New Lexus IS vs ES Full Review: Comparison, Interior, Exterior and More!

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Today, Dustin from Performance Lexus is reviewing the Lexus IS 300 vs The Lexus ES 350! We compare everything, from interior, exterior and more! What Lexus should we review next?
00:00 | INTRODUCTION
00:38 | IS EXTERIOR FRONT
01:45 | ES EXTERIOR FRONT
03:33 | ES EXTERIOR SIDE
04:19 | IS EXTERIOR SIDE
04:55 | IS EXTERIOR BACK
06:17 | ES EXTERIOR BACK
08:14 | ES INTERIOR
12:02 | IS INTERIOR
14:10 | FINAL THOUGHTS
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[@venictos]

Two words that make the IS a clear winner. JAPAN MADE

[@ELP1125]

jApAn mAdE

[@richards.7201]

Outstanding presentation. This was exactly the comparison I was looking for. Lexus Corporate needs to have you do National presentations.....

[@spidermakeyaholla]

The rear of the IS is just unbeatable. Man i wish the ES had a similar end.

[@jonhettrick7969]

I really enjoy your videos. This one was great. Thank you!

[@markmatlick8500]

Good comparison video, thank you.

[@jonlee2186]

Thanks, your review answered a lot of my questions between the two models.

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad it could help!

[@showstoppa01]

bring back the GS 😢

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Oh I very much agree!! The GS was one of the cars that brought me to Lexus in the first place! I fell in love with the 2011 bodystyle and then my first Lexus was a 2013. Very underrated car! I hope one day they bring it back! Thanks for watching!

[@etewis87]

That was my first choice when I got my current car, but by the time I was ready to purchasethey had already been off production for like 3 years. They need to bring it back!

[@bigwill7097]

Why?

[@JohnSims-nl5bi]

It's smaller than the ES but bigger than the IS. We don't really need it anymore...

[@MrMustangrick]

I have the GS F. V8 and will not consider another Lexus unless they bring back the GS. It is the perfect performance sedan, perfect size.

[@user-qy5mq7lb8p]

Nice comparison. Thanks for discussing how the golf clubs fit in the trunk. Really important for us hackers. Thanks.

[@traceyhobdell2939]

Love the Blue IS ♥️👍🤗 Great !!! Review Dustin

[@SmokeyES350]

ES350 alll day long no brainer for sure especially with the f sport trim🔥🔥🔥

[@LafemmebearMusic]

But the IS is rear wheel drive it’s the endttter drivers car over that front wheel drive vehicle the es is even with the Fsport package

[@Gentle1111]

Thank You for this video, I have been driving an ES 300H 2021 and just test drove an IS 350. The handling is simply amazing. I know the fuel economy hurts. Still thinking what to do.

[@JloveLamar]

I've been waiting for this one! ES is the one for me :)

[@Gazmeizster_Wongatron]

I would personally pick the ES over the IS for the extra space and better infotainment system. Both great looking cars though. 👍

[@LafemmebearMusic]

If you like driving performance the IS is the way to go. Rear wheel drive drivetrain

[@abhisheknauduri7013]

I love that blue one! Beautiful and stylish.

[@Beer1302]

I was debating on which one to get. At first it was the v6 with AWD in the IS but the ES has better back seat room and I can run regular gas with it too; after seeing this video, I know the ES ultra Luxury in the Moonbeam Beige Metallic is the right choice for me. Thanks

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Great choice!! Thanks for watching!!!

[@ladislaualbert2807]

Question- if I wish to improve traction on my 2021 IS 350 Fsport with dynamic handling package - would switching to Michelin Pilot 4S tires help?

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Great question! I guess it depends on where you are loosing traction. The IS has a bit of camber so I think maybe in a straight line sometime it has a bit less contact area, however in a turn that area is a bit better! Either way the Pilot Sport 4S is an amazing tire so I'm sure it wouldn't hurt! This is just my guess though!

