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2013 Lexus ES 300h consumer reviews

$39,250 starting MSRP
side view of 2013 ES 300h Lexus
(72 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Great car just dont get the Mark Levinson audio

Great car. decided to get the optional Mark Levinson audio system and it is terrible if you turn it up. This was an expensive option and the Lexus dealer has replaced the subwoofer and amp but it still will not work right. Other little quality issues in the leather that I cant believe they let out of the factory but that is what you get for mass production, some get through. Getting 37-43 MPG in mixed driving in the summer. So skip the audio system upgrade if you like music. Lexus will not so anything else about it. Operating as designed is what they tell me.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Disappointing exterior

I am overall happy with the interior, its comfort in driving, technology. Only thing greatly disappoints me is its exterior. When i see the car in road it does now look like Lexus specially from back. All the lexus previous model has its own signature in exterior look. Specially back light design. Just a glimpse of them from any angle in the road tells that it is a Lexus. With the new 2013 model that signature line is gone. It does not look like lexus anymore. I am not sure why no reviewer mentioned about it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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A DREAM CAR

I love this car- every safety feature imaginable is on it. How did I ever drive without blind monitor assist, I will never know. As a disabled person, this is a great car for accessibility and features. I feel so unbelievably safe in this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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reliable car

Love this car. Replaced another lexus. comfortable seats. quiet ride. spacious.acceptable pickup.good consumption.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Driver seat

I know. This is unusual and I love this car except for the driver seat. I have owned only Lexus before but they redesigned the. Seats and I find that with in 10 tp15 mins of driving my right leg begins to hurt. Nomatterhow I set the seat. Others I have. Had drive my car experience the same.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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A great looking car, inside and out!!!

Bought my 2013 Starlight Pearl Lexus 300h fully loaded in September 2012, so have had it 10 months. No issues to speak of and like most of the posts find the car great to drive and my mileage which has been mostly city is 16.6 km/l or pushing 46/47 miles a gallon!!! I drive it mostly in normal mode and occasionally go to eco and sport. I had a hemi in my last car, a Chrysler 300C and sure it was powerful but I was spending 2/3 times as much for gas each month and frankly I don't miss the power. This Lexus has plenty of it when you need and indeed you'll find it surprising how it responds. Would recommend this car to anyone...no disappointments!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Surprising Power

i wanted a hybrid for the MPG but gotta admit i am pleasantly surprised that the power this car has friends that have ridden in it can't believe it's a 4 cylinder So far, so good

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Thrilled

For the money spent, this is the best value we've ever had. The difference in cost between the 350 gas model and this 300h hybrid made it an easy decision. There wasn't a ridiculous spread is cost. Quietest, smoothest riding car we've ever bought. If it's good gas mileage you want, it delivers with class. The numbers are true. The value is good. We usually hold onto a car ten years so it made sense to us. You won't be disappointed if you decide to purchase the 300h. Best thing....it doesn't look like a hybrid!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Quietest road car I have owned.

We were looking for something to replace our Prius. We wanted great gas mileage and something a lot more comfortable and quiet on the road and found it with the Lexus. We have only owned the car for a month, but from other reviews, consumer reports and friends recommendations, we believe it will be very dependable. It is a bit pricey, but worth it for what you get.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Yet

I've owned the Lexus ES 330 and this Lexus ES 300H has just taken Lexus to another level. Overall the car is amazing. I was spending approx $500 a month on gas and now I'm spending approx $125. I'm avg 41 miles per gallon without trying. Sure you lose a little power but with all the speed cameras nowadays what's the point. Luxury at its best.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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