2020 Lexus ES300h
The 2020 Lexus ES300h is a luxury hybrid sedan known for its comfortable ride, fuel efficiency, and upscale interior. The ES300h is powered by a 2.5-liter inline-4 engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined 215 horsepower and an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT). The ES 350 is also available, featuring a 3.5-liter V6 engine. Owners generally praise the ES300h for its smooth and quiet ride, luxurious interior, and excellent fuel economy. Common complaints include the somewhat uninspiring driving dynamics, infotainment system usability, and limited rear headroom.
Electric Motor
2.5L I4 Hybrid (215 hp combined)
- No Issues Found
Transmission
ECVT
- No Issues Found
Suspension
- No Issues Found
Electrical
- Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
- Description/Symptoms: The infotainment system may freeze, become unresponsive, or crash, requiring a restart. This can occur while using navigation, audio, or other connected features.
- Solution: Software updates from Lexus can sometimes resolve these issues. In more severe cases, the infotainment system head unit may need replacement.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 (if software update resolves the issue) - $1,000+ (if head unit replacement is required)
- Recalls: None Found
- Faulty Navigation System
- Description/Symptoms: The navigation system is malfunctioning, going off course, freezing, or displaying an incorrect location.
- Solution: Recalibrate the Navigation, replace navigation system.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500+ (if replacement is required)
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- No Issues Found
Interior
- No Issues Found
Summary
The 2020 Lexus ES300h generally proves to be a reliable vehicle. The most commonly reported issues involve the infotainment system, which can experience freezing or crashing. Repair costs for these issues vary widely depending on the root cause. While frustrating, these issues are generally not considered severe and typically do not affect the vehicle’s drivability.