2015 Lexus ES Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 -40 City / 31 -39 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
200 -268
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Melinda B
Beautiful reliable and spacious car!
I Haven't had any problems with this vehicle. Everything I have done has been standard maintenance. The car is comfortable and spacious. My only complaint is the leather wrapped dash because the leather gets scratched. I also wish the rear air conditioning was stronger.
accountCircle Lamar B
The vehicle is extremely reliable and no issues have been experienced.
I like the style, look and comfort of my vehicle. I often get compliments on the look of the vehicle. I do not like the maintenance costs for the vehicle.
accountCircle Sherry w
The Lexus ES offers a very satisfying ride
I love the ride of the Lexus and I like the technology. Specifically I like the rearview camera and the alerts in the side mirrors when there's a car in the next lane. Outside of wishing I had better gas mileage I don't have any complaints.
accountCircle sam w
It's a hybrid so good mileage, but batteries take up trunk space
Really good mileage with hybrid version at almost 41 mpg
accountCircle Estebe C
This car will last a long time.
Very stylish, fits my personality. Built with attention to detail. Very reliable vehicle.
accountCircle Mo M
The technology features in the vehicle are very user friendly.
The Lexus es 350 is a great buy. The car ride is very smooth. The technology that comes with the vehicle up to date and very user friendly. The keyless entry is also a great feature; I never have to take my keys out of my purse to enter the vehicle.
accountCircle Sue C
A great little car. Nearly maintenance free. Great sound system. Great handling.
This is my second Lexus and like the first one, I have never had it in the shop except for routine service like oil change and new tires.The interior is roomy and the sound system is exceptionally good. The car handles great and the acceleration is exceptional for a 6 cylinder.
accountCircle John M
It is built with quality and it would break down and leave you stranded.
I have no complaints. The car is comfortable. It is also stylish.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jenn M
2015 Lexus es 350 black on black.
Brakes need to be replaced often. Electric issues. Drives quiet, navigation cannot be used while car is moving, easy to add radio stations including satellite. Can set 3 different driver seat settings. Has air conditioned seats- very weird- feels like cold water.
accountCircle Shauncie D
Spacious and smooth riding.
It is a great car. I have no problems with it. Lots of space in the backseat. It rides smoothly and is spacious. It gets good gas mileage and the maintenance is low. I wish the car was a bit more sporty. It is a mom’s car so it works for me. Overall a comfortable ride.
accountCircle Joan G
Car is great but controls not intuitive and badly designed.
Navigation system is bad. Voice recognition is horrible. It does not even recognize the word cancel. Some controls are much harder to use than they have to be. The radio is very hard to tune in. The air conditioning requires many steps to actually turn on or off. Otherwise, the actual car is great.
accountCircle Kris M
Nice but not enough for a Lexus.
The Lexus es350 is a fine vehicle with lots of bells and whistles, nice trim level, good gas mileage and more than adequate performance. Where I am disappointed is in the ride quality which seems rough and noisy for a car which is supposed to be a luxury car. To me it is an upscale corolla, nice but not luxury and not really worth the extra cost for the Lexus name.

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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Base
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Crafted Line
268 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Hybrid
200 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Lexus ES Owner Reviews

4.62
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5 stars 67%
4 stars 28%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Eugene W on June 21, 2021
A luxurious yet affordable car.
The car is very reliable as it is built with Toyota's standards. It is also very safe and it feels nice to drive. It is front wheel drive which makes it pretty nice to handle through the bends and turns of a mountain road. The only complaint is with the hybrid drivetrain the throttle response is very slow.
accountCircle Dave T on June 21, 2021
Beautiful car, outstanding exterior look.
Excellent car, nice lines and pretty much maintenance free, no issues whatsoever. Looks great and handles well, every bit a luxury car. Very comfortable and well suited for me. Performance is great and gets about 25 miles to the gallon which is outstanding for a six cylinder.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Rosa T.

Quiet ride even on the highway. Interior is comfortable and easy to adjust for different drivers. This vehicle has required little maintenance -- typical wear and tear such as new tires but other than that it has been reliable. It is easy and pleasant to drive and has been reliable.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Rosa T.

For a high-end or near high-end vehicle it is rather pedestrian looking. Lexus really should have a better in-car navigation system. While it is ok, I am disappointed at the lack of connectivity to my iPhone. My understanding is that this has only just changed in the 2020 models. Oh well.

Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2015 Lexus ES has an average owner rating of 4.62 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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2015 Lincoln MKS
5
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2015 Lexus RC F
4.83
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2015 Lexus ES
4.62

Ranks #2 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Lexus ES has a combined MPG of 40 which ranks it #2 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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2015 Lincoln MKZ
41 MPG
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2015 Lexus ES
40 MPG
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2015 Audi A6
38 MPG

Is The 2015 Lexus ES A Good Car?

Yes very good car. Dependable, uses the low grade gas and runs smooth. Would highly recommend it and buy again.
Sam P.

How Reliable Is The 2015 Lexus ES?

Vehicle is very reliable and have no issues or problems with it. Would recommend this car and give it 5 stars.
Sam P.

Is The 2015 Lexus ES A Good Value?

Cost was on the high side. Value is great but could be a little bit more economical. Cost was increased due to options.
Sam P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2015 lexus es 350 oil type?

Answer: The 2015 Lexus ES350 oil type is 0w-20. You will run into issues with the oil at some point. A common problem is an awful burning smell. This needs to be inspected as soon as possible or the car might explode....
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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety