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 $27,156, and its lowest point over the past year was $23,684. Recently, prices have eased on the 2024 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Lexus ES a good car?

Yes — the Lexus ES is a strong used-car choice if you want comfort, refinement, and long-term appeal. 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, quiet cabin, and reliability. Across the model years, the most common praise centers on comfort, value, and the easygoing character that makes it a relaxed daily driver.

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

The main tradeoffs that show up in expert reviews are uninspired styling, fairly pedestrian performance, and an underwhelming base engine.

34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus ES models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Lexus ES as a comfortable, quiet, and dependable luxury sedan. The model’s long-running reputation for smooth ride quality, strong value, and a calm driving character comes through clearly in the owner feedback.

• 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 of strong owner satisfaction and a comfort-first design points to a reassuring long-term ownership experience.

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

Across all model years, at 66.6% 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: 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa+Lexus compatibility
• Fuel efficiency: The ES 250 AWD puts out 203 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, and the EPA rates it at 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway/28 mpg combined using regular gas. The ES 350's EPA ratings are 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway/26 mpg combined. The F Sport trim level takes a slight knock, down to 22 mpg city/31 mpg highway/25 mpg combined. 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 the 2.5-liter four-cylinder and AWD; a practical choice if you want the most accessible way into the lineup.
• ES 350: Adds the V6 and front-wheel drive, bringing stronger performance for buyers who want more power.
• ES 250 AWD F Sport: Adds sportier styling and the F Sport treatment; a good fit if you want a more expressive look.
• ES 350 F Sport: Adds the V6 with the F Sport package for buyers who want the stronger engine and a sportier appearance.
• ES 250 AWD Luxury: Adds a more upscale equipment set for shoppers who want extra comfort and a richer feel.
• ES 350 Luxury: Adds the V6 with the Luxury trim’s comfort-focused upgrades.
• ES 250 AWD Ultra Luxury: Adds the most upscale equipment in the lineup and suits buyers who want the richest feature set.
• ES 350 Ultra Luxury: Adds the V6 with the top-end comfort and convenience equipment.
• ES 300h: Adds the hybrid powertrain for buyers who want the efficiency-focused version.
• ES 300h F Sport: Adds the hybrid powertrain with the F Sport treatment.
• ES 300h Luxury: Adds the hybrid powertrain with the Luxury trim’s comfort upgrades.
• ES 300h Ultra Luxury: Adds the hybrid powertrain with the most upscale equipment.

What Lexus ES do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, trim, and price. They also sit close to the newest generation, so you get the ES’s comfort-first character with a broader selection of listings.

What is the Lexus ES's resale value?

Most Lexus ES model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. A few newer and older years are rising, though, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. That mix suggests you may find better value in years that have softened while still seeing strong demand for certain trims and model years.

The 2020 and 2024 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2016, 2017, 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

The 2022 Lexus ES comes with Lexus Safety System+ 2.5.

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 −0.58% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −2.21%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 39.4% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 40.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $41,607. The Lexus ES offers a calm, quiet, comfort-first driving experience with a luxurious cabin and a strong reputation for everyday ease.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.