2018 Lexus ES for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 5.9 to 9.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 5.9 to 9.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
2018 Lexus ES specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas |
| City | 5.8 L/100 km | 11.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.1 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 5.9 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 139 g/km | 227 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $9.15 | $15.04 |
2018 Lexus ES: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 40 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 39 | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 40 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 48 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,700 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,830 | $3,008 |
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 2018 Lexus ES
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other (4), air bags (2) and engine (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V682000 | 2020-11-04 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus... |
| 20V012000 | 2020-01-13 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2018 Lexus ES?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 Lexus ES for sale by us right now. Here is the 2018 Lexus ES for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
A buyer's checks
Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about unknown or other, air bags and engine; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
What the specs mean
The engine is the 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid, with front-wheel drive and an automatic (CVT). It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
The EPA rates it at 5.9 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 18 litres. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $9.15 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$1,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
When the ES makes sense
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
What the ES is like
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. In plain terms, its 340 litres of luggage space hold about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the ES for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the ES on your commute before you commit to it.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$1,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Want a price?
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2018 Lexus ES from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Lexus ES for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Lexus ES
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Lexus ES have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Lexus ES cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $1830.00.
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.