[@ladislaualbert2807]

@@PerformanceLexusNiagara thanks

[@lallen675]

Does the interior come in red and black?

[@coolme241]

The es 350 i can get one for 35k but a 2018 loaded is350 with 60k miles cost just the same but the is is more fun and looks a tad bit better but the es has so much more to offer

[@alanhumphrey4198]

I love Lexus!!😊😊

[@kylesprague8364]

The ES seats don’t go down so that they are more comfortable for passengers. I drive the 2023 ES 300 hybrid ultra luxury and I think it is absolutely amazing. It’s a huge upgrade from the 2015 ES hybrid premium I traded in.

[@maxshepelev]

I bought 1 months ago es350 f sport 2024, but 240-260 miles on full tank its terrible. I have 15.6 mpg))) what about you expirience? Also 350 dont have sport character anyways. Im planning to swith it in es300 h luxary but non f sport . I have iridium colorand 1200 milleage)

[@kroko8916]

U guys need to “fix” the IS interior😅 a redesign for sure

[@dinhscot]

waiting for the ES and IS update

[@SmokeyES350]

I wonder why the ES350 didnt have an f sport interior? No f sport engraving in the head rest or steering wheel but had the f sport exterior appearance?

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Great observation! Sometimes Lexus Canada will offer a cheaper Fsport or F sport Design package that doesn't have as many of the features/amenities as the regular Fsport package but still has the same exterior looks!

[@juliedumont3685]

I usually buy a 2 or 3 year old car. More of the ES model available than the IS models by a lot.

[@LCculater]

Go for the gold ! LC 500 😂

[@wjm3018]

Dont forget the IS uses premium gas vs ES uses Regular 87 octane gas

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Yes very good point!!

[@storyofmylife7080]

Dustin, that’s a nice suit! I like the ES better! Both are very nice!

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Thank you so much!!!

[@thebig12conference73]

Engineering background here it’s a damn shame that Lexus got rid of the GS I wish that they would bring it back Unfortunately there wasn’t a high enough demanding sales required Lexus to 86 GS . Between the and I like the fact that the S has all wheel drive but in 2025 the ES will also have all-wheel-drive as an option I like the ES because I prefer the midsize sedan over the compact sedan because I was 6 foot tall American one of my favorite hobbies is to review cars that I can’t afford however as an added bonus since my friend is a manager at Alexis dealership I get a test drive these bad boys every six months and write a 20 page report it’s the next best thing to own one because every six months you get a test drive a new one

[@foesfly3047]

I am surprised to learn the ES is not Rear Wheel Drive. Front wheel drive should not exist in the Lexus lineup.

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

A rear wheel drive would be amazing for sure! I loved the GS platform when it was around because of that!

[@jhh9388]

the driving compartment is too cramped for a six footer like me. Got to go ES.

[@hmdsidd]

I always think that it must be a nightmare to clean those grills

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

I actually know what you mean! I've seen some detailers use a very soft special brush on a sort of stick to get way in there when needed!

[@dougschif]

I have had both. Totally different. I can get 4 sets of golf clubs in my es. It gets 30 mph and takes regular gas. The is is louder more fun to drive. The is350 f sport has a mean growl to it like a muscle car. Don't like that you have to use premium though

[@LafemmebearMusic]

But please keep using premium because I’ve driven cars that people just put 87 in anyway and the engine timing is just down tuning itself and lots of ticking.

[@gabriella3522]

What year is the es ?

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

I believe this one was a 2023 when we filmed!

