Review and specifications
2022 Lexus ES
The seventh generation Lexus ES retains its comfortable, quiet demeanor but steps up its game in terms of handling and interior quality. The V6 is mated to an eight-speed automatic that contributes to a prompt throttle response and a linear power delivery. We attained 25 mpg overall. A hybrid version is also available. We tested the hybrid powertrain in the similar Toyota Avalon and got an impressive 42 mpg. The ES absorbs bumps very well and yet the body stays composed. The cabin is quiet and luxurious and the front seats are very comfortable. However, the touchpad controller for interacting with the infotainment system is fussy and distracting. The ES has Apple CarPlay compatibility. The news for 2022 is that all models come standard with BSW and RCTW. The infotainment system was also upgraded to include a touch screen. All 2023 models received an updated infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability.
- Market value
- $31,150
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 8-speed
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2019
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $31,150
- Retail value range
- $27,750 - $35,350
- Original MSRP range
- $40,950 - $51,330
- Trade-in range
- $25,030 - $32,600
Ratings
- Road test score
- 81/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 73%
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 33 MPG
- EPA combined
- 26 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 38 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,575
- Cruising range
- 395 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.9 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 196 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 113 in
- Weight
- 3,770 lb
- Maximum load
- 905 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 43 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 4/5
- Value
- 1/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Lexus
Lexus, Toyota’s upscale sub-brand, is among the few luxury automakers that successfully merges technologically-advanced designs with consistently great reliability. Interiors are quiet and finished with finely-crafted materials. The engines are generally smooth and powerful. Many of its cars and SUVs are available with more fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Lexus continues to sell sedans, with its ES, IS, and top-shelf LS models. Most of its SUVs have done well in our testing, including the NX, RX, and TX. The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the RZ, is a luxury version of the Toyota bZ4X EV. Lexus also sells two-door coupes and convertibles, the RC and LC. Multiple Lexus models have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendation for used cars.
Vehicle ID: 22083 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: December 4, 2025
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