Tesla Model 3 vs Lexus ES
Overview | |
Years produced2017-Present | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$36,990 | MSRP$47,500 |
Listings674 | Listings292 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe midsize Lexus ES is fully redesigned for 2026, with a larger footprint, modern styling, and both hybrid and all-electric variants. Among the few remaining rivals, it's the sensible and affordable choice, with very few drawbacks. Verdict: While the Lexus ES 350h may not be all that exciting to drive, it more than makes up for it with a glassy-smooth ride quality, a quiet cabin, and a starting price that undercuts its German rivals by a sizable margin. As good as the ES 350h hybrid may be, we suggest checking out the all-electric ES 350e as well. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine425 hp Electric | Engine |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity74.7 kWh |
MPG City145 | MPG City |
MPG Highway128 | MPG Highway |
Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name425 hp Electric | Engine Name221 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)7 hours |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity74.7 kWh |
MPG City145 | MPG City |
MPG Highway128 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.1 cu ft | Cargo Space13.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3759 lbs | Curb Weight4641 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height61.4 in |
Length185.8 in | Length202.4 in |
Width82.2 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase113.2 in | Wheelbase116.1 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2017-Present | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $36,990 | $47,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The midsize Lexus ES is fully redesigned for 2026, with a larger footprint, modern styling, and both hybrid and all-electric variants. Among the few remaining rivals, it's the sensible and affordable choice, with very few drawbacks. Verdict: While the Lexus ES 350h may not be all that exciting to drive, it more than makes up for it with a glassy-smooth ride quality, a quiet cabin, and a starting price that undercuts its German rivals by a sizable margin. As good as the ES 350h hybrid may be, we suggest checking out the all-electric ES 350e as well. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 425 hp Electric | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
MPG City | 145 | |
MPG Highway | 128 | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | 7 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 425 hp Electric | 221 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | 7 hours |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
MPG City | 145 | |
MPG Highway | 128 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.1 cu ft | 13.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3759 lbs | 4641 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 61.4 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 202.4 in |
Width | 82.2 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 116.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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