2024 Lexus ES300h Review: Why you should pick this over a Mercedes E-Class! | UpShift

Us Indians heavily rely on the classic German trio for our luxurious needs! But what if you are over the Germans and want something unique & more simple? Look no further than the Lexus ES300h! Powered a 2.5L NA I4 and a electric motor, the ES300h is the definition of smooth! Moreover, Lexus has focused on all of the right things in terms of luxury! Want to know what those are? Watch the video to find out!
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[@ducatimultistradav4850]

The class and presence of a sedan is just unmatched when compared to SUVs 😍

[@shahangilani]

Absolutely 💯 That’s why my favourite car of all time is a sedan

[@bradcolby3624]

We have a 22 ES 350 F Sport and absolutely love it. The V6 is smooth and quick. Reliability is beyond perfection.

[@utuberme1]

is it FWD or RWD?

[@bradcolby3624]

@@utuberme1 front drive

[@tanmaygupta9605]

Atleast clean the dash before filming Also the little to no contrast of the background with rocks isn’t justifying the way you are praising the color

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Lol looks like he was driving with the windows down. Trying to save some gas maybe. it is a really nice car for real though. I'm looking to get one this year. Also we don't get the rear seat controls in America

[@SohamSaraf]

@@JamaicanMeCrazysave some gas? What? No. The dust came because we were filming the interior with the doors open in that dusty spot. Save some fuel? That's one of the stupidest assumptions I have ever read by far 😂.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

@@SohamSaraf way to insult your viewer. What's even more stupid is filming a dirty dash board. It was also pretty stupid to drive in a dusty area with the windows down if you know your gonna film. Obviously I know you're not trying to save gas.

[@SohamSaraf]

@@JamaicanMeCrazy again. I'm not sure how you are assuming we drove windows down 😂. Not trying to insult anyone but the idiotic assumptions we get on the channel nowadays is insane. Apologies for the little aggressive comment 😂

[@manisidhu3855]

@@SohamSaraf😂😂

[@nikunjtejwani4264]

Hey man lovely video from start to end with good music. I like your style/tone of communicating and educating. Lexus ES has always been my ultimate dream car, well since we don’t get IS in India. Coming from a Mercedes Ml350 and Skoda, I really like the old charm of a Lexus and I believe it beats all manufacturers In its aesthetic/mood focusing on building timeless cars. I dig its exterior styling too which might be misunderstood by many. Although I’m primarily talking about the ES and Lexus’s sedans and not its Suvs. They’re still sticking with wood trims and touches which is a big win imo and you brought up a great point that others are doing carbon fibre and piano black plastic gimmicks. I believe this is where they are actually putting the money and that’s why their cars lasts forever. I don’t mind the lower power train either since this is meant to be driven on Indian roads and not Autobahn. 215bhp is sufficient imo. All in all keep bringing these videos man, ill subscribe!

[@pankajnaik2708]

Owning E Class 2023 , as you said , it’s just status symbol . I would always , prefer next car Lexus

[@adesojiadeyeye423]

Excellent and straight-to-the-point review! That's a really good video.

[@paulwatson4574]

Lexus all the way for me , Benz are overpriced overrated and will always have you spending your hard earned money without a cause.

[@theark.123]

Ride quality is special. At braking and at sharp turns there is something magical about this car - the passengers barely experience a body roll - which makes for such a dignified drive even at higher speeds. And even driving it at 180kmph feels buttery smooth - genuine user !

[@farhanaliborker]

I so much agree with you that My Merc Benz Squeaks and Rattles like crazy even after having spent over a crore on it

[@avnishvishwakarma6074]

Also fake vents, fake exhaust surrounds, fake wood in the interior, fake air intakes

[@dikshantjain7974]

It's more of a reliable kind. Lexus has'nt been able to make it reputation of that luxe kind but the cars they sell are gooooooooooooooooddddddddddd

[@sb5224]

May be not in India but here in the US they are quite comfortably a premium luxury brand.

[@VikramSingh-fw8hb]

I think it falls a little flat when it comes to bells and whistles on the interior. There’s a reason why the big 3 dominate the market. Continuous innovation while Lexus has remained somewhat standardised.

