Is The 2020 Lexus ES 300h The Perfect Solution If You're Not Quite Ready To Jump Into An EV?

( duckco.com/tfl-store ) Check out TFL's new apparel store now! For those who aren't quite ready to make the plunge toward EVs - whether that's because of price, charging times or infrastructure, or just personal preferences - hybrids have long offered a promising compromise. But is the 2020 Lexus ES 300h the best solution of the bunch? Nathan takes you around the latest ES Hybrid model in this review.
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[@anisurrchoudhury8430]

One of the best reliable car in the market, and I am a proud owner of Lexus ES300h...♥️

[@MrWTFish]

Is it better than a bmw hybrid?

[@insayn7995]

It’s better than a EV in every way possible

[@thwong37]

Hi Nathan, I hope your foot is getting better; I'm happy to see you back making more videos. Nathan, Roman and Andre the Original TFL Crew,; be nice to see you 3 together again, and I am looking forward to seeing you back on the trails. Tommy is good off road, but Nathan will always be the best at putting the power down up those trails. Much love Tommy NJ

[@R.Nelson]

Happy Labour Day Nathan!!...and to all staff who work at TFL!!💙😃 Enjoy the day

[@TFLnow]

Happy Labor Day to you as well!

[@autonewstv86]

*The best no BS car reviewer on KZbin. I'm not really interested in this car, heck i'm not even really in the market for a car, but I watch every episode to see the attention to detail, passion, and commentary.*

[@kristians2704]

Very much disagree! The people at TFL don't know anything about cars. Doug Demuro, Carwow, TheStraightPipes, Redline Reviews are all better.

[@TheWarpYoshimitsu]

Savagegeese?

[@killingtime8612]

Dude, what are you talking about?

[@SergCarReviews]

I’m not doing a plug here but I’ve recently started reviewing cars and just done one for the ES. Would love to hear your guys views 😄

[@googoo-gjoob]

@@TheWarpYoshimitsu , somebody peed in his wheaties. sourpuss alll the time.

[@LukeEdward]

I always SPECIFICALLY appreciate your reviews, Nathan.

[@Dan.Maxim1]

He should’ve talked more about how reliable they are. They hardly go wrong or breakdown. This factor alone is a game changer if you don’t want to spend your time in garages. Once you drive them for a while you start appreciating how different they look from other cars.

[@dp87479]

What about having to replace the hybrid battery? How long do you think you could go with the standard one?

[@Dan.Maxim1]

@@dp87479 this man kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3uuo3uBgrudfdU says in one of his videos that some Lexuses might need a battery change after 12 years of use, bear in mind that’s probably an old model so I reckon being a Lexus they only get better on newer models and offer genuine value. They’re also famous for offering the best maintenance packages in the market so I wouldn’t worry about batteries at all.

[@pn2543]

Had the 2013 ES300H, miss it, miss the quiet ride and great stereo and 45mpg, but dont miss banging my head getting in. They got so much flak for the haptic mouse thingy but it worked pretty good, kind of like the Thinkpad eraser mouse, not sure the touchpad is an improvement. The analog clock was a classy touch and wish they had kept that. Hope this has all-speed adaptive cruise and rear cross traffic alert.

[@thtupid]

I just wish you can get the ES with the highlander drive train (and in Australia too) with 180kw total system output and the eAWD. Then the ES will be absolutely perfect.

[@SergCarReviews]

Yeh here in Australia we have the smallest model range and it’s rather annoying 😂 I just reviewed the ES though and absolutely love driving it

[@royalpools]

Great review Thank You ! If you had to choose between this or the Hyundai palisade fully loaded, which one would be your personal favorite?

[@miguelircontar]

I always loved the ES

[@SergCarReviews]

I just reviewed one and absolutely loved it! They’re soo good 😄

[@lanceripplinger8352]

I like Nathan's honest, straight forward reviews. The Lexus is a very nice looking car.

[@davidyule1973]

I got a new one a couple of weeks ago and my first tank of gas did 530 miles. For a new engine aswell very good. Coming from performance vehicles clearly a driving difference, but this goes okay and ultra comfortable. I went for the f sport trim with the hybrid engine and can throw it into a bend. Can't floor it our of the corner but still, there is fun to be had :)

[@RichPLive]

How is the acceleration?

