Used Lexus ES for Sale nearWest Palm Beach, FL

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 $26,911, and its lowest point over the past year was $23,657. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lexus ES a good car?

Yes — the Lexus ES is a strong used-car pick if you want comfort, refinement, and a calm driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Lexus ES for its luxurious feel, smooth ride, quiet cabin, and reliability. Across the model years, the most common praise centers on comfort, value, and the upscale interior experience, while the car’s relaxed character remains a defining trait.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage are uninspired styling, fairly pedestrian performance, and an underwhelming base engine.

34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus ES models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Lexus ES as a comfortable, quiet, and dependable luxury sedan. Expert coverage also reinforces its reputation for refinement, smoothness, and everyday ease.

• Owners rate the Lexus ES between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks reassuring overall, with the strongest confidence coming from the model’s repeated owner praise for comfort and reliability.

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

Across all model years, at 64.6% 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
• Infotainment: an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa+Lexus compatibility
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway/28 mpg combined; 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway/26 mpg combined; 22 mpg city/31 mpg highway/25 mpg combined; 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 model brings the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, eight-speed automatic, and AWD, making it the most affordable way into the lineup.
• ES 350: This trim adds the V6 and stronger acceleration, making it a good fit if you want more power.
• ES 300h: The hybrid trim adds the most efficient powertrain in the lineup.
• Luxury: This trim adds a more upscale equipment set and is a strong choice if you want a richer cabin experience.
• F Sport: This trim adds sportier styling and equipment, and it is the best-value pick if you want a more distinctive look.
• Ultra Luxury: This trim adds the most premium equipment and suits buyers who want the most comfort-focused ES.

What Lexus ES do most buyers choose?

The Lexus ES years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, and deal quality. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because there are more listings to choose from.

What is the Lexus ES's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The newer recent years are close to flat, while a few older and newer entries are rising, showing that some versions are still holding value well.

The 2023 and 2024 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2014, and 2025 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

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus ES now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −0.23% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −0.02%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 40.2% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 41.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $40,881. The Lexus ES offers a quiet cabin, a smooth ride, and a comfort-first character that makes it easy to live with every day.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.