[@sb5224]

@@VikramSingh-fw8hb I agree with you on bland and somewhat dated interiors. But, in the US, Lexus ES is the most selling luxury sedan and unlike BMW almost barely depreciates over 5 years. I could get a certified pre owned 3 year old BMW for 60% discount whereas Lexus barely loses 20% of its value within the same time.

[@sb5224]

@@VikramSingh-fw8hb I would say that the Germans are marketed towards people who lease for 3 years and then move on to another vehicle. Whereas, Lexus’ target demography is people who own the luxury vehicle for 7-10 years. So, the priorities in product design are very different.

[@omkarpawar5451]

Lexus hands down! Although I prefer the interior on the 2013-2018 ES generation. It has a much classier interior. Less techy yet elegant. Rides like a charm as always. Lexus it is for reliability and luxury

[@sounakchattopadhyay7203]

Nice review!

[@hemanthAcharya-ms2qn]

all good but why shot in such a dusty location also in such a bright sunlight? in few close up shots we can see dust gushing with the breeze.

[@vpn741]

Because Lexus doesn't Fear😉

[@gantongangsta3735]

Reliability is a luxury. Not having to worry about the car getting problem is a luxury. Not having to waste time getting the car fixed is a luxury. Having long lasting components is a luxury. I'd take the Lexus any time. Another important thing to note is that Lexus sedans have great visibility for shorter people while European sedans are more suitable for taller drivers.

[@StanDaManReviews]

I have the Lexus IS 300h and I have to agree , this is an amazing vehicle. You need to also talk about the stellar reliability and resale value which the germans can never match. It's an absolutely lovely car.

[@inbarasansamidurai7974]

Lexus is Legendary. Nothing else comes close.

[@sumithsureshrollno5799]

Hey bro what you think about new audi a6 ,for a long term ownership, because it's comes with tiguan 's engine, and also it doesn't comes with any kind of complicated mechanical or electric systems, I think after the warranty period, we can use tiguan's and Skoda cars parts for repairs...

[@StartreckTu]

A6 using Tiguam engine? Are u sure.

[@vishweshswaminadhan4337]

Audi has got a very sticky trackford when it comes to reliability.

[@praveenhegde8107]

Electricals and the DSG will strip you to your birth suite😂

[@paulwatson4574]

Lexus is a better choice any day over the Benz .

[@guiu2412]

🇧🇷 Gosto muito da apresentação dos indianos sobre carros. Um abraço. Falo do Brasil. 🇧🇷

[@luhez]

@ 3:01 can you please clean the interior before filming?

[@prasannadhopate8513]

And BTW what’s wrong with Camry hybrid? It is one of the most underrated of all Luxury cars available in India. It is way better that all the Germans in the same price bracket. To top it off it gives 18-20 kmph mileage!

[@bhupathirajuramakrishnamra2784]

What is the ground clearance of the vehicle in mm

[@MrVenkat86]

155 mm - I have one !

[@HiddenWen]

I love the comments referring to it as a camry. They share the same platform, and that's it. Lexus ups the looks, the interior trim, and the driving experience to a more refined level. Based off of this logic, the Urus, Cayenne, Q5, Bentyaga are all just reskinned VW Touareg.

[@ARNOLD_289]

They share the same engine too..

[@HiddenWen]

And that's fine too, many VAG vehicles do too. Rolls Royce also share engines with BMW, even though it costs like 10x more than any BMW.@@ARNOLD_289

[@sb5224]

I don't think that people realize that sharing the same engine as Toyota cars is a compliment. In the US, Lexus engines are called bullet proof and easily drive over 300K miles without any major issues. Where as germans start giving trouble after 100k miles.

[@analogsound]

You didn’t even mention the Mark Levinson car entertainment system in it? 😮

[@theark.123]

Mark Levinson speakers in this car are above average but dont come close to the S90's Bowers and Wilkins excellent sound nor the E class's Burmeisters !

