Lexus ES 300h 2.5 Takumi 4dr CVT Review
Category: Luxury car
Section: Version review
The model
Read full Lexus ES reviewThe Lexus ES is a very compelling choice considering its competitive price, minimal running costs versus rivals and outstanding amount of standard kit and safety features. It lags behind rivals for performance and outright driver appeal, plus there's some coarseness from its hybrid system under acceleration. If you do buy an ES, we recommend sticking with the well-equipped entry-level trim, called Premium.
The trim
See full equipmentRange-topping Takumi adds an electric tailgate, a head-up display and an excellent 17-speaker Mark Levinson sound system
The engine
See full engine specsThe Lexus ES is one of the slowest luxury cars you can buy, although it's unlikely to leave you cursing its lack of performance. Its 2.5-litre petrol engine and electric motors team up to deliver a maximum of 176bhp, and if you put your foot down hard from a standstill, you'll be doing 62mph in 8.9 seconds.
