How much does the Lexus ES cost in today's market?

Used Lexus ES prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lexus ES's current nationwide average price is $25,978, and its year-round low is $23,666.45. That puts the model in a fairly broad price band depending on age and trim, with newer examples commanding a clear premium. Recently, prices have held firm or risen year-over-year across the most recent model years.

Is the Lexus ES a good car?

Yes — the Lexus ES is a strong used-car pick if you want comfort, value, and a calm luxury-sedan character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.62/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the ES for its luxurious feel, smooth ride, and reliability. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight the quiet cabin, comfortable interior, and strong value, especially for buyers who want a refined daily driver. The tradeoff is that some years draw criticism for modest power, older-feeling technology, and a driving experience that leans more toward relaxation than excitement.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The main compromises in recent expert-reviewed years are the understated styling, the fairly pedestrian performance, and the underwhelming base engine.

26.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus ES models reliable?

The Lexus ES has a strong reputation for comfort, build quality, and long-term dependability. Owners across the lineup consistently praise its smooth ride, luxurious interior, and overall value, while expert coverage repeatedly points to its quiet cabin and relaxed driving character.

• Owners rate the Lexus ES between 4.25 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a sedan that should be a reassuring long-term ownership choice, especially if you prioritize a calm, well-kept luxury car.

What should I look for when buying a used Lexus ES?

Across all model years, at 65.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, with pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with steering assist, road-sign assist, Enhanced Lane-Tracing Assist, adaptive cruise control, and Intelligent High Beam Control.
• Infotainment: an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa+Lexus compatibility, plus a 12.3-inch touchscreen on upper trim levels.
• Fuel efficiency: The ES 300h excels on the EPA tests, coming in at 43 mpg city/44 mpg highway/44 mpg combined.

Which Lexus ES trim should I buy?

The 2022 Lexus ES offers these trims:

• ES 250 AWD: the entry point, with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, eight-speed automatic, and AWD; a practical choice if you want the most affordable path into the lineup.
• F Sport: adds a sportier look and feel, and it is the best-value trim if you want a more distinctive ES without moving to the highest-priced versions.
• Luxury: adds a more upscale equipment mix for shoppers who want extra comfort and a richer cabin experience.
• Ultra Luxury: the most premium trim, with the most upscale feature set for buyers who want the fullest ES experience.

What Lexus ES do most buyers choose?

The Lexus ES years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of newer features, broad availability, and plenty of shopping choice. When supply is deeper, it is usually easier to compare trims, colors, and prices before you buy.

What is the Lexus ES's resale value?

Most model years are moving only slightly year over year, which points to a fairly steady pricing pattern overall. A few newer years are rising, while several older and mid-cycle years are edging down or staying close to flat, so used buyers can still find reasonable entry points. The 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year. The 2025, 2016, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Lexus ES safe?

• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 10/10
• 2016: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10
• 2014: 7/10

The 2022 Lexus ES comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, including adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning with steering assist, and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus ES now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2021 model is at −0.64% versus a year ago, and the 2020 model is at −0.24%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 27% good and great deals, and the 2020 model has 29.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $42,254. The Lexus ES offers a quiet cabin, a smooth ride, and a comfortable, upscale driving experience.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 ES comes in three models, distinguished primarily by their powertrains. The ES 250 AWD puts out 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, the ES 350 delivers 307 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque, and the ES 300h comes in at 43 mpg city/44 mpg highway/44 mpg combined.
• Tech: The base infotainment system in the ES includes an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa+Lexus compatibility. Upper trim levels get an upgrade to a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Mark Levinson 17-speaker, 1,800-watt surround sound audio, and navigation.
• Safety: Every ES comes with the Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, and each ES includes standard blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Starting price: The 2022 Lexus ES starts at $40,800 for the entry-level four-cylinder ES 250 AWD in base trim.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2026 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.