[@rakeshshah6772]

Traditionally Lexus has had tremendous showroom appeal but not scored in driver appeal. The ride may be quiet and smooth but no character in driving which the more powerful BMW will offer in abundance. The powerful BMWs are solid where they feel the cabin has been carved around a rock. I would never give up my German Teutonic fun machine

[@JuanMarkk]

Please give a review about the speaker system as well

[@thotaabhinav]

Is this the new facelift or just 2024 made

[@theark.123]

It is the 2023 facelift where the road clearance was raised 10mm ; the trackpad and CD player were removed ; included wireless CarPlay and Android Auto.

[@ProfitSnipper]

On road Price

[@m_viridian]

My cousin bought this and after using it for almost a couple of years now, he just said that it's the most luxurious and reliable car when compared to others in that price category. He's really not interested in performance, so yeah, I think it comes down to personal choice as well, but irrespective of the choices, reliability can't be overlooked. I personally prefer BMW.

[@krtkks]

Lexus is love

[@sairamborra]

Using Lexus from last 12 years nothing can match in terms of reliability, luxury and durability

[@superchiller123chill]

Im planning on selling my 530i and getting this one. I want a car that i can used daily not a showpiece glass cannon

[@rabihavi8062]

whats about Mark Levinson Hifi? its not worth to talk about?

[@heythere7528]

Love the comment "An A4 is a Jetta"

[@chandanpandey249]

Buy this year ❤

[@premjitc]

Do I see a Junior Shirish Chandran in the making here…. For an auto journo, that should be a massive compliment …

[@6099rahul]

Cvt? Ayein?

[@arjunbhargava3190]

It ain't a enthusiast car .

[@MegaWhateverwhenever]

After 120km you feel the shakes in the front wheels.. it’s a Camry on steroids … I own a nx350f

[@varunchitkara1310]

Lexus design 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@kostinarain7373]

Yup 100%

[@tanmaygupta8749]

i have both a 2022 es300h and a 2023 e class. ill definetly choose the e class in every aspect. luxury opulence comfort driving feel

[@parthasarathy5222]

What is the service cost of your lexus vs merc What are the brake pads cost

[@MrVenkat86]

@@parthasarathy5222 - Lexus annual maintenance is around 18,000 rs.

[@parthasarathy5222]

@@MrVenkat86 lexus maintenance seems very less i heard fortuner costs upwards of 20k

[@MrVenkat86]

@@parthasarathy5222 Mine just had its service and not much of wear & tear. But the build is solid !!

[@parthasarathy5222]

@@MrVenkat86 how much will ur merc cost for services

[@ITZerotoOne]

It is a Front wheel drive that alone takes it out of competition with Germans. The only reason to you buy Lexus is because of Reliablity( Read as Resale, as I find germans pretty reliable).

[@darkknighthacker07]

The 'L' in Lexus definitely stands for Luxury!

[@floppybananaboi5458]

This or the Volvo s90?

[@lets.summarize]

Volvo s90, obviously!

[@floppybananaboi5458]

My man!@@lets.summarize

[@engineerss7724]

Lexus

[@sb5224]

Volvos have fallen in reliability. JD power index ranks Lexus as #1 where as Volvos are ranked at #26.

[@theark.123]

If you are a music lover go for S90 - the best sound in the market (B&W) ; if you want a silent cabin with a mileage of 20kmph with barely any body roll - the choice is clear - the ES300h

[@aayushbhingare2279]

Pls. Do one review of the Lx500d

[@roxys999]

7:30 'but this isn't the place where you want to be' sitting in the ES300'.... uhh yeah it is

[@drakeignis4322]

Why would you want to sit in the front seat?

[@bikramboro3897]

I need a dealer in my city please 🙏🏽 @lexus Guwahati

[@eldridism]

Shame they did away with the GS. That was a much better car IMHO especially the GS450H that thing can outrun a porsche while doing luxury really well. Dont get me wrong the ES is a good luxury barge but its too wafty.

[@varunchitkara1310]

Lexus ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ never ending

[@amyvong4406]

Your English spoke not clear, speak slow down will help people understand what you say.

[@anujtohani4389]

When i make this kind of money, I'll also prefer a luxurious toyota over a powerful German

[@sb5224]

I don't think that people realize that sharing the same engine as Toyota cars is a compliment. In the US, Lexus engines are called bullet proof and easily drive over 300K miles without any major issues. Where as germans start giving major engine trouble after 100k miles.