[@ronaldcampbell17]

I have a 2013 ES300h with 176k miles. I would buy it’s again and again and again. If Lexus came out with a Prime variant then I could step up.

[@josechimal1358]

Any major issues with it? I'm thinking in buying the 2021.

[@ronaldcampbell17]

@@josechimal1358 Zero. We bought a 2021 ES 300h to replace our BMW, and we couldn’t be happier. We wish we had known about the touch screen on the 2022, but that’s life.

[@josechimal1358]

@@ronaldcampbell17 I actually have a 3 series bmw that has been a very good car after 20k miles. Yet I'm thinking in getting the 5 series or the Lexus es 300h. Yet I have to admit I prefer the looks of the 5 series bmw.

[@ronaldcampbell17]

@@josechimal1358 we had a 2011 3 series and it was turning it constant maintenance.

[@davidlusk4350]

Looking at ES330vs new camry/Avalon. The engine and warranty,along with sound insulation is what has me interested. My 2017 Camry Xie has 108k on The odo and has been absolutely bullet proof. I get on average 37 mpg 450 to 500 miles is whati get usually per tank if dc traffic is nice. and still sounds likenew. Great review Nathan as always.

[@normt430]

Must be older tech as my 2018 CT6 plug-in with 2.0T sees 40 mpg in the city when the 40 miles on battery is used up.

[@davidlusk4350]

@@normt430 lol well gasser vs hybrid, yours will win all day. Mine is 2017 so probably engineered in 2012 or 13 released in 2015.

[@chameleonphoenix5956]

Lexus gave me one while I was having recall stuff done, it was incredible as far as luxury, ride and technology, but I was so glad to get back into my gen2 is350. The car was absolutely beautiful a pleasure to drive, but I'm a performance guy, and my IS has plenty of luxury and would eat the lunch of the loaner they gave me, but bottom line is Lexus is in my opinion one of the best cars on the road. Lexus owners know it's in its own class 😉 Best car I've ever owned 👌

[@SergCarReviews]

Much agreed! I just reviewed the ES and I’m a sucker for comfort but the IS350 is just something else 😄

[@toddgersh]

Just had one for the day when I took my GX in for service. ES is great car

[@dygardion9130]

I believe the range My 2020 Camry hybrid goes 500-550

[@Kevin27182]

I can always trust Nathan's reviews

[@mrsj1417]

I own this car and while it's not perfect, it's a really nice package. Ridiculously quiet. Ridiculously good gas mileage (if I'm driving around town i regularly get over 50 mpgs). Better handling and better ride than the ES before it (think 75% of a Honda Accord but much quieter and much better suspension). The stereo in mine, which is not ML, is HORRENDOUS for a Dodge Dart, much less a Lexus (completely front biased and even at that, the sound coming out is awful even with CDs etc.). They lowered the roof to make it look like a coupe, like virtually everyone is trying with their sedans to save them, but they should've left it alone. As for the inevitable "I'd just buy the Camry or Corolla hybrid", they are NOT the same and all you have to do is drive them to see. And if you think the Lexus grille is hideous (which frankly I do), there is NO way I'd go NEAR an Avalon with that ridiculous grille and even more hideous tablet stuck on a slide on the inside. Now THAT is a deal-breaker.

[@SergCarReviews]

I actually done a review on the 2015 vs 2021 and I have to say it’s chalk and cheese in terms of drive but you are right with the head room in the back almost completely gone to rear should’ve been a little bit taller to accommodate taller people. And every Lexus I’ve ever sat in always has a front bias on speakers even with ML.

[@Navrajize]

Very Nice!! 🔥

[@leonatardodicaprio]

Hi guys, can someone comment on sport mode and sport mode plus? Can it satisfy some sporty need in this car? I am taking es300h fsport into consideration and can't find any review on sport mode

[@adaniodebaz8657]

I own one but 2016 I love it 😀 great review Nathan

[@SergCarReviews]

I actually just done a review on the 2015 versus 2021 if you want to check it out :-) I went a bit hard on the previous generation but let me know your thoughts :)

[@DoLus88]

Can you put 20 inches rims on this ES300h or 19 inches are the top?

[@MrScotty247]

Looking at picking up one of these on the used market. Don't think you can find a better commuter/road-trip vehicle.

