Road Tripping The 2023 Lexus ES 300h - What's it Like?
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- Опубликовано: 23 сен 2023
- Ride along with me in the 2023 Lexus ES 300h F Sport Handling as I drive almost 1000 miles in 2 days!
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The more sedans that disappear from the market, the more I appreciate the ES.
Sedans will never go anywhere. Yes, there have been more SUV purchases in the last decade but the popular sedans like the Camry, Corolla, Civic, ES/IS, Mazda 3, Elantra, etc. have all seen big sale numbers over the last few years because they are after all cheaper and more efficient. In this economy, not everyone wants a giant lifted vehicle that hogs 20mpg just to get to a local Walmart.
I’m on my third ES and it has overall proved an excellent car.
I would have got one instead of the nx350h if it was a hatch. The es ride quality is outstanding.
I wish they make a station wagon version of the ES, that would be the ideal car for families who are moving to SUVs because of the lack of space, not necessarily prefer SUVs...
@@yangyu67 Is a wagon a 5 door hatch? I’m with you.
I work at Lexus and let me tell you, all of my colleagues can agree that the es is one of the best for someone looking for a reliable, luxury vehicle.
I wish they still
Made the GS I own the final gen of the GS and it drives so well! Not a front wheel drive transverse motor and it’s the f sport AWD and it just kills mountain curves up above napa where I live. I want a new one I jsut wish they’d continued it. The ES just doesn’t do the same things
Of course they do
I had a 2020 ES350 for a while, not a sporty car, but not a slouch either, really loved that car.
I wish it had a tad more umph. Then it would be a no-brainer luxury cruiser.
@@JTM610 🤣🤣 cuz they all work for Lexus
I actually really appreciate the USB-C ports. For a car that is almost certainly going to be drive for the next decade by most owners, it's much more future-proofed than having a bunch of USB-A ports everywhere. If I just wanted a car to get from point A to point B comfortably and reliably with some luxuries over like, an accord, this would be my car. I love the ES and I've always also loved the exterior design. Quite a handsome vehicle IMO
Sick of USB A and the old micro usb. Anyone that makes anything with them should go to hell!
@@mtadc1545 I wouldn’t go THAT far. I think having USB-A is nice because a lot of other stuff still uses USB-A so if cars were USB-C only, that would be yet another cable to buy. I’m all for ushering in the USB-C standard though
The 23 accord sport has all usb-c ports I think can’t at the moment but i have one it’s really nice 😂
The biggest mistake with the ES is that the rear seats don't fold down. They have a small ski pass through in the middle seat, but too small for any snowboards or surfboards
Lmao I don’t think the old ladies buying ES’s are doing much snowboarding or surfing
Is it possible a reason they don't fold down is to eliminate a possible source of noise to help ensure a very quiet cabin?
Even if the seats folded down, wouldn’t a surfboard be too long anyways?
The seats dont fold down because theres a structural brace on the frame.
old ladies dont buy these boats@@user59371
I'm glad I discovered your channel. I have a 2020 Lexus ES300h Ultra Luxury model and I couldn't be happier since I've had 3 previous Lexus models over the year. This is, by far, the best sedan I've ever owned.
I have a 2023 ES300h Ultra luxury. I get between 47-49mpg by keeping under 70 most of the time, staying in eco mode, and babying the throttle to keep it in EV mode longer when I don't need to accelerate quickly. It's been an amazing car so far
I rlly want the ultra luxury
Glorified Camry
@@AgentFortyse7enyou drive the Camry, you buy the Camry…until you experience the ES
isn't it actually an Avalon, not a Camry? @@anondjfizzle
@@ogmechsftwyeah, but I don’t think they make the Avalon anymore
I just bought the ES300h, and I did a 160 mile road trip and averaged 48.4 MPG!!! - Love my new Lexus
Don't believe the trip meter.
Im considering to buy it but can you speed with this car? I mean 180-200 km/h.
@@Unknown-uo2yh Topspeed is 189kmh, so no.
@@Unknown-uo2yhwhere the hell are you going with 200kmh
@@martianvibe8772 no i just wondered that whether it is good for autobahn
People make it seem like sharing mechanics with a Toyota is a bad thing, I like that Lexus uses mostly Toyota mechanics, because I know for sure I’m getting a bulletproof luxury product. Can’t say that about most luxury car brands!
I drove my parents ES to SC (from PA) this summer and the comfort/quietness REALLY REALLY pays dividends on long trips. I did the whole 800 mile ride back in one day and wasn't that tired. In my Accord that would be essentially undoable.
