Lexus ES 300h 2.5 Takumi 4dr CVT Review
Category: Luxury car
Section: Version review

The model
Read full reviewThe Lexus ES isn't a bad choice – especially if you're a company car driver and don't want (or can't have) a plug-in hybrid. It's just a pity that the engine sounds coarse when you work it hard, and that the infotainment system is a faff to use.
The trim
See full equipmentThe most luxurious ES is quite a leap up in price over the rest of the range, but comes lavishly equipped. You get a head-up display, 17-speaker Mark Levinson premium surround sound system, heated rear seats and a powered bootlid.
The engine
See full engine specsThe Lexus ES is one of the slowest luxury cars you can buy, although it's unlikely to leave you cursing its lack of performance. Its 2.5-litre petrol engine and electric motors team up to deliver a maximum of 176bhp, and if you put your foot down hard from a standstill, you'll be doing 62mph in 8.9 seconds.