Here’s What’s New For The 2025 Lexus ES

Lexus has added some sporting flair to the 2025 Lexus ES lineup with the return of the Black Line Special Edition package. Based on the ES 350 F Sport Handling trim, Lexus will offer just 1,000 examples for MY2025. The Black Line Special Edition receives a black rear spoiler, lower rocker panel, Obsidian-painted side mirror caps, F Sport puddle lamps, and F Sport door switch plates.

Customers can choose from Iridium, Cloudburst Gray, Obsidian, Caviar, Matador Red Mica, and Ultra White exterior colors, while the interior is limited to White, Black, and Circuit Red NuLuxe upholstery. Black Line special edition models come with a head-up display, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and a 360-degree monitor, while customers can specify the Mark Levinson Premium Audio system.

• 2024 Lexus ES

  Base MSRP

  $42,040

  Engine

  3.5L V6 Gas

  Horsepower

  302 hp

  Fuel Economy

  22/32 MPG

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  2024 Lexus ES Hybrid

  Base MSRP

  $43,440

  Engine

  2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid

  Horsepower

  215 hp

  Fuel Economy

  43/44 MPG

2025 Lexus ES Still A Value King

So, what else has changed for MY2025? Absolutely nothing. The ES luxury sedan sails into the new model year with no updates. Its mainstream cousin, the Toyota Camry, was replaced with an all-new model for 2025, but since the ES was always based on the now-discontinued Avalon, this is no direct indication that Lexus is planning an imminent ES replacement. For now, customers can choose from several trims, three different engines, and available all-wheel drive.

Discussion

Is The Toyota Camry Better Than The Lexus ES?

The 2025 Lexus ES is a carryover from last year. Is it now worse than the Toyota Camry?

The 350 is arguably the most desirable model. It produces 302 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. Mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission, the ES 350 provides smooth and swift performance. We’re guessing its days are numbered, as the V6 was discontinued in the new Camry, which is now offered as a hybrid only. Perhaps die-hard fans of the Camry V6 should consider the ES 350 instead

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Driven: 2024 Lexus ES Hybrid Ultra Luxury Is Luxury Without The ‘Ultra’

The Lexus ES 300h Ultra Luxury may not be as ‘ultra’ luxury as it suggests, but it is still serious value for money.

Those looking for a more frugal option can opt for the ES 300h, which features a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine coupled to an electric motor. With combined outputs of 215 hp and EPA estimates of 43/44/44 mpg on the city/highway/combined cycles, it offers the best of both worlds.