And you probably barely dipped into your 2nd gas fill up. Recently got 710 miles on 1 tank in a 15 ESh
Thats wild 700Miles in 1 tank 😮😮@noTTYLer97
@@noTTYLer97 Almost EV-like! Hahahaahahahaa....
@@thekiwicanuck EVs are not known for their range lol. That’s one of the biggest gripes most people have for EVs. Hybrids are range kings
Anyway I just drove 1200 miles between Florida and NY only stopping twice for gas and still have half a tank upon arrival. I did start with a mostly full tank though. But 21 hours start to finish it was so comfortable
This might be controversial, but I honestly think this spec ES looks better than the IS and I wish it had the athleticism to match.
Front drive boo
IS also needs the interior from this thing...IS is stuck in 2013 but they just added more buttons and tech
It definitely looks better than the IS. better proportions and more streamlined. unfortunately the sportiest thing you can get on this car is a naturally aspirated V6 not a turbo6 or V8 in sight 😭
Don't even think this should be controversial. I think it even looks better than the LS
The ES is better looking than all current models, except for the LC obviously
The ES is incredibly comfortable, I work at Lexus and had to deliver one and it’s so quiet and supple it’s actually crazy lol
Its decent but nothing incredible lol... What are you comparing it too? Its noisier than all the germans... Especially road noise and high speed wind noise... There's Ford Fusions that feel better insulated than these, but I dont put it against it. Ford did a great job with the Fusion. Its a great car, for its quality and price, but theres nothing incredible about them.
@@an-dr6euford fusion ahahahaha
we've had a fusion hybrid since 2015. Great car, no problems, 43+mpg , just turned 70K miles. I wish Ford still made them. I';m buying an ES next@@redhottoddyei4887
@@an-dr6eu german cars are unreliable pieces of shit tho
I am now on my 4th Lexus and first hybrid - a 2021 ES300h - and all of them have been superb vehicles in every way. The hybrid is spectacular…it drives like a dream and I consistently get 42-44 mpg. Keep to the maintenance schedule and these cars will last forever.
I've had my 2023 es300h for almost 3 months now and just love it. Same as you, I almost immediately got into a wrestling match with the lane assist as well and described it to a friend the same way you did. It was a very forceful and almost ripped the wheel out of my hands. That was that...Turned it off and never thought about it again. Otherwise the car is fabulous.
I use android auto and it is perfect. Soon as I start up my phone connects and goes to the screen.
I use voice Control to do everything. So happy I chose this car. My poor highlander is pretty lonely these days unless I need it for hauling stuff or going biking etc. 42 mpg since I got it doing everything including putting it into sport mode and driving fast for a bit to see how it handled it.
@Roadrunner_1000 It seems great...no hard or odd gear changing behavior to speak of. Very smooth imo.
I did a 450 mile road trip in my 2023 ES 300h a couple days ago, it was fantastic, and I had almost a half tank of fuel left :O The mpg was slowly increasing the entire way, ending at a crazy 58mpg, going 68 miles an hour, with AC on, in normal driving mode. At first I thought the computer must have gotten it wrong, so I did the math myself and yep, 450 miles, just over half a tank does ball park 58mpg! The lane tracing is dependent on how good the lines on the road are, if the lines are good then it doesn't flinch, but if the lines are degraded then it can freak out occasionally.
The new Hybrid ES is quoting 55mpg ( UK)..thanks for feedback..Just wish it had a rear wiper as country roads and climate here in ireland demands it.
That is very impressive! I want to get one soon
@@MG3-Hybridconsider put some wax on the rear window? I drive a sedan and find it really helpful in rainy days. I’m sure with the wind you got in Ireland it works even better
@@MG3-Hybrid RainX
Amazing! I like that spec a lot, great content!
Ever since the beginning, the LS and ES really best represent Lexus as a brand, even if the NX & RX make up majority of their sales today.
Totally agree on the lane tracing nervousness. I keep it off unless I'm alone. What are everyone's thoughts on the Sport trim wheels? I have the base model, and curious if the more aggressive finish looks good on this type of car (in person)
that's like my dream car. thanks for the video much appreciated
If you like a rolling couch. This is it. Dependable , stylish. If u use the self driving , you might fall asleep during the cloud ride
Really like these road trip videos!
Great, great car. Have the F-sport for over 1.5 years now after driving an RX450h. Just loved going back to an efficiënt sedan. The car is so well built, safe and fun then i think this car will be my friend for the long run. Just love it!
For 2023 that's a rather minimalist interior and I love it. Cow interior looks great but I wanna see it in 2033. Also, rarest Lincoln spotted
Yours videos are so satisfying to watch
I love mine! 2023 es300h f sport with handling mainly because the design package alone was so difficult to find. My first drive home was an 8 hour trip from Los Angeles to the Bay Area, and I was more than comfy. This car just floats :). Agree with everything you mentioned. My real world MPG is more like 42.2, not babying it at all. My only real complaints are the wireless charging (not impressive), and the all the beeping from the front bumper sensors (it seems to go off a lot more than any other car I’ve been in).
How is the road noise? I'm looking into getting my first Lexus and that's my biggest want is something that's quiet
Can you expand on wireless charger? Does it work just slow? Or not work at all?
@@nemesis656 it’s very quiet! Compared to my other car, ‘18 Subaru Forester, the 300h is practically silent lol. Should test drive and see!
@@randomocityvideos it’s really finicky to be honest. Maybe my phone case is too slick, but it seems like if it moves at all, the wireless charging turns off and I need to recenter the phone on the charger.
I have a 2013 Gs 350 without the Mark Levinson and as much as I wanted it, I can't complain that I don't have it! It sounds way better to me than some of the other sound systems I've been in! It sounds louder than the 2013 Es 350's ML to me, but it does lack the bass.
I can actually feel how smooth and silky the car drives from the video.
To the point you made about eco mode only affecting throttle response, I believe does use the air con more efficiently too, so probably saves a tiny bit on fuel
in Camry it also affects the air con and Active Glide Control, and engine braking, this is what I noticed during my road trips, So I use normal for city, econ for highway, I do not like sport, because it tries to rev engine with every tiny foot move on accelerator pedal and makes it louder ;)
And acceleration is the same with eco vs sport if you press the pedal to the metal, and this is my preferred way to accelerate with Camry.
Love the interior and everything else. What a great car.
Great video! It looks very safe to drive!!!
The moving gauge was not first shown on the IS, but the LFA.
I want one of these after I start working after graduation. I really want the Supra, but one of these is what I will be happy living with and going on trips
Yeah OK kid have fun paying for a 50/60k car out of college.
Looks like a great vehicle. I'd probably go for the naturally aspirated v6 engine without the hybrid option. Thanks for sharing!
The hybrid is a very smooth engine. Problem with the V6 is that it can’t put the power down without wanting to rip its tires. Still great engine but don’t expect ripping roads on it.
I did a 1000 mile roadtrip in my ES300H, was so comfortable and smooth
OMG i've been waiting for tthis video sub topher, how is the ride compared to other cars ? Is it softer than the rx models ? I'm thinking about buying one !!
Ya know, the ride is a lot better than i thought it would be. Even compared to some SUVs it excels in floatiness and overall comfort. It's been a while since I've driven an RX, but if I remember correctly ride quality is very similar!
Finally, a Lexus without hideous interior. Looks pretty nice!
I actually hit the door of my IS on one of those stupid bollards next to a gas pump. Thankfully it was fixable and has been fixed, but it was a doofus moment for me. I always leave more space now.
It's not a real problem. Gas pumps have hoses. You don't have to park with the gas cap as close to the pump as possible. Just pull out a little more and use the hose.
Nice video.
Getting a lot of Hoovies Garage Vibes from your voice!!!
if i were to buy any lexus for comfort i would stay away from the fsport version, sure you get a cooler facia but the shocks are stiffer
We love our 2021 ES300h. After 20.000 miles we've averaged 42.6 mpg with the mode switch set to Normal. I find the Econ setting to be just a bit too sluggish at launch for my comfort.
But eco mode really helps on highway (it has the glide control, if this is the same eco mode as in Camry), and it makes throttle pedal more relaxed, better for cruising through town, not worring that you will accelerate and cross speed limit by slightly moving the foot ;)
Well that's good to know. I didn't realize it had those additional benefits.
I suppose normal mode gets more energy from breaking while eco does the active glide control. But maybe es is different from Camry @@PetesProjects0
I'm 18 years old, and my first car is a 2023 Es300h, drove 2 times from Miami to Chicago. Very comfortable and economic vehicle.
I have a 2022 Lexus ES 300 H, I’m thinking regarding the Lane trace assist, wouldn’t a software update fix nervousness of the system?
thanks fir this video!
