2001 Lexus ES 300: Overview
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- MSRP: $31,505
- Invoice: $27,724
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Pros
- Acceleration
- Ride
- Quietness
- Build quality
- Exterior finish
- Interior materials
Cons
- Rear visibility
- Steering feel
Vehicle Highlights
An underskin cousin to the V6 Toyota Camry sedan, ES 300 is distinguished by different styling and more standard equipment, including traction control and front side airbags. It also offers Lexus-only features, including optional antiskid system. Added midyear was annual leather-themed Coach Edition. Luxury-oriented ES 300 recently joined by a second entry-level Lexus sedan, the IS 300, a slightly smaller rear-wheel-drive car aimed at a younger, driving-oriented clientele.
COMPETITION
This hotly contested segment has a clear benchmark; it is the Acura TL (and its 2-door cousin Acura CL). The TL succeeds in blending comfort, style, luxury, and sport into an efficient package at an affordable price. If you are leaning more toward the luxury scale, the Lexus ES 300 might be a more practical purchase.
We also recommend the sporty and Euro-flavored Audi A6, the comfortable Buick Park Avenue, the affordable and fast Infiniti I30.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Base Rating | Premium Midsize Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 6 | 6.1 |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | 4.7 |
| Ride Quality | 8 | 6.4 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 6 | 6.3 |
| Quietness | 8 | 6.7 |
| Controls | 9 | 6.1 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 8 | 7 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 5 | 5.1 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 4 |
| Value within Class | 10 | 4.7 |
| Total Score: | 68 | 57.1 |
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