[@chameleonphoenix5956]

Go drive an IS before you buy one, trust me 😉 They have the luxury, and they're fast as sh*t, especially gen2 😊

[@SergCarReviews]

@@chameleonphoenix5956 Agreed but as a commuter and road trip car the ES is probably the better choice. Just be wary the sloping lines make for a rather small head room in the back 👍 Good luck! PS I’ve done a review on this as well if you’re looking for more thoughts!

[@chameleonphoenix5956]

@@SergCarReviews I completely agree with you on the head room, it's a tight back seat and more like a cockpit in the front. While I had the ES I did do some long drives in it for family and if I could afford it I'd have both, it was definitely plush and so comfortable. The only thing that turned me off was it was a hybrid, no real get up and go, but fuel economy was unbelievable, and the damn thing drove itself hahaha 😂, thanks for the comments, be safe on your commutes brother 😉🤘

[@SergCarReviews]

@@chameleonphoenix5956 Haha so true, the ES for weekdays and the IS for weekends :P Catch up soon!

[@Gmayneful]

I don’t understand why you kept comparing it to the Camry...how could u forget the Avalon 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Lexrolla-1]

Because unfortunately the Avalon as nice as it is ..is just that. Forgettable

[@Gmayneful]

OdysseyMe29 lol no, I’m talking size wise. There’s no reason to be comparing the two not even the same class.

[@Lexrolla-1]

@@Gmayneful correct me if I'm wrong...but the es has been camry based since its inception?

[@KAWTELENUH]

@@Lexrolla-1 powertrain wise they are both the same. Chassis wise i think camry but not sure

[@mrsj1417]

@@Lexrolla-1 The new ES is based on their new TNGA platform that they'll all eventually share. The previous ES was based on the Avalon, not the Camry (increase in size, wheelbase, etc.).

[@WW-wf8tu]

Good stuff Nathan. You tick off all the major points in my book. Impressive MPG #'s. Not the prettiest car today in my book. Even tho I have driven Lexus and enjoy their comfort, style has never impressed me much. Keep up the good work.

[@SergCarReviews]

I actually just done a review on the 2015 vs the 2021 and I think they’ve come a long way! Probably not as pretty as some others but much better than what they used to be 😄

[@psewgobind]

Can it do 1:08 around IMA racetrack? Real driving aside, at sea level the ES350 is the better pick vs hybrid since that 6 cylinder needs very little to putter around town.

[@mrsj1417]

It's amazing how people just completely make up their own facts. The MPG for the V6 in the city is 22; for the hybrid it's 43. That's DOUBLE. You're entitled to your own opinions but not your own facts; what you said is simply not true.

[@psewgobind]

@@mrsj1417 It's true. I drive Lexus for a living. If driver is able, you can get Hybrid like consumption from those NA engine. Same with Toyota and Honda engine. Human can do a better job at keeping the momentum going while hybrid will put it back into the battery, which in some cases is less efficient since coasting with injector shut-off is more desirable. I can't fault the TFL followers, since most are not as experience as me (assuming non 4x4 stuff).

[@ItzCyCy]

Intro music link?

[@brandonbelgin4179]

How about a blaze update!

[@chivse7064]

Hello sir I wouldn’t like hybrid. And LX570 has new models in this year or sir ? Thanks Best regards

[@Alviniscute]

the LX is the same as it was last year, maybe a few interior upgrades but the exterior is the same

[@chivse7064]

Alviniscute Hi sir About Rx350L and highlander platinum which one is the best one please show and compare . Thanks Thanks Best regards ChivSe

[@jbrock98]

I actually love the volume/tune knob. Great having two separate functions

[@Lorimbc]

2020, 2021, 2022, or 2023 which is better ? Premium gas or regular?

[@theHerathrig]

does the hybrid model drive sluggish like a toyota avalon?

[@mohamedalihebboul2214]

A very nice 6.1" guy reviewing a very nice car, thanks for this vid

[@robertcurry6413]

Especially in Canada I get 600 miles range with 45mpg

[@cougargold]

Just wish they had at least 50 more hp.

[@elasticyeti]

Colorado has some pretty license plates :)

[@gevowavemagnet]

I believe these cars are built on the Avalon platform?

