I'm on my 4th Lexus ES and currently drive a 2019 ES300H. It is, by far, not only the best Lexus I've owned but also the best car I've owned...period. As for the power, it has three modes, two of which are like rockets (especially Sport). Plenty of power when you need it. As for those of you who have a need for speed...go ahead and rack up your traffic tickets and notice me laughing as I go by the gas station and see you filling up 2-3 times more frequently than I do.
I was going to get a 2016 es300H this week. Do you think I should wait a year or two until the 2019’s get cheaper? Are they that much better? I can get a 2016 for only 26K with 30k miles
Hi Frank....I'm not familiar with the 2016 ES300h but just looked it up and read some reviews. The mpg rating looks very good and it seems to have been reviewed favorably. If you were all set to go with it, I would say "go with it". A lot of things can happen in a year or two if you wait. If you wait a year or two, its possible the 2020 and 2021 models will be so enticing that you'll wait another year or two to buy one of those. Then, you'll be waiting even longer. If the price of the 2016 seems reasonable and you like the car, buy it. I don't think you'll regret it. And with the unpredictability of gas prices, you'll love it even more. Let me know how it works out.@@frankdux3605
You get to 60 in 9 seconds..... I'm not sure where this extra power is? an the average car does 0-60 in 8 seconds on the road and most 2L diesel do sub 8 seconds with the same economy, so I'm not entirely sure what you're laughing at. For such an expensive car you would expect much better performance. The only thing it has going for it is reliability. Also what a silly notion to assume people who drive cars more powerful than a ES 300H, which is most on the road! is more likely to get speeding tickets, you don't speed because of accelerating to quickly, you get tickets for driving over the speed limit which the Lexus is more than capable of doing.
I am never a fan of CVT gearboxes but for some reason it suits this car very well. When buying a hybrid your not getting it for the sound so a CVT not only improves fuel efficiency but accelerates quite quickly due to the engine rev immediately and giving max torque. Also helps that Lexus hasn’t but stupid fake shifting noises in the car.
That's the same platform. The Australian Camry is underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), specifically the GA-K variant. This ES is based on the same platform. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_New_Global_Architecture
Dont be fooled by 0-100 times. It gets faster after 100 and easily reaches its top speed. Also, in town its surprisingly peppy off the line with a help of Electric motor. It also a nice place to be, comfortable, looks great outside and will outlast anyone from Germany.
One thing I want to know: Did TOYOTA's E-CVT System Really Can simulated normal AT Transmissions Work Way？I Know ES300h is E-CVT However My Friends Try to using Paddle Shift It's Really can Change Gears.So This Car is Pure E-CVT Or simulated 10 speeds E-CVT？Thank you！
CVT transmissions are great............Just one thing, do you really think the average Lexus owner is worried about all of the performance figures you give ?... Leave that to the reviews of German cars.
I'm not impressed tbh. It's too slow. The GS 450H was a great car. I wish Lexus would build them as Wagons because the trunk in the saloon is just too small!
hey it ain't too bad! pretty quick for everyday driving and seems to allow very little noise in the cabin even at full throttle! not a fan of that grill at all though.... looks like a whale's chin.... if they have one.
It's slower than a Nissan quashqai 1.6...... this is a £45k car in the UK, you expect more performance and a better gearbox! It is slower than the average car, at least in the UK.
They DID put thought into the cars. They designed THIS car to be optimized for a smooth, quiet, and refined ride. The rear seats don't fold down because they chose to pursue maximum body rigidity over cargo capacity so the car feels stable and planted over rough roads and around corners. If you want more power and folding rear seats and are willing to sacrifice comfort, interior cabin noise and ride quality, then just get a Camry TRD. I wanna get a 300h cause I could give less than a shit about power and cargo capacity and just want an isolating, relaxing, quiet, comfy, smooth ride with an awesome sound system. There's something for everyone, really.
I think people overestimate their need for performance. How often are you even going flat out on the accelerator in a daily driver? When you do, is it ever too slow for practical use? If you’re looking for entertainment in that regard, go buy a performance car and go to a track.
