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