1998 Lexus ES for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1998 Lexus ES for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1998 Lexus ES specs
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 |
1998 Lexus ES: every figure
| Displacement | 3.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1998 Lexus ES
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (9), seat belts (7) and electrical system (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99V307000 | 1999-11-01 | steering: steering wheel/handle bar | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE STEERING WHEEL SET NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED CAUSING STEERING VIBRATION AND LOOSENESS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1998 Lexus ES?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1998 Lexus ES; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Buying the 1998 Lexus ES is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, seat belts and electrical system; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
The engine is the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Plan on about 35 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 11.8 L/100 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $18.29 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Living with the ES
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 368 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A good match for
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. If the ES is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. A week with the ES answers more than any brochure.
Running costs
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.29 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Narrowing it down
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Still deciding?
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1998 Lexus ES from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Lexus ES for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1998 Lexus ES
Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Lexus ES?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1998 Lexus ES before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1998 Lexus ES have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1998 Lexus ES cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3658.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.