[@makesense2931]

Mercedes squeaks and rattles??

[@varuntammewar6582]

yeah the centre console sadly does that even in modern mercs except the s class and maybachs gls etc

[@FredericFreedom]

Yesssss

[@Guacamole2306]

Good car if you want it to last forever and safe

[@itspraveensharma]

As hybrid cars are gona get tax cuts down to 12% from 42% ...this car is going to be so much value for money now...

[@dhankibaat649]

I really hope that happens

[@akshaibhagyanath2483]

Adas ?

[@raghvendrarai4681]

Bhai dubai men uber men atti h yrrr yeee

[@TheDriversHub]

Dubai mai S-Class bhi Uber aati hai

[@sb5224]

@@TheDriversHub People in India still have to grasp the concept of leasing and devastating depreciation of luxury cars after 3 year lease ends.

[@theark.123]

@@TheDriversHubUS me tho Teslas bhi taxicabs hain !

[@VR-tw3ek]

If i buy it i will get rid of that spoiler first

[@melluzi]

There are versions in the US without that spoiler, doesn't really look good. Besides it really does improve aerodynamics somehow.

[@BDESAI777]

All said and done, mercedes in not a car its a statement

[@infinitytuting5022]

You didn’t mention this is a sponsored video. Pretty evident when you downplay underpowered engines

[@indiatechnewscom]

Thank you for hosting a show that's speaking from a personal perspective rather than fully scripted like autocar

[@avdp9095]

Lexus is far, far, far better build quality and fit and finish than Mercedes....

[@cp3190]

Over the new E ? No.

[@jithinvijayan7934]

Not cleaned

[@gypsyking4234]

What you're proposing here is laughable. Lexus ES is just a jazzed up Camry and no way it compares with either the E class or the 5 series. This car is cross shopped with Acura TLX, Buick LA Crosse or Infinity QX50. I have driven this car and currently own a 535i Xdrive, this car handles like boat and does not have the handling chops of the Germans. Yes the interiors are nice but it's a middle of the road grocery getter with an underwhelming power train, an average wanna be luxo cruiser.

[@saurabhsinha4782]

It shouldn't be CBU, then it can compete with germans

[@nitinkapoor4752]

Japanese ‘manufacturing’ is unparalleled ie whatever they produce on mass scale is solid and works without trouble for a long long time. They are better than Germans. But German ‘engineering’ is unparalleled ie they know what and how to make…be in Internal Combustion Engine or ABS(anti-skid braking system )… so while Germans invent these it’s the Japanese who can produce 50 million of these with high quality. In the end there is no comparison of the E-Class Mercedes and what it does(both in comfort and safety)… but they do breakdown more often … Toyota/Lexus will not breakdown as often but in a high speed crash I would rather be in an e-class merc than a Toyota. (The difference is subtle and marginal but real…I am comparing Germans and Japanese .. both giants … both have their own unique strengths). Also, ask anyone…if money is not a concern they would any day buy a German sedan!

[@HaradhanKerani]

German cars are high torque........fast, that's all

[@melluzi]

It's a no brainer, if compared to Germans these days. G60 is the ugliest 5th series ever, E-Klass has poor sound insulation and the most uncomfortable seats of all listed. Audi has all the same sw bugs as any other VAG product and although they are covered by warranty, it gets very annoying after some time. Even S90 beats those three, also having equally great seats as E300h. Yet there is nothing better than the E300h for a proper road trip. Not to mention maintenance and fuel expenses which may not be the key aspect when buying a car of this class but it's still cool to spend less than for a Golf.

[@nithinsenthilkumar9954]

m340i over es300h anyday (considering both luxury and performance)

[@mks1702]

The m340i is not a daily driver on Indian roads. It’s ground clearance is too low and it crashes through bumps due to its stiff suspension. The e class or this Lexus can easily cope with daily commutes

[@nithinsenthilkumar9954]

Its preferences dude. If you are in your 20s you'll probably choose m340i, if youre in your 40s then es500h @@mks1702

[@PaulBateman69]

Why would spend e class money on a camry

[@FredericFreedom]

🙄

[@sb5224]

Audi is Volkswagen. Jaguar and Range rovers are Tata. Volvo is Geely. What's your point?

[@chase.2595]

toyota

[@user-tl1sb5ly5g]

Rattling sounds in Mercedes? Clearly this guy does not own or knows very little about Mercedes E class. Just look at the Latest gen E class and BMW 5 series. Lexus stands nowhere. Only Lexus i like is GX 550. Awesome vehicle ...

[@SohamSaraf]

I have driven leaps and bounds more cars than you. Mercedes interiors rattle. The centre console, trim pieces, all after sometime, rattle. If some English or American host would have said it, you would immediately be convinced.

[@user-tl1sb5ly5g]

hahah you are so thin skinned. Take it easy. Don't make vids if you can't take criticism. So naive of you. @@SohamSaraf

[@shariqueylakhani]

Camry!

[@sb5224]

Audi is Volkswagen. Jaguar and Range rovers are Tata. What's your point?

[@shariqueylakhani]

@@sb5224 My point is that it’s a Glorified Camry/Avalon. I’ve driven one extensively in Dubai, for years, the engine the underpinnings, the ride quality, everything is the same. The interior is slightly better but that’s about it, that’s why you have ES350s doing Uber and Careem duties in Dxb. I’m talking from experience son, not just making random comments on the internet. That’s my point.

[@shariqueylakhani]

@@sb5224 Brand Ownership and Car Rebadging are 2 completely different things… have you owned a Camry or a Lexus before? I have… owned both… hence the comment son…

[@sb5224]

@@shariqueylakhani Well, I drive Lexus LS 500 and have owned S class in the past. LS is definitely a more comfortable and luxurious ride over S class any given day. Lexus engines don’t give you that power because they are by design naturally aspirated vs forced injection in German engines. This is also the reason they last 5 times longer and are more reliable than Germans. Why do you assume that I don’t own these cars? Or do you believe you are the only successful person watching these videos.lol

[@shariqueylakhani]

@@sb5224 I’d still take the S over the Ls any day bro…. My point is that the ES is let down by an average underpowered engine…. You pay the premium for having better interiors and nothing much more…. Not that I hate Toyota. I actually bought a crysta for my mother and honest to god it’s the best money we’ve spent on a car I feel. Would love to catch up for a spin if you’re in Mumbai … I currently drive a 530 diesel and I’d honestly say any Toyota would definitely be more reliable than any German car hands down…. But when you buy an ES … you’re paying 30 lakhs more onroad for something that’ll drive like a Camry and definitely feel like it… cheers

[@dhaya2225]

TUNE the ES!

[@alburaq3290]

4 cylinders for this price 😢

[@aldrinpabraham6932]

What price ?

[@alburaq3290]

@@aldrinpabraham6932 Around 80 lakh

[@tiramisumouse5582]

"Oooh it's a speuced up camry" strikes again 2:40

[@cool-j7148]

Sorry but this car is no match for an E-Class, it’s a good car especially since it’s a Lexus but that’s all there’s to it…

[@SNEHDENCARDOSO]

The grill is ugly

[@RizkiAlwi-cz1rr]

How tax man

[@BullRides]

Ohh it just a hyped up camry

[@FredericFreedom]

🙄

[@FredericFreedom]

What an idiotic comment

[@csstudent-W8]

youtuber ka kaam hai gyan 14dna aap log apnna pesa brand value pe lgaye

[@sudhikrishna2655]

Any day anywhere it’s MERCEDES

[@rahul4288]

Its basically a Camry.

[@prasaddlegend]

Interior Design isnt appealing....looks outdated🫤

[@csstudent-W8]

german engineering wow , german realiablity dont ask for it

[@bazibarai5796]

toyota camry 😅

[@iamfather2810]

Everything better than BMW and BENZ, only the engine like a shit

[@sb5224]

I don't think that people realize that sharing the same engine as Toyota cars is a compliment. In the US, Lexus engines are called bullet proof and easily drive over 300K miles without any major issues. Where as germans start giving trouble after 100k miles.

