Crash Test Rating
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MPG (up to)
21 City / 29 HWY
Horsepower
210
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Robert B
Lexus dream luxury car the most affordable.
Lexus are very reliable vehicles as long as the mandatory maintenance is followed great on gas all luxury cars use 93 by the way Lexus is the most affordable maintenance wise out of all luxury vehicles.
accountCircle Monalisa M
You can never go wrong with choosing Lexus.
The reliability of my Lexus is amazing. Although it is old, it looks beautiful and the black paint does not chip or ever lose its gloss. The leather seats are chic and comfortable even though they get hot in the summer, it is beautiful. You can switch from sports mode which is a little bumpy to comfort mode where it is smooth sailing. Although if you are looking for a sportier, yet more in control ride I'd go with sports mode because it feels like you've got a better grip. My only complaint is at one point recently my drivers side window had trouble going up and down. Other than that it is an amazing car. The air conditioning is very strong and gets cold fast and there's vents in the back as well. Also, there's a window sun shield in the back to hide from the sun if you have people in the back. Probably works well with babies too.
accountCircle Gary L
I love this car I have enjoyed owning this car.
The car is very low maintain no major problems. The car drives wonderfully. The seats are very comfortable interior is roomy. The car looks good. The Lexus es is a Toyota Camry in most ways you cannot buy a better car anyone would love this car l love this car.
accountCircle Gary B
Business traveler
Great vehicle, and i still drive my 2003 ES lexus to my office daily with a commute of 97 highway miles each way . It just turned 328,000 miles on it. Follow the book continue with routine maintenance and drop and change your fluids like the book says and it will last. Next goal 400,000 miles. I will by another one when the time comes.
accountCircle Alex L
Very reliable car as long as it's being taken care of
Good family car. Very reliable. Smooth drive. Feels like luxury
accountCircle Lori W
Family car with style and a smooth ride.
I love my car. The style of the body is classic and the interior feels luxurious. It drives very smooth in town and on the highway. It is fuel efficient and annual maintenance has allowed it to run nicely even with higher miles. The interior is roomy and provides a large trunk. A reasonably priced luxury 4 door.
accountCircle Lexie E
Comfortable and Reliable Car
I love the car, it is very reliable and useful. Never had many problems. Old radio system. Very comfortable. The vehicle performs very well on a day to day basis. Kind of good gas mileage. Cool features include sunglasses holder. Lots of space in the car
accountCircle Mal D
I love my reliable, comfortable and spacious Lexus!
Love my vehicle. Love how spacious it is as well all of the amenities it has! It has heated seats, 6 CD player, sunroof, and great circulation. The vehicle heats up and cools down very quickly which makes the diverse weather easier to deal with. The surround sound of the system is impressive and it has run with limited problems for almost 20 years!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mora H
This is the car you pull out when your scrolling on a Sunday cruise
The car is old fashion. The air blows out super high, and is very loud. The car does not have Bluetooth capabilities so listening to the radio has become one of my favorite things. The windows are powered so that's great. The steering wheel has wood on it and make it uncomfortable when driving .
accountCircle Maggie M
Lexus Sedan - looks professional, but lacks versatility
Comfortable and easy to drive. Hard to manage in any poor weather. The car is pretty low-set so it's easy to bottom out when driving on dirt driveways or roads. Good gas mileage for a car as old as 2003.

Lexus ES Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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4dr Sdn
210 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats
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2003 Lexus ES Owner Reviews

4.58
48 Reviews
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5 stars 67%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 2%
2 stars 0%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Gary B on June 21, 2021
Business traveler
Great vehicle, and i still drive my 2003 ES lexus to my office daily with a commute of 97 highway miles each way . It just turned 328,000 miles on it. Follow the book continue with routine maintenance and drop and change your fluids like the book says and it will last. Next goal 400,000 miles. I will by another one when the time comes.
accountCircle Stephanie L on March 23, 2021
It can go in all weather types.
Love the style and color. Great comfort level, quiet. Perfect size for me, good trunk size.. Has needed very little service work.. I have had this car for 15 years and honestly cannot think of any complaints..

Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2003 Lexus ES has an average owner rating of 4.58 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 19 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Ranks #2 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2003 Lexus ES has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #2 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Is The 2003 Lexus ES A Good Car?

Yes, I like it its fancy and sleek. I drive it everywhere, I like to roll the windows down and feel the air in my hair. It gets good gas mileage and I only have to fill up once a week.
Amanda M.
Yes I like my Lexus ES. It was given to me from my brother who got it from our folks and it still looks and runs good.
Kurt S.

How Reliable Is The 2003 Lexus ES?

Is it is reliable, I have not had any problems since I owned the car. I only have to get oil changed and watch tire pressure, The car runs good.
Helene S.
Yes it is a very reliable vehicle it hasn't given me or my family any major issues and have not had to put a lot of money into it
Tina M.

Is The 2003 Lexus ES A Good Value?

9,0000, it's a good value for a luxury car. Most cars are expensive and people lose money. I like Lexus because its cost efficient to fix.
Elle J.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2003 Lexus es300 battery size?

Answer: The 2003 Lexus ES300 is equipped with a group size 24F battery, capable of 710 cold cranking amps. A few popular brands that manufacture these include Super Start, Optima, Motorcraft, and DieHard. It is...

What are some 2003 Lexus es300 acceleration problems?

Answer: There have been several reported acceleration problems with the 2003 Lexus ES300. Most of the problems seem to occur because of the drivers side floor mat. An unsecured floor mat can cause the accelerator pedal...

What are some of the 2003 lexus es300 problems?

Answer: Some of the problems with the 2003 Lexus ES300 include a failing check engine light, ignition coil failure, frequent oil leaks, power steering leaks, and bad wheel bearings. However, none of these issues are as...

2003 Lexus ES: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The size of the tires on the 2003 Lexus ES is 215/60R16 for the 300. The recommended tire pressure for the tires iS32 psi for both the front and the rear tires. The size of the wheels on the car is 16 inches in...

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety