Lexus ES 2003–2006 car dimensions: 4854 mm long, 1811 mm wide and 1455 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,569 kg. Braked towing is 907 kg.
The cabin has standard leather seats with 10-way power driver and 8-way power passenger adjustments, plus dual-zone automatic climate control with air filter. Steering-wheel-mounted cruise control is standard. An optional navigation system adds a tilt screen. Optional vehicle stability control and traction control aid the driver. No factory parking sensors, reversing camera, blind spot warning, lane keep, or automatic emergency braking appear in the specs.
Trunk space measures 14.5 cubic feet or 411 liters with the seats up. No seats-down volume is listed for this sedan.
Towing capacity is listed at 2000 pounds or 907 kg. Payload reaches about 1025 pounds or 465 kg based on GVWR minus curb weight. Adaptive variable suspension is available as an option for better load handling. The car suits light towing and everyday cargo but lacks dedicated heavy-duty cooling or reinforced setup as standard.
The cabin offers leather surfaces on supportive front bucket seats with 10-way power adjustment for the driver including lumbar support and 8-way power for the passenger, plus available memory settings. Dual-zone automatic climate control keeps temperatures even, while a standard power tilt-and-slide moonroof with sunshade adds openness. The interior stays quiet with wood accents and a premium audio setup, making long drives feel relaxed and spacious for five.
EPA fuel economy 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined mpg on regular unleaded.
18.5-gallon fuel tank.
NHTSA frontal crash ratings 5 stars driver and passenger. side 5 stars front / 4 stars rear. rollover 4 stars.
IIHS moderate overlap front Good. side Good on models built after April 2004.
Standard dual front airbags, front side-impact airbags, front and rear side-curtain airbags, ABS with EBD, pretensioners and force limiters.
Basic warranty 4 years/50,000 miles. powertrain 6 years/70,000 miles.
The 3.3-liter V6 runs on regular unleaded and delivers EPA estimates of 18 mpg city, 27 highway and 21 combined. Real-world figures stay close when driven gently, with the 18.5-gallon tank giving solid range for highway trips.
Servicing follows standard Lexus intervals with no unusual requirements noted in available specs. The car uses common fluids and filters, and the powertrain warranty covers major components for six years or 70,000 miles.
Safety equipment is comprehensive for the era: dual front airbags, enlarged front side airbags, full side-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seats, four-wheel ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, and seat-belt pretensioners. Optional Vehicle Stability Control adds traction control and brake assist. Crash tests show strong frontal protection and good side results on later-build cars.
Keeping the car is straightforward thanks to durable construction, available all-season tires, and a full-size spare. Regular oil changes and fluid checks keep it reliable. the quiet cabin and smooth ride hold up well with basic maintenance.
Length 4854 mm, Width 1811 mm, Height 1455 mm, Wheelbase 2720 mm (ES 2003–2006)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2004 Lexus ES U.S. specifications sheet, The 2006 ES U.S. brochure prints those same body inches as, 325 Nm is the figure paired with 240 lb-ft on the 2005 Lexus Canada ES 330 specification sheet.