[@andrejmat1]

Poor mentality in a...very poor country.sad😢

[@siddharthprashar5787]

Mercedes’ interiors rattle ?! Biased much against the German Trio ?!😂

[@burnttoast9890]

Mercedes is famous for the "interior rattles" , a small search would have cleared your ignorance.

[@amnsbharath]

Why wud anyone buy a Toyota for that price 😢

[@sb5224]

Audi is Volkswagen. Jaguar and Range rovers are Tata. Volvo is Geely. What's your point? don't think you realize that sharing the same engine as Toyota cars is a compliment. In the US, Lexus engines are called bullet proof and easily drive over 300K miles without any major issues. Where as germans start giving trouble after 100k miles.

[@roguenation8407]

I own a gla in Mercedes for almost 9 years and I recommended my cousin to buy a Lexus es300 h 1 year back … so coming to a point Mercedes is the pioneer in automobile industry and they first created automobile by Karl Benz who is the father of automobile you can’t just down grade the Mercedes and tell good about Lexus .. it’s not fair .. yes there are few good things in Lexus like wise there are more good things in merc Benz than in Lexus compare plus and minus don’t degrade the brands thts not a positive way to do a review … there are few cities in world were they only Mercedes Benz cars Iam sure they are not fools and yes Iam able to find some quality downfalls in the present 2022 -2024 Mercedes Benz cars Iam dam sure they will make it proper in coming days and be king of luxury cars once again mean while as per my personal review bmw clearly heads the Indian market with their new ranges of x1 and other cars from bmw mean while I wish Jaguar and Audi puts up a good fight with their new launches ..

[@sb5224]

History does not translate into quality. Mercedes knows they can over charge and sell high margin vehicles without putting in efforts for engine reliability. Mercedes or BMW are not fools because they know foolish consumers will overpay for styling and driving thrill over reliability and low cost maintenance.

[@roguenation8407]

@@sb5224 I have seen many European countries using Mercedes Benz cars and there is particularly a city which uses only Mercedes Benz in their whole city I hope they are not fools

[@sb5224]

@@roguenation8407 I mean Italians use Alfa Romeo and Maserati. But JD power index doesn’t even rank them because they don’t even score average on reliability tests. Some might not value built quality over style

[@roguenation8407]

@@sb5224 I have been 3 days back to Italy I could see many v class and many leaders do you only Mercedes so I guess u need to rethink before you say about the brand If u are from India it’s very clear tht our prime minister Modi and the president use Mercedes Benz ..

[@sb5224]

@@roguenation8407 Indian Prime minister uses Range rovers. His entire fleet is comprised of them. US President’s fleet uses Cadillacs which are American equivalent of Mahindra and Tata. I still don’t get your point and how that translates into better cars?

[@adedejiogunmuyiwa7548]

Paid review

[@Dashamuulam]

Now way someone gonna choose a toyota camry over an E class. If you can spend 1 crore on a car you can also spend for its maintenance. Lexus and toyota is still in 2015.

[@M_N999]

It's a rebadge Toyota that's all .. and boring to drive .. no fun at all ...

[@user-ne7iw3iv9c]

Bruv this looks like plastic from inside .

[@sauravrath7881]

This is literally the same as a Toyota Camry...just 20-30 LAKHS more expensive for nothing. Get a Camry instead 😂

[@TAKASHI2010SAM]

MAYBE SAVE 20 LKAH AND GET CAMERY ?

[@lakshya7873]

camry and lexus es is diff

[@nasimzaidi8050]

YOU SHOULD AT LEAST WASH THIS CAR BEFORE SHOOTING THIE VIDEO , I HAVE THE SAME CAR SAME VARIANT ULTRA LUXURY, I AM FEELING PRETTY BAD AND SAD THAT HOW YOU ARE DESCRIBING THIS CAR EVERYTHING YOU MENTION IS TRUE EXCEPT THE BAD TASTE NOT WASHING THIS BEAUTIFUL LUXURY CAR. I GIVE YOU 4 OUT OF 10 ON THIS VIDEO . I HOPE WHEREVER YOU WILL SHOOT NEXT VEDIO PLEASE FOLLOW MY RECOMMENDATION YOU WILL BE FINE. NASIM ZAIDI FROM. SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA.