Compared: 2019 Lexus ES vs F-Sport vs Hybrid Review 

Lexus went to great lengths to make the car quiet, and this guy complains that it's too quiet. It's like driving a Ferrari and complains that it's too fast. What they say is true, never cast pearls before swine.

Why do reviewers review EVERY car nowadays as is if they're sports cars that people will take to the track?

Too quiet means better audio quality from your stereo

The BEST FWD luxury car on sale that money can buy. And it will hold its value. Love the F Sport gauge cluster, LC500 seats and the LS500 steering wheel both taken from higher end cars

The ES350 vs. the ES300h is an intelligence test. Your mileage doubles. It has immediate torque. The range is like 600 miles on a tank. The cost difference is a little over 2K. The driving dynamics for a large car are fine. Splurge and get the Mark Levinson audio. They both use 87 Octane fuel. The Euros demand Premium!

That panoramic sunroof is a huge improvement of the current one. The current one has two separate covers and the back one is MANUAL (you have to slide it yourself in the back seat). This, with its one large motorized cover, is similar to the panoramic sunroof in the RX.

Fun or Frugal either way it will last a long time and keep a smile on your face! While holding tremendous value down the road..😏😏

You said the 350 was 33mpg combined, i think you meant 33mpg highway

I drive es 350 non hybrid. Love it

This was a great review man!!! Question, does the f sport come with an option for the sun and moon roof like the others have? Thats the only thing its lacking for me

The standard ES is chic enough for me without F Sport or Hybrid trim

Great Review. However just one thing, I admit that the hybrid version isn't as exciting to drive than the fsport, however people who buy the hybrid, generally aren't looking for a sporty drive. They generally want a quiet and comfortable ride that doesnt require much effort. Once again, love your guy's reviews but maybe the hybrid isnt looked at for its goal maybe? just a thought

Very informative video. Just wondering if you guys ever do a recap of cars you would buy from your prior videos ? Thanks

I have to say. That new Lexus ES 350 looks Nicer than the Toyota Avalon!

Excellent review. Just don’t get why they don’t crank more power out of that 3.5 but that’s probably why they last forever and saves costs. Put the LS engine in there and it’ll be a rocket

People just don’t get Lexus. Numerous reviewers rant on about the German being way faster, AWD, better handling, etc, etc. 0-60 times, Lap times at a track...... Lexus and their core customers don’t want that. If they did they would buy a M Series or AMG 63 engined Mercedes. What is DIFFERENT about Lexus is they make very reliable, comfy, well specified, safe, luxurious cars with more than adequate performance for real world driving. Remember the LFA? That was Lexus saying “Yes, we can make a sexy, fast car if we want to”. Unless you take your AMG, M series on a track, you are not going to get the benefit of it on the road, or be able to come close to using all that performance - those who try, usually end up wrapping their prized vehicle round a lamppost....

Is there a big difference of comfort between the F sport and the regular 350 or almost the same?

I’m surprised that you compared this car with Audi A4 and BMW 3 series because ES300H has just been launched in India and it competes with BMW 5 series, Audi A6, Jaguar XF, Mercedes E class (LWB) here. Surprising!! And it’s even been priced in the same bracket.

Will the 300h be available in F Sport trim? I'd assume so. Great video, I can't wait to review these bad boys this fall.

You say the hybrid has a little less room - the ONLY place it has less is with regard to rear head room - 0.4" less. Otherwise, it is identical in every other way - including trunk space. Also, it may compete with the A4 and C-Class in terms of price, but the ES is far larger.

My 2013 ES350 has 121K trouble free miles, but I love that new F sport.

Fun and excellent video

Gret review, Roman!

The smart choice is the hybrid. 300+ hp in Fwd is useless and if you’re concerned about sporty driving why on earth would you want an ES? Get the GS or IS

Roman... can you tell Lexus to make an AWD ES350 please.

Just picked up a certified pre-owned ‘19 ES-350. It has been an awesome vehicle so far

I got to say.. I love my 2017 Lexus. Even thought it only got 268 HP. But the Steering wheel just so lovely! Love the Steering wheel even thought only tiny space it's heated

Roman..you gave a verdict - fsport..but during the video ..you mentioned nthg much special about it over regular es apart from looks..does the extra 3k justify the looks? Also how would you compare it to 2019 avalon touring or xse?