@@jamiea8318 actually that's a poor example. It's like saying why one needs a powerful stereo system but it's not for the volume it's for the quality at low volume same goes for a good car. When we compare these lexus to European cars they feel less in every way. You know that feeling of confidence in everything. So it's not about race tracks it's about doing what a car should do in an excellent way. The Lexus just don't cut it but compare to a Volvo then they may do.
This is great car - spacious and fast enough for city speeds, especially from standing point. It has great looks, big trunk and also very relaxing ride. Yes, cvt interrupts hard acceleration but still - it is a good car to drive. Not sure if you need F-Sport, the larger wheels are not that good for smooth ride, better go for stock suspension and add some comfort options like heated steering wheel or ventilated seats.
The Australian Camry is underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), specifically the GA-K variant. This ES is based on the same platform. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_New_Global_Architecture
A ES 300h with 230HP does 0-100km/h in 8.73s. An BMW 2-series Gran Coupé with 140HP does 0-100km/h in 8.7s (source: BMW). What the heck does the ES300h do with all that horsepower???????????
Fake? Isn't Car and Driver from the USA? They use 60mph (97km/h). We use km/h, with a Racelogic Vbox. This was the best result out of multiple runs, in Australian conditions and with Australian fuel, and with an Australian-spec car. Different countries would vary in all of these areas.
Dnt matter if toyota start putting wheels on donkey.and put dat lexus r toyota logo.its find with me it will.last.not like the others.lol..junks toyota only fucking king of auto making
I'm on my 4th Lexus ES and currently drive a 2019 ES300H. It is, by far, not only the best Lexus I've owned but also the best car I've owned...period. As for the power, it has three modes, two of which are like rockets (especially Sport). Plenty of power when you need it. As for those of you who have a need for speed...go ahead and rack up your traffic tickets and notice me laughing as I go by the gas station and see you filling up 2-3 times more frequently than I do.
I was going to get a 2016 es300H this week. Do you think I should wait a year or two until the 2019’s get cheaper? Are they that much better? I can get a 2016 for only 26K with 30k miles
Hi Frank....I'm not familiar with the 2016 ES300h but just looked it up and read some reviews. The mpg rating looks very good and it seems to have been reviewed favorably. If you were all set to go with it, I would say "go with it". A lot of things can happen in a year or two if you wait. If you wait a year or two, its possible the 2020 and 2021 models will be so enticing that you'll wait another year or two to buy one of those. Then, you'll be waiting even longer. If the price of the 2016 seems reasonable and you like the car, buy it. I don't think you'll regret it. And with the unpredictability of gas prices, you'll love it even more. Let me know how it works out.@@frankdux3605
You get to 60 in 9 seconds..... I'm not sure where this extra power is? an the average car does 0-60 in 8 seconds on the road and most 2L diesel do sub 8 seconds with the same economy, so I'm not entirely sure what you're laughing at. For such an expensive car you would expect much better performance. The only thing it has going for it is reliability. Also what a silly notion to assume people who drive cars more powerful than a ES 300H, which is most on the road! is more likely to get speeding tickets, you don't speed because of accelerating to quickly, you get tickets for driving over the speed limit which the Lexus is more than capable of doing.
I am never a fan of CVT gearboxes but for some reason it suits this car very well. When buying a hybrid your not getting it for the sound so a CVT not only improves fuel efficiency but accelerates quite quickly due to the engine rev immediately and giving max torque. Also helps that Lexus hasn’t but stupid fake shifting noises in the car.
Millen Rogers this is eCVT with gears not usual CVT with steel belts. So the rest of your comment is irrelevant
And the F sport does put in stupid engine noise and even mimics traditional gear changes! in the UK at least.
It shares platform with Avalon not Camry.
That's the same platform. The Australian Camry is underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), specifically the GA-K variant. This ES is based on the same platform. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_New_Global_Architecture
The Lexus ES and the Toyota Avalon are bigger cars than the Camry.
The Camry, Avalon, and ES all are the same platform.
Why does it have a massive hump in the floor when it's front wheel drive?
Dont be fooled by 0-100 times. It gets faster after 100 and easily reaches its top speed. Also, in town its surprisingly peppy off the line with a help of Electric motor. It also a nice place to be, comfortable, looks great outside and will outlast anyone from Germany.
One thing I want to know:
Did TOYOTA's E-CVT System Really Can simulated normal AT Transmissions Work Way？I Know ES300h is E-CVT However My Friends Try to using Paddle Shift It's Really can Change Gears.So This Car is Pure E-CVT Or simulated 10 speeds E-CVT？Thank you！
Oh it is the same from Carmy, always think it shares a platform with the Avalon.
You are actually correct - it shares the platform with the Avalon, not the Camry. The Camry is slightly smaller.
The both use the same platform. In fact, all three are now based on the same TNGA, GA-K platform. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_New_Global_Architecture
Still salty our American market ES never got the rear passenger console controls. 😂
At least you guys got the v6 😣
@@Connor-lj5vd true haha
@@curtisyang4965 😂
funny the dash board dial belong to ES250 not ES300h in Singapore😅! Singapore ES300h have a different look
So if you pull those REAR BLIND. Can people outside see what's inside???
At night no. During the day. A little bit. 😃
Why you don't show the horse power in the video and description
Because we're based in Australia and we use the kilowatt system.
@@PDriveTV OK
That's an unusual way of measuring automotive power. The HP for this car is 215 though.
CVT transmissions are great............Just one thing, do you really think the average Lexus owner is worried about
all of the performance figures you give ?... Leave that to the reviews of German cars.
I'm not impressed tbh.
It's too slow.
The GS 450H was a great car.
I wish Lexus would build them as Wagons because the trunk in the saloon is just too small!
Dr. Johnny no one gets a ES for being quick. It is an Executive car, more for comfort.
@@kevinng8061 But then it's no as pleasant as a Audi or Mercedes in terms of ride, gearbox and engine range.
NL3044 it sells very well in my country for a reason. USD 157k for a brand new. I trust the buyers put serious thoughts in, before a purchase
Dumbest comment Dr. Johnny 😂
@@NickLiang german cars are garbage, doesnt last as long as lexus. Wayy to much problems and endless engine lights,
Holding the brake and pressing the accelerator at once is one way of ruining the CVT.
Does the ES hybrid have the same horrible fake engine sound as the UX hybrid?
hey it ain't too bad! pretty quick for everyday driving and seems to allow very little noise in the cabin even at full throttle! not a fan of that grill at all though.... looks like a whale's chin.... if they have one.
You mean Thanos' chin? :D
@@Hnedrik1997 if thanos would buy a car, he would definitely pick this lexus with purple color
It's slower than a Nissan quashqai 1.6...... this is a £45k car in the UK, you expect more performance and a better gearbox! It is slower than the average car, at least in the UK.
Wow! Very quiet. Nice.
Wish Lexus would put more thought into these cars. They really need to offer more performance and bigger trunk with drop down rear seats.
They DID put thought into the cars. They designed THIS car to be optimized for a smooth, quiet, and refined ride. The rear seats don't fold down because they chose to pursue maximum body rigidity over cargo capacity so the car feels stable and
planted over rough roads and around corners. If you want more power and folding rear seats and are willing to sacrifice comfort, interior cabin noise and ride quality, then just get a Camry TRD. I wanna get a 300h cause I could give less than a shit about power and cargo capacity and just want an isolating, relaxing, quiet, comfy, smooth ride with an awesome sound system. There's something for everyone, really.
I think people overestimate their need for performance. How often are you even going flat out on the accelerator in a daily driver? When you do, is it ever too slow for practical use?
If you’re looking for entertainment in that regard, go buy a performance car and go to a track.
