car company can produce vehicles that just don’t break down. (I also have a 2008 RX350 with 200k mikes. Last three years —- a battery!) I strain to think of a complaint— perhaps a little more cushion in the seats for us older folks would be nice— but it’s a minor complaint. All in all I have to say my all time favorite car! I felt I’d be happy but I’m beyond happy! Blessed to have the pleasure of owning and driving it. Lexus builds a bulletin proof car, and Lexus of Austin, TX treats their customers very well — same tech takes care of my car at each service. 24 hour loaners and all kinds of goodies to make the wait a pleasure. If you can get a Lexus, it doesn’t have to be brand new; Certified Used gets you the SAME wonderful treatment! After several more months and the Arctic Blast we endured here in Texas I was able to evaluate my ES300H in very harsh conditions. Flawless— felt very safe and warm in zero temps. All systems worked as advertised. Still no mechanical issues as I near the 90,000 mark. Guess my first ‘repair’ will be a new set of tires this summer! The hybrid battery will expire at 100,000 miles so I may consider an after market warranty down the road to avoid a future big hit. But that’s it. Still looks new and feels like the day I drive it home for the first time. Update: I have had nothing but satisfaction after over three years. At 7 years of age it drives flawlessly. New tires and wiper blades all I have done other than routine maintenance. Current MPG 39 — more important now with gas prices double a year ago! 4/10/24 Now at 98,000 trouble free miles. Still Very little difference in the overall ‘feel’ Of the drive. My MPG average is still 36-38 all the time. I find it hard to believe there seems to be no Issues as I prepare to cross the 100,000 mile mark. I will have a thorough service at 100 k. Paint and interior appointments wearing very well with just a small wear mark on the drivers side seat back. I had a blow out a couple weeks ago - in town under 30Mph I never saw what I hit but my tire pressure dropped to -0- in seconds. Don’t got to look under the floor mat in the trunk for the first time. I was delighted to find a good size ‘temporary’ spare. Also, all The tools were carefully placed in a foam piece that Spanned the width of the trunk With every needed tool firmly secured. So, I’m still More than satisfied with this hybrid. I guess we will go another year or two. A side note: I recently bought a beautiful one owners on 2014 RX350. Unfortunately, it is not ‘Lexus Smooth’ as were the earlier RX’s were (I’ve had two). Great drive (tight extra) but too choppy for my taste. Wont keep it too long. 3 yr update: Turned 100k trouble free miles. No repairs needed (new tires and wipers about it) I didn’t do the 100k maintenance— cost doubled in 6 months thanks to excessive inflation. Just fluid and filter replacements. MPG’s staying strong (36-40 every tank) Factory sound system still great / no rattles / no surprise vibrations etc I have noticed a little paint fade on the ‘spoiler’ on the trunk. No fade on actual car body and it has not been garaged. I’m wondering how long the standard battery will last? It’s in the trunk. I bought the car as Certified used (56k on the clock) do I don’t know if it is original. Verdict—extremely satisfied at 103,000 trouble free miles if satisfaction The 2015 ES300H has been named the most dependable Lexus and midsize car in general. No wonder!
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Buying another hybrid
Don, 06/03/2018
updated 12/06/2021
2015 Lexus ES 300h 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Seating tight for a six foot plus driver.
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Leg room kinda tight
nOrakat, 07/19/2016
2016 Lexus ES 300h 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I think one problem that stood out for me was that my left leg hit the door moldings. I like to open my legs a little when I drive and not have them straight in front of me (which if I did may not have been a problem). Another thing I noticed, that others have pointed out is that the braking was not too great. The brakes on my current car are pretty sensitive and responsive, but braking with the same pressure on this car felt like the car was sliding forward and actually alarmed me. It was sort of scary but did not have enough time with the car to see if I would get used to that. The ceiling on the car was sort of low so w me at 5'9" I had only a half an inch above my head; same with the back seats, but the leg room is very good. Three large adults in the back would be very tight. What stood out as exceptional for the car was the suspension. Absorbed the bumps very well, even in the horrible streets of NYC. Another thing that stood out was the engine noise. This car revs very high when accelerating from 0-50/60mph and even with the sound deadening, engine is still loud due to the RPM. The sound system only sounded OK in the Premium version.
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Comfortable Car - Promised Mileage NOT Obtained
Craig Zalk, Fairfax VA, 12/25/2016
2016 Lexus ES 300h 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
The reason I leased this car was because I wanted a car that delivered a fine ride with terrific gas mileage (claimed at about 40 MPG). What I ended up getting is a car that delivered a fine ride, but the gas mileage was off by about 25% - and that is driving the car as gently as possible while in the most fuel efficient mode – ECO Drive. Don’t get me wrong, this is a nice car, well appointed and delivering a great ride. It is just that the mileage is far, far off from what was promised. I asked the salesman if I could take a car home overnight, and was told “no.” (now I know why he said no). Had I spent more time test driving the car, the MPG truth would have become obvious. Oh well. Next time I will be more vigilant.
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Sweet Ride
Don Cooley, 09/22/2018
2015 Lexus ES 300h 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Luggage area could certainly be larger, and entering g and exiting driver's seat for someone over six feet a challenge at times, I loved this car. Mileage was averaging 36 mph.
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