[@chameleonphoenix5956]

If at best the ES is the Avalon platform, the LS blows it out of the water. I've been in Camrys and avalons and from my personal experience there is nothing that compares to Lexus, it is by far the flagship vehicle line of Toyota, I grew up around cars my entire life and I've never experienced the driving performance and luxury of Lexus. If you don't own one you don't know.

[@gevowavemagnet]

@@chameleonphoenix5956 I agree, I have an 2004 ES330 that is currently my wife's daily driver. Even at 16yrs old and 112,000 miles, it's the best car I've ever owned.

[@damiangutierrez9103]

This car is also very similar to the Toyota Avalon. The GS is more similar to the Camry. But the GS is one of my most favorite luxury sedans.

[@Fajoekit]

The GS is a RWD and you are comparing in to a FWD Camry? No bueno

[@damiangutierrez9103]

@@Fajoekit I was comparing the size of the car than I mist understood Nathan if he was talking about the fwd not the size of the car.

[@Foomergeen]

Good car

[@crystal2latina509]

I hate the headrests I don’t know why Toyota made them that way. As a woman it’s hard to be 5’4 with a nicely tight bun to go to work and your head gets cocked forward it’s the most annoying thing! Does anyone with long ponytail hair can relate? 😂

[@cptdenny007]

I wouldn’t compare the Lexus ES 300h to the Toyota Camry. Toyota’s sister to the ES 300h is the Avalon hybrid and not the Camry which is a smaller car to begin with.

[@kxng1191]

The size is comparable to the Avalon. The Camry is smaller

[@owaisbaig2886]

Based on the Avalon not Camry for 2020

[@Tsond123]

Great Car. Wish it had rear-heated seats.

[@instasingingvids3529]

I think in other markets it does have that with reclining power rear seats and other goodies just not in USA

[@SergCarReviews]

Yes I just reviewed the Sports Luxury - what here in Australia is the top of the range, and it has the reclining rear seats and heated rear seats which are sensational 👌 I don’t go into detail but you’re welcome to check out the video on my channel :)

[@the_jarmel]

I agree his implants would stick lmao so mean haha smh .. lol

[@kennethmetzger4944]

Looks like a two body trunk

[@naveenthemachine]

I think the Avalon hybrid is better than this In the Lexus ES you can’t even get heated rear seats or folding rear seats, or 4 way lumbar for the passenger Those three things you get in an avalon limited hybrid

[@ELP1125]

Not Roman hair implants 😂😂😂

[@Champion2Manager]

Does the ES 300h take premium gas ? ⛽️ 💰

[@user-mb6gs3xm7b]

i have been craving this model. not required premium, regular is enough.

[@killerXover707]

Touch pad is a deal breaker for me. But everything else is great

[@thebagnechannel3183]

“And his implants”? Over share. This car looks like it’ll last forever.

[@SergCarReviews]

They’re such good build quality! But then again everything Lexus is!

[@robertcurry6413]

It’s not a stepping stone; it’s our solution. Sorry Bezla

[@kristians2704]

this has nothing to do with EV's. Only PHEV are sort of comparable to EV's and not regular hybrids since you don't need to plug them to charge.

[@jtomtl]

It’s a Lexus, that is why people get a Lexus

[@normt430]

This is just a gussied up Camry...so people get thr better looking Toyota that costs less.

[@jameswatt932]

I never jump into a lexus

[@RealMrNails]

It's more of a "glide."

[@SergCarReviews]

@@RealMrNails 😂😂😂 was just gonna say that

[@astrogen1960]

Lexus + Nathan = I'm THERE !!!

[@richrigney4610]

I am just not that impressed with Lexus that I would spend that much on a Hybrid Sedan that has such low torque. Disappointing honestly. If I were to buy a Hybrid Sedan at this point, I would go with a Hyundai Sonata and pocket some savings.

[@artistryandmotion]

While the Lexus ES used to be a tarted-up Camry, since 2012 it has grown to be a tarted-up Avalon.

[@wzk921109]

I compared this 5 series, A6 and E class. I bought E class.

[@normt430]

Versus them and bought a CT6.