@@jamiea8318 actually that's a poor example. It's like saying why one needs a powerful stereo system but it's not for the volume it's for the quality at low volume same goes for a good car. When we compare these lexus to European cars they feel less in every way. You know that feeling of confidence in everything. So it's not about race tracks it's about doing what a car should do in an excellent way. The Lexus just don't cut it but compare to a Volvo then they may do.
@@supersurfer1 people want more power but don't understand why. it's simple - they are victims of marketing)
Great car
This is great car - spacious and fast enough for city speeds, especially from standing point. It has great looks, big trunk and also very relaxing ride. Yes, cvt interrupts hard acceleration but still - it is a good car to drive. Not sure if you need F-Sport, the larger wheels are not that good for smooth ride, better go for stock suspension and add some comfort options like heated steering wheel or ventilated seats.
Want to see the test of Nissan maxima 2019
👍 Super vidéo 👍 👏 ❤️ Magnifique 😍 voiture ❤️ 😍 😍 ❤️
Was so excited for the new ES 350 f sport but unfortunately its not coming down under , hugely disappointed 😭
Hello I’m from 2020 they made es F sport , cheer up 😏
Wrong!! It’s share the platform with the new Toyota Avalon not the Camry , the Camry is slightly smaller dude :)
The Australian Camry is underpinned by the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA), specifically the GA-K variant. This ES is based on the same platform. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_New_Global_Architecture
PDriveTV
can you please bring new Nissan Maxima ?
Nissan maxima is not sold in Australia anymore so I don't think he can.
New ES' are based off Avalons not Camrys
All three are based on the TNGA-K platform (Toyota New Global Architecture).
This looks like the LS not ES.
it is ES
4cyl SUCKS for Lexus !! I would definately go with the V6 from the GS450 h !!!
Own one
Straight line acceleration is great but the car is 2 tonnes and the ride is very firm compared to the new es
@@amrdiab3940 firm ? lol, you should try my RX450H 🤣😂 Those ES are frontheavy and frontdriven , not my taste at all.
@@kubanskiloewe the Rx is front wheel drive as well and heavy everywhere 😅
@@radustefan9699 my RX450H has a rear motor too and its an SUV and not a sedan !
GS450H would be my choice but these idiots cancelled it.
@@kubanskiloewe electric motor on the rear, it's still a front wheel drive. I had one as well and a gs450 and I agree about the GS
The Camry Hybrid has 524l trunk :)
0-62 mph in nearly 9 seconds crap that's slow
dude this car not a performance car this is luxury car like audi a6 bmw 5 or mercedes e
@@bilgekagan6678 a 194hp mercedes e class accelerates in 7.3 seconds. this 218hp lexus es does it in almost 9 seconds - that's pathetic.
J0J0McM0M0 you’re right
CVT?
Excuse me?
fan matt they used a cvt for the hybrid models. The gas models had traditional transmissions
it's not a conventional CVT, drives like one though
Great looking and luxury but too slow....
Accord Hybrid is faster than this. Lol.
toyota rav4 prime is much faster than accord hybrid
No its not anyway
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Sufficiently fast, excellent otherwise!
The CVT is ok...
Slooooow!
A ES 300h with 230HP does 0-100km/h in 8.73s. An BMW 2-series Gran Coupé with 140HP does 0-100km/h in 8.7s (source: BMW). What the heck does the ES300h do with all that horsepower???????????
Think about weight and about atmo vs turbo torq
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This video is fake. Car And Driver logged 5.8 seconds 0-100km.
Fake? Isn't Car and Driver from the USA? They use 60mph (97km/h). We use km/h, with a Racelogic Vbox. This was the best result out of multiple runs, in Australian conditions and with Australian fuel, and with an Australian-spec car. Different countries would vary in all of these areas.
toror
Dnt matter if toyota start putting wheels on donkey.and put dat lexus r toyota logo.its find with me it will.last.not like the others.lol..junks toyota only fucking king of auto making
slug
This new Lexus ES300h is really ugly compare to the last generation.