Battle of the Hybrids- Lexus ES-300h Takes on the Competition

 

 

When comparing luxury hybrid sedans, the Lexus ES 300h stands out amongst the competition.  We compared the ES 300h to the BMW 3 Series and Infinity Q50  hybrids, and the Lexus was the hands-down winner.  Visit Lexus of Quad Cities for more information about the ES 300h and all of our Lexus cars and SUVs. 

 



2016 Lexus       ES300h

2015 BMW     3 Series Hybrid

2015 Infinity              Q50

MECHANICAL FEATURES
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy	40/39 mpg	25/33 mpg	29/36 mpg

Fuel Type

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded (required)

Premium Unleaded (recommended)

Transmission

Continuously Vairable-speed automatic

8-speed shiftable automatic

7-speed shiftable automatic

INTERIOR FEATURES

A/C with Climate Control	Standard	Standard	Standard
HD Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Optional	Standard

Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette	Leather
Keyless Ignition	Standard	Standard	Standard

5-YEAR OWNDERSHIP COSTS

Average Cost Per Mile

0.65

$0.87

$0.73

Fuel

$4,958

$8,822

$7,966

Maintenance

$4,839

$4,820

$5,600

Repairs

$887

$2,441

$898

WARRANTY FEATURES

Drivetrain

6 yr/70000

4 yr/50000

6 yr/70000

Oh, Yes, They Did! Lexus Debuts LC 500

 

 

Sugoy, Japanese for "Awesome", is how Toyota President and CEO Akio Toyoda describes the highly anticipated LC 500 coupe.

 

Jalopnik.com describes the LC 500 as "the most badass Lexus since the LFA, and who are we to argue?  While sharing the same engine, a naturally-aspirated V-8 that produces 467 horsepower.  That being said, the LC 500 is truly in a class by itself.  The design is incredible, with a wide stance, and bumped-out rear wheels that make it look even more aggressive, are complimented by a front end that is unmistakably Lexus, yet still unique. 

 

 

The LC 500 is due out in 2017 for the 2018 model year.  Check back regularly with Lexus of Quad Cities to find out more about the LC 500 and our entire line of Lexus vehicles.