Lexus ES 2018–2021 car dimensions: 4975 mm long, 1865 mm wide and 1445 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,680 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 454 litres.
The cabin is quiet and refined with dual-zone climate control standard and three-zone available on higher grades. An 8-inch touchscreen is standard with a 12.3-inch option on premium trims. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported, standard from later years in the generation or via software upgrade. Lexus Safety System+ comes standard with automatic emergency braking detecting pedestrians at night and cyclists by day, all-speed dynamic radar cruise control, and lane tracing assist. Blind spot monitoring is available on higher grades. Reversing camera is standard with parking sensors front and rear. panoramic view monitor is on higher trims.
Boot space is 454 litres with seats up. Rear seats do not fold down, though a ski pass-through is available on some grades.
Towing capacity is rated at 0 kg braked. Payload is 470 kg based on kerb weight of 1680-1740 kg and gross vehicle weight of 2150 kg. The car suits passenger duties with no heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension noted for work use.
The cabin feels exceptionally quiet thanks to acoustic glass and extensive sound insulation. Front seats offer multi-way power adjustment as standard with heating on all grades and ventilation plus extra lumbar and cushion length on higher ones. Rear passengers get nearly a metre of legroom. outer seats heat and recline electrically on Luxury with controls on the centre armrest. Climate Concierge links seat heaters, ventilation and the optional heated wheel to the dual- or triple-zone air conditioning for even temperatures. A standard electric tilt-slide glass sunroof brings light without a full panoramic panel.
Self-charging hybrid system output 160 kW/218 PS with WLTP combined fuel use from 5.2 l/100 km and CO2 from 119 g/km.
50-litre fuel tank.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating in 2018 tests under stricter criteria, named safest large family car and safest hybrid/electric.
Standard Lexus Safety System+ with pre-collision (daytime cyclist and night pedestrian detection), lane tracing assist, all-speed dynamic radar cruise and automatic high beam.
Ten airbags standard including front, knee, side and curtain.
Service interval every 15 000 km or 12 months.
The fourth-generation self-charging hybrid pairs a 2.5-litre Atkinson petrol engine with an electric motor for 218 PS total. Official WLTP combined consumption starts at 5.2 l/100 km with CO2 from 119 g/km. the car can run in EV mode for long stretches of urban driving. A 50-litre tank supports extended range without plugging in.
Official servicing is required at least every 15 000 km or once a year, whichever comes first. Intermediate oil and filter changes alternate with fuller inspections. Hybrid components carry extended cover and the car is designed for long-term reliability with minimal major repairs when maintained on schedule.
Safety is class-leading. The 2018 Euro NCAP test gave a full five stars and top scores in large-family and hybrid categories. Every car has Lexus Safety System+ as standard, covering pre-collision braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keep functions, adaptive cruise and automatic lights. Ten airbags and a rigid GA-K platform complete the package.
Living with the ES 300h means low running costs from the efficient hybrid, quiet long-distance comfort and strong residual values. Regular dealer service keeps the hybrid battery and systems covered under extended programmes. The spacious, well-equipped cabin and standard safety kit make daily use straightforward for both private and fleet owners.
Length 4975 mm, Width 1865 mm, Height 1445 mm, Wheelbase 2870 mm (ES 2018–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, Lexus Europe 2019 ES 300h press technical data, body radius 6.3 m / 6.2 m), petrol hybrid, A25A-FXS, Ni-MH battery is listed with no kWh capacity and no electric range.