Fantastic car. I just wish they would make an estate version of it.
How does the HUD compare to other recent makes you've driven?
The thing with the ES is its an American built car, on the same line as the Camry. I have the Camry, and other than the JBL system being dogshit and having a bunch of rattles, the car is pretty smooth on the highway and pretty quiet. I thought about buying the ES and decided to keep 10k+ in my pocket for the Camry and I'm not really feeling bad about it.
I wish they made the new IS in a IS 250H trim, that would be the best daily driver.
@14:52 you input the address by hand. Does the Lexus not allow you to input by voice?!? That's unsafe if you're constantly having to manually type
I can only imagine what it would be like if they could make the v6 hybrid. The lack luster performance is the only thing that pulls me away from hybrid
Does the back seat come down for more room to move things? Does it have heated back seats? I think that both the Toyota avalon hybrid and es300h are made in the same plant in Kentucky back in 2022.
No and no. Avalon's top models had both. No ES has either one. You'd probably prefer a certified Avalon, and they're a terrific value too.
I noticed in the night portion of your video that the infotainment screen on which the nav was displayed appears to be quite bright. Does it have a night mode to reduce the brightness?
Yes, of course, it is autodim and it changes to night mode on its own, changes google maps from white daytime to darktheme/night map on its own as well, this happens whether you're using Apple CarPlay or AA, or using NOTHING, like the Lexus Stock Map Navi, AutoDim is very accurate.
Hope that banana was nice, great info about the car as always!
I wish people cared about drivetrain. I own the final generation of the GS and I really just love the rear wheel drive biased power train. It does not drive the same as the es at all.
let's be honest, the GS died primarily because the Crown (traditionally) died in Japan
i have the same last gen Gs350, i wont sell because i cant find anything reliable and nice as it is. ill keep it. nothing but oil changes 120k. it has the rear heated/cool audio buttons and mark levison, 18 way power, more loaded than F-sport, cars in this range are pushing 80-100k now.
The GS is awesome! I have a GS F V8 and love it! Rear wheel drive and V8 power! However MPG is only 19 around town.
I think is hard to say, but this car is larger and longer than many cars, do you think that is a problem in cities ? In USA you have space but in Europe this kind of car should me hard to drive sometimes in narrow places.
This only popped up because I’ve been driving my moms ES 350 when my car was in the shop for a new alternator 😂
A reliable and ideal luxury car
truth is, this is the w123 2.0
not sure why they insist on the f-sport trim with this model. it should only focused on comfort.
11:03 - a clock that's automatically adjusted using the car's GPS module (just like the GS450h)? atomic clock precision anywhere on the globe, independent of the network coverage.
Agree with the W123 comparison, and the ES Hybrid fills the role of the old MB diesels which are long gone in the US.
Thanks for the "banana lane trace test" at 19:00
I consistently get 44+ on the highway. It is a GREAT CAR!
Now that Audi doesnt sell TDI's in the US, if I needed a highway mile muncher I would probably get one of these
Do get the mark Levinson though. Its the best in the business
My wife and I just finished a 3800 mile trip in 8 days. Our 2019 averaged 41 mpg and rarely ( unless small towns dictated ) saw under 80mph. Greatest car ever owned. Got the hybrid because our 08 Prius has gone through me, and 2 college students with no more than fluid and tire changes after 337,000 miles. Still gets 36mpg and burns about a half qt of oil between 3,000 mile oil changes. Gave it to my brother who will rack it up to 500k in a couple years
337k in 4 years 😮
use the turning signals in the roundabouts
I damn near almost got 600 miles on a tank on my ES Hybrid
It's totally doable.
Just need to align right weather + smooth driving + milking the fuel reserve.
When low fuel turns on you can do at least 100 miles more.
😢 this all i want man. Lord i will have this
Is this car really worth 20 k more than the Hyundai sonata hybrid limited? Sonata gets 4-5 mpg better?
whats going on ? Roundabouts in the US ...
Great car.
Would you recommend it over a 2023 BMW 5 Series in terms of overall driving experience & handling?
It just depends on what you value the most in my opinion. If you are looking for reliability and quiet, plushy ride with a bit of luxurious in your vehicle? Then ES would be the one. But, if you’re looking for driving experience and handling then no brainer, absolutely BMW all the way.
If you choose the BMW, lease it. Lexus? Buy it! 😉 Gs350 owner.