[@kyrosmike]

Not sure why anyone would buy Lexus ES hybrid over Avalon or Camry for that price just for the interior quality, the infotainment alone on Lexus is utter shit and bothered me, yes I know he addresses this. I love how Lexus still has cd/dvd drives in them, telling you exactly how old the buyers are. My 2006 Lexus LS430 still had a cassette player. I checked out ES, Avalon, and Camry and finally just got Camry XSE with every option checked. If I buy a Lexus it would be a RWD platform.

[@Slickpete83]

NO not the perfect solution , an ES 300h Plug-in hybrid would be the better solution !!!!!!

[@naveenthemachine]

Slickpete83 with the rav4 prime powertrain

[@Slickpete83]

@@naveenthemachine exactly 👍👍

[@thejunkyardmechanicwilliam7848]

9rhe Avalon has heated bab seats

[@2old4allthis]

What?

[@guerro327]

Jesus, I thought Andre was the worst spit talker. Nathan is trying to challenge him

[@Lorimbc]

Apple play?

[@ahmilles2094]

Yeah that’s definitely not a Toyota Camry

[@rayemanuel7460]

Roman has hair implants? Who knew!

[@matteonoris4319]

In Europe we do MPG higher than that with diesel and no electrification, USA has to move away from gas guzzling NA v8

[@KAWTELENUH]

Diesel is slow🤦🏿‍♂️

[@matteonoris4319]

@@KAWTELENUH average people dont really need to go faster than 85mph and as a French Guy i see v6 diesel everyday and boy oh boy they aren't slow

[@MrBillsfishin]

@@matteonoris4319 it's not necessarily about the top speed but how fast you can get there and the sound the car makes doing it. I do agree that diesel is actually better tech in general than gas but gas offers advantages viscerally that most diesels just dont. Plus diesels cost and weigh more.

[@matteonoris4319]

@@MrBillsfishin yeah o agree both have pros and cons but as far as torque diesel makes more of it as far as displacement is concerned. In Europe it is labour 70% of the market and the cost of the diesel option is generally 1000$ so thats not a lot.

[@MrBillsfishin]

@@matteonoris4319 the diesel option over here runs anywhere from 2500 to 6000 ish. Not every gas station here has it. Maintenance with all the new green bullshit is getting fairly costly as well. We do have a few states that don't enforce it but I live in California which has some of the toughest smog laws in the country unfortunately. Like I said it is a great engine. I totally understand why it is the engine of choice in many countries. I wish we had some of those choices over here. (Toyota 70 series Land Cruiser). Real simple offroad truck with reliability and function over all else. Oh well I am dreaming. Lol

[@the_jarmel]

Did they pump in engine noise? U dont think for the money there is no better car?? Hmm

[@FrankyRedEyes]

Camry is a great affordable car. Why would anyone dis the Camry?

[@yes8032]

Yea great car I wouldn’t want EV or hybrid

[@ricknowak4582]

Why the STUPID FRONT LICENSE PLATE??!! Duh, , ! I'm sure glad that I live in Fla.,,!!! Don't need one ! Ha, ! Any state that ... does is dumb ! Not necessary!

[@Forklore21]

First lol...

[@ivomandradzhiyski2726]

Wow! Man i love the car and i like your style but you have gained a few pounds in the last few years! Best wishes

[@cmcconn100]

Prius...

[@AltaSonata]

Lexus: the brand specializing in making cars looking horrible since, uh, I don't know, 2016?

[@jacobgreenmanedlion1863]

You must have the shortest torso of any person your height. My mother has that car, and I am 5 foot nine, and when I’m sitting in the backseat my head is jammed against the roof. And that’s without leaning back. I think it is one of the most stupidly designed backseats in the history of mankind. It’s an enormous backseat in terms of front to back space and yet it can’t hold a reasonably sized adult

[@popwarhomie]

My mom bought an RX350 F sport and its pretty nice inside but really the only thing it has that my Focus ST doesn't is cooled seats. Hers has been back to the dealer 4 times already. Auto wipers wouldn't work. Power steering leak. Water pump. Ac went out. Seems Toyota/Lexus reliability isn't what it used to be sadly. Thing I hate about it the most is the infotainment system is awful.

[@bigmarkdarula]

Invest some time into your health You look like you’re having trouble breathing from being overweight

[@genesisg7022]

I couldn't make pass 5 minutes. Sorry, Boryotas and Lettuce are boring!

[@johnburkard3121]

Lexus is ugly