Thanks for the review. We have a 2004 ES we bought new, now pushing 200K mileage wise and sound as a dollar. Love that car, but ants do have a way of getting in your pants. More horses, better economy? Sure. I might give up and see about a new one. Thanks for pointing out (perhaps) our next car purchase.

For the F Sport version they seem to have taken more or less the same approach as they did with the 2010 to 2012 LS Sport Edition. I love my 2011 SE, but I think they could have changed the engine tuning to up level the power by 10 percent at least since Lexus is notorious for engineering toward long term reliability and I am sure it has more potential. But then the GDI ight be louder!

Missing sunglass holder near the rearview mirror. No light in the center armrest box. Interior fiber optic ambience light like Mercedes E class or Camaro would have been nice.

Crazy you are complaining about the quietness of the Hybrid along with lack of power. Its a HYBRID for Christ sakes and people buy it for the comfort and excellent gas mileage, not for its 0-60 time!

Toyota’s eCVT used in their hybrids is totally different from other CVT, there is no belt or pulley at all.

I think the hybrid sounds perfect. That's what you want for every day driving. If you need the beans go rent them for $100/day if you need your runs.

Love me some Lexus but I want RWD..... Keeping my 2013 GS 350 Don't cancel the GS sedan Lexus !!!!!

Thanks for the pic today Roman at the Track testing the new Mercedes-Benz Nashville Tennessee. Don't ever forget CHICAGO👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Does this Lexus ES350 require premium fuel or is the hp rating good when using regular grade gas? ... AND... "Roman..you gave a verdict - fsport..but during the video ..you mentioned nthg much special about it over regular es apart from looks..does the extra 3k justify the looks? Also how would you compare it to 2019 avalon touring or xse?"

Would be great to hear about the ride, handling, infotainment system, noise, and seat comfort. Forget the wheels & looks, I can judge that myself. Perhaps you will do a review later that’s more comprehensive?

All 3 cars are good but the actual trim level and options will decide what the best car is unless you are really set on a hybrid and getting the best gas mileage. Get a loaded up Ultra Luxury trim with all of the options. The F-Sports provides no real performance improvements since the drivetrain is exactly the same as the standard ES-350.

Could you look at the toyota fj cruiser offroaf

"chiseled out of a brick" a good thing. Did you test voice commands? Plus all the extra money you retain from buying 87 octane and all the cabin space vs others brands can go toward non car discretionary income.

Would you buy ES or Tesla m3?

Is it true that the Hybrid has Automatic 8 speed transmission instead of the CVT? If it is it would Rev up and would be fun when you want a pull.

I have the ES and enjoy that it's quiet. The Avalon and this car share the same chassis which is a stretched Camry so has more room

What kind of Lexus competes with the Audi A6 or the bmw 5 series? I think it’s the es maybe I’m wrong

Does the es have the annoying hesitation the rx is plagued with?

There is so much more to cars than just being fast. The presenter is usually bias for fast European cars for some odd reason. European cars are nice, but often less reliable and more expensive to maintain than Lexus. Consumers purchase cars for different needs or values. Lexus cars give consumers a few good reasons for ownership including reliability, comfort, fuel efficiency, resale value, quality, etc. Some of these resaons along makes Lexus a solid competitor in the luxury car market. The Lexus ES is a well-rounded and solid luxury car. However, Lexus cars can use some improvements in exterior design and appeal or overall handling when compared to European cars.

Yes, it is coming to Germany, too!

Nice car I like it alot as I also like the new camry the ES sister car my only gripe about it is the fact that its a fwd with all that power. I would like to see Lexus maybe team up with subaru and use there awd system. Also I say it should also have a better exhaust system and more power on the F sport to compete with the germans.... But still a nice car however long live the GS class

An Es 350 is for someone who has a little money and wants something a little nicer than the average sedan. Overall, I think they’re great cars

Oh hell yeah..! I'll take the ES350 F sport. Have the price as LS460, think about that...and you will be a king on the road!

I wonder if the 8th generation ES will get a RWD verent. ES-350 = FWD. ES-400 =RWD.

Which one is more quite than other 350 Or 300 h ? Thank you for your wonderful report

Lexus es300h it’s so good for uber select in Los Angeles. You see it left and right can run for 250000 mile with out change break pads!!

Sorry Roman but you're wrong about Lexus Es owners wanting engine noise and road feel; for a fun car, I have a Corvette for that. I want the Lexus ES for luxury, comfort, not feel any bumps, smooth shifting, sunroof, and quiet engine. And now the 2019 gives what I wanted all along in a luxury sedan: Apple Carplay, nonboring styling and some performance 0-60 in 6.6 seconds.

I would go for the camry hybrid , and get everything right without the annoying touch pad

Good review, thanks! The music is too loud when you dont speak. Not a Problem, just saying.

Why does Toyota have different style and model in other country and not sold in the us?

So the Audi S-line and BMW M-sport (not M cars) packages offer more power, or are they also just appearance packages like the F-sport? If you're going to call out Lexus, then do the same with the Germans. Better yet, just refer to all of them for what they are: trim levels.

New GX please.

We don't get the ES 350 here in Belgium, because of the emission regulations. I'm sure many other eu countries don't get it either.

We Chinese don't have the v6 es350 trim since 2 Es generations ago.

I'd take the 300h If I want a fun fast car I'd get something other than a Lexus

Ok 👍 bud let me break it down for every human been on earth 🌍Lexus is a vip car why it’s made for smooth drive and comfort it’s an excellent exsctive people who love ❤️ comfort and quality rides and worries free ok that’s Lexus for you you want fast junk then go buy German junk or British junk too and fix everyday and live beside your mechanic garage ok Lexus IS ATRU VIP

The regular ES looks the best IMO. Really elegant lines and detailing. I had the original ES for 18 years and though it was too mushy a ride for me, it was a beautifully executed and incredibly reliable car. Not one single problem even after 250K kms.

Yes. F-sport with the Mark Levinson audio. That's all i needed.

In China there is ES200 2.0 4cylinder 160hp , ES250 2.5 4 cylinder 200 hp .. and hybrid ...

I like the hybrid version.

In Europe we only get one engine option 2.5 hybrid. There no v6 petrol.

So 33mpg combined on the non hybrids with a V6? I would say you would have to be doing 80-90 percent highway to get that.

Nothing like Toyota,Lexus,Nissan and Infiniti products, very comfortable vehicles.

It’s like a Citroën C6, if you could understand that car’s concept, you should understand this as well. Only difference is, ES evolved much better than C6

I still think that the GS is much nicer and a better buy than the ES. I hope this car doesn’t replace it...

I'd take an F Sport for the blue color alone, it's just gorgeous. Also I'd say this competes more with Acura, Infiniti (to an extent), Buick, and Lincoln than any of the German brands.

hybrid one， so beautiful

How about a 2019 Toyota Avalon ?

When he said “cojones” it really made me cackle... 😂 #growinguppuertorican

Sporty front drive?? I don't think so.

The F Sport should have turbos and AWD.

Lexus does most things good except for the power. I don’t know why they always lack in that area.

A front wheel drive F sport dont make any sense add all wheel drive over 300 hp then will it make sense nice car

Even if it has the f sport it's not meant to be sporty That is the IS and GS territory

I knew you would choose the f sport from the very beginning, you will never choose the hybrid especially with a cvt

Good car

Nathan did it better, why doesn’t Nathan do it anymore I missed that.

I hate how lexus doesnt offer v8s in their sedans like bmw and mercedes audi etc

I went for the hybrid for the very reason you state, just moving down the highway quietly and without fuss. The Mark Levinson stereo is the star, as it were. Not the best, but pretty good for stock.

Greeting from China

Awd?

Casually driving down a flat road but still says its too quiet? Get on the freeway

I hate the ES! It's the reason why the GS might go!

In europe hybrid only

Power trunk in a sedan.. but no Rear heated seats.. Wtf

Why does every car have sunroofs? I hate sunroofs!

"Lexus needs to add more than just appearance to the F Sport to compete with teh Germans!!!" "The F Sport is just an appearance package similar to Audi S Line..." Auto journalists are stupid... BMW M package is also just an appearance package just like F sport!!!

Well thats what people do in ES Bro ;)

12:03 it's still fake like benz

even a civic don't get 33mpg combined.

*NO REPLACEMENT FOR LEXUS GS!*