New Lexus ES Hybrid for Sale nearKenilworth, IL

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

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

The Lexus ES Hybrid's current nationwide average price is $37,297, and its lowest point over the past year was $32,672. Recently, prices have held firm or risen year-over-year across the most recent model years.

Is the Lexus ES Hybrid a good car?

Yes — the Lexus ES Hybrid earns strong praise from owners for its comfort, smooth ride, and fuel efficiency.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.91/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently highlight the quiet cabin, easygoing driving character, and seamless hybrid power delivery. They also praise the spacious interior and the way the car blends luxury with everyday practicality.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on fairly pedestrian performance, plus styling and technology touches that some shoppers may find less exciting than the rest of the package.

37.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus ES Hybrid models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Lexus ES Hybrid for its comfort, efficiency, and long-term dependability. Expert commentary also reinforces its reputation for a quiet, composed driving experience and a practical luxury feel.

• Owners rate the Lexus ES Hybrid between 4.67 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks reassuring, especially if you prioritize a sedan built around comfort and efficiency.

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

Across all model years, at 74.8% 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: touchscreen infotainment display with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration
• Fuel efficiency: We averaged 37 mpg on our testing route, the car in its Normal driving mode the majority of the time. While that’s substantially less than the EPA’s official 44 mpg rating in combined driving, achieving econobox gas mileage in a big luxury sedan, and without trying, is remarkable.

Which Lexus ES Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2022 Lexus ES Hybrid offers these trims:

• Base: The entry trim gives you the core ES Hybrid comfort-and-efficiency formula, and it suits buyers who want the model’s quiet luxury at the most accessible level.
• Luxury: This trim adds a more upscale feel and is a strong choice if you want extra comfort-focused equipment.
• Ultra Luxury: This version builds further on the comfort-first mission and is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the richest cabin experience.
• F Sport: New for 2022, this trim adds a sportier appearance with black 19-inch wheels and distinctive design touches inside and out.

What Lexus ES Hybrid do most buyers choose?

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

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, mileage, and price combination. They also often sit close to the sweet spot between newer features and broader availability.

What is the Lexus ES Hybrid's resale value?

The table shows a mixed pattern: the older entries are edging down, while the newer model years are moving up. That means you can still find some value in earlier examples, but the most recent years are showing stronger pricing momentum.

The 2020 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Lexus ES Hybrid safe?

• 2022: 7/10
• 2017: 10/10

Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 is standard equipment on the 2022 ES, bringing adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, lane-centering assistance, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot warning, and rear cross-traffic warning.

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

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

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −0.16% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −3.08%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $42,808. The Lexus ES Hybrid offers a quiet, comfortable, and reliable driving experience that suits daily use especially well.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric drive assist motor and a lithium-ion battery pack to produce 215 horsepower, and it averaged 37 mpg on our testing route while carrying an EPA combined rating of 44 mpg.
• Tech: The latest model adds a touchscreen infotainment display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration.
• Safety: The latest model adds upgraded cameras and sensors for Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, including more responsive adaptive cruise control acceleration, evasive steering assistance, Intersection Turning Assist, and Curve Speed Reduction.
• Starting price: With MSRPs starting at just over $40,000, the ES sedan supplies style, luxury, and plenty of spacious comfort for the money.

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 the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.