[@SO_L-GR]

😍😍😍😍

[@randy74989]

Got my ES300h one month ago. It's the Ultra Luxury trim, which is what we wanted and is the highest trim for the ES hybrid. It is the Cloudburst Gray exterior with Acorn color semi-aniline leather interior. Total Installed Packages & Accessories: 1) Premium Triple-beam LED headlamps; 2) Smartacess Card Key; 3) Premium Paint; 4) Lexus Interface with 12.3-in Multimedia Touchscreen Display; 5) Ultra Luxury Package; 6) All weather floor liners and trunk mat; 7) Door edge film by 3M; 8) The Preferred Accessory Package; and 9) The Dealer added a 5-year windshield protection/replacement coverage package and tinted the driver and passenger windows. The three-projector design that creates an eye-catching L shape. Adding to this brilliant design, the headlamps feature LED side turn signals, as well as an Adaptive Front Lighting System6 that uses steering and speed sensors to direct the angle of low-beam illumination as the vehicle enters a curve. The Adaptive Front Lighting System monitors steering and speed with a suite of sensors and will automatically adjust the angle of your low-beam headlights to improve visibility on curved roads. Ultra Luxury extras: 1) 18-inch split-five-spoke alloy noise-reduction wheels 2) Power rear sunshade with manual rear-door sunshades 3) Power open/close trunk with kick sensor 4) 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen display 10.2-inch Head-Up Display 5) Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking and Rear Pedestrian Detection, and Panoramic View Monitor. Averaging 43+ MPG City/Hwy driving and I had the oil and filter changed at 1,000 miles for my own peace of mind. Just For Reference: I was not going to wait one-year or 10,000 miles to have the factory installed oil & filter changed. And, I shall be changing the oil (Liqui Moly 0W-16 Spec V) and the Toyota filter every 5,000 miles from now on. Like Scotty Kilmer says, oil & filters are cheap, engines are expensive. 🤣

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Wow great choice!!! That sounds like a very nice build! Thanks for watching!

[@ResplendentRaider]

Got my ES350 back in April, came with the luxury package..auto open/close trunk, kick sensor, power folding mirrors etc. my only gripe is I didn’t get the color really wanted.

[@randy74989]

@@ResplendentRaider Yes, but you got the sweet bulletproof, reliable, and proven V6 engine. GLTU. I'm loving my ES300h, yes.

[@ResplendentRaider]

@@randy74989 yeah I’m satisfied overall. Just wish it was a different color but the Moonbeam Beige Metallic will have to do😎

[@Paul-ii9vu]

What year did you get?:)

[@soundsgoodcompany]

The price would of been nice …

[@stevenwolff6866]

I would pick the ES all day for a myriad of reasons. But this wasn't actually a fair comparison. One had the F sport package & the other didnt.

[@ResplendentRaider]

Interesting to hear what your reasons would be.

[@stevenwolff6866]

@@ResplendentRaider Just personal preferences. I prefer luxury over sport. The ES has a smoother quieter ride. The only weakness the ES had imo was the infotainment system which was finally corrected for 2023

[@LafemmebearMusic]

@@stevenwolff6866and it’s front wheel drive. If you ever drove them back to back you’d notice immediately the driving difference. But I’m seeing now most of you don’t care about driving dynamics since everyone’s saying es 😢 which is why no one bought the gs sigh 😔. I’ll drive my gs for ever

[@MrMustangrick]

It is palomino, NOT brown.

[@TheNotSoChibiRobo]

ES300h, I just want a comfortable and reliable car with low gas consumption

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Great choice! Thanks for watching!

[@LafemmebearMusic]

The comments tell us why the gs is gone, you folks just like boring front wheel drive vehicles 😢 I’m GS forever.

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

I do miss the GS for sure! We had a pre owned one here not long ago that reminded me how much I loved that car!

[@jayc4715]

Teenage girl car vs adult woman car

[@yunglord714]

hater lmao

[@stephenr6194]

I don’t get it! is year of 2024 still use old fashion incandescent light bulbs turn signal in this called luxury high price vehicles! It doesn’t look good👎

[@afzalayubi8122]

💐💐💐💐💐

[@marcnotarianni1889]

I couldn't decide, so got the es for me and the IS for my wife.

[@chris-cu9oy]

I have the car on the left but mine is a is300 2022

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Great choice! Thanks for watching!

[@stunnawilliams5138]

Can't go wrong either way

[@PerformanceLexusNiagara]

Yes love that! Thanks for watching!