Beautiful
Eating a bannana in a Lexus and then putting the peel in the cubby is so nasty lol
Would you get a used ES 300H or Stelvio TI SPORT for around 30-35k USD ?
ES 300H all the way if you’re buying. Reliable and low maintenance cost!
You are choosing between one of the most reliable vehicles and one of the worst for reliability. If you want to become best friends with your mechanic go for the Stelvio.
simple question, some people say ES basically glorified camry because the same platform. where does the LS place in? bespoke platform or still same platform like camry/ES but upgraded?
Yes the ES is basically a Camry XSE but better in every way, the LS is a completely different car.
Yes, same platform. Just stretched. Makes production cost lower.
Bespoke. Shares nearly nothing with the ES except some interior bits the ES borrowed in order to add some prestige.
Drive a Toyota Camry then drive the ES. Mechanical and drive train identical yes but the feel and actual driving experience is night and day difference. If you want practicality for a simple car to take you from point A to point B, Camry is the way to go. If you want that extra class and luxary ES is the way
Have you done an LS500? 😊
Wait? Black pump means gasoline/petrol in US? What colour are your diesel pumps then?
green, bro
This 300h vs a Prius. Who y’all got the Prius or the es 300h
Brakes should last 200k due to regen. oil change every 13k as it uses the gas engine less
i am trying to decide if I want to trade my 2020 Impala 305 HP for the 4 cylinder Lexus hybrid....love the luxury of the Lexus but the engine less power concerns me....not a lead foot but the power is good for highway entry etc.....help me out...change my mind
If your Impala is reliable, sit tight with it. And I say that as an ES owner.
dayum thats so true how Lexus' probably do outlive their owners
I remember the basic audio sys. of Lexus is JBL, correct me if I am wrong.
Pioneer
It's worth the upgrade to ML. The stock Pioneer isn't all that great unless you only listen to the news
Do you think Lexus will follow Toyota away from electric vehicles toward hydrogen power?
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where are you ? Minnesota ?
Do waze directions show in the HUD or wheel screen infotainment?
unfortunately not :(
Only Apple Maps will show turn by turn in the HUD in Carplay on this vehicle.
@@anondjfizzle Thanks! I didn't know that.
I wanna buy a 2020 es300h with 80k km
Do you recommend it to me?
From my experience the Toyota safety sense 2.5+ was way better than 2.5
Hope you didn't try driving that at the Performance Driving School :D
Banana peel in the door pocket😂
Thats such a cute car
Wonder why they never had heated seats option in the back seats.
I know the battery is back there. I wonder if it may have something to do with that?
They had third zone of climate, remote for multimedia, heated seats,
reclining back of seats,windows shades and buttons for control front passenger seat
The Takumi trim level has rear heated seats.
@@blueangel1972 Right. They have heat, recline, and rear controls in some countries, just not in the States.
I’m just afraid it won’t be the same as my gs which never disappoints
As nice as the ES is, it’s not a GS nor was it meant to be. I drive a GS350 AWD, I’m in Canada, and smile every time I drive it. So far, I’ve replaced the battery and the wipers. Just a wonderful machine. Sad that it’s gone.
Not sure why Lexus won't make more PHEV's...Problem is once you drive a PHEV a hybrid or ICE will never match the smoothness, comfort and quietness of a PHEV....It's night and day difference imo in terms of comfort...
It reminds me if an Altima was a lexus
I am a Lexus family. ES for me, and RX350 for wife.
Super Friend... Lal from kerala India.❤❤❤
keep it up
How quiet vs Camry?
Spacious, efficient, quiet, and reliable. That's just a perfect road trip sedan.
Also this car is pounder than my GS as well. I just don’t get why they axxed the GS SIGH 😔
Pounder??
Sadly, the GS didn't sell. I think Americans simply wouldn't buy a luxury performance sedan without a German badge.
The engine sounds terrible when you are hard on the gas. Otherwise, it’s a nice and quiet car. I just hope Lexus drivers can stay in the right lane to enjoy their ES/other Lexus (excluding IS) and leave the left lane for people who drive faster.
Like ES 350 owners.
13:37 that was a stop sign you rolled through 👍
목소리 듣기 좋다. 말투도 마음에 든다.
Just got my wife a new NX hybrid. And I am waiting for the next gen ES hybrid to replace my 2017 ES350. Hopefully Lexus will bring us a nice next gen ES, otherwise I might just go all electric. Lucid Air Pure maybe?