Car financing: 2021 Lexus ES
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 5.4 to 9.3 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 5.4 to 9.3 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2021 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2021 Lexus ES specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 5.5 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km |
| Highway | 5.3 L/100 km | 6.8 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 5.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 126 g/km | 196 g/km | 217 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $8.37 | $13.02 | $14.42 |
2021 Lexus ES: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 43 | 25 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 44 | 34 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 44 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 53 | 34 | 31 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,500 | US$2,400 | US$2,650 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,674 | $2,604 | $2,884 |
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 2021 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 35 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (25), forward collision avoidance (3) and steering (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V865000 | 2023-12-20 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2021 Lexus ES
No 2021 Lexus ES is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 2021 Lexus ES for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
What to check on the ES
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Under the hood
Under the hood: the 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid and front-wheel drive. 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.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 16 litres, from its 5.4 L/100 km rating. That works out to about $8.37 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$1,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the ES
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. EPA lists 396 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A good match for
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
A longer test drive
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Try the ES on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$1,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Picking a year and a trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Ready to ask?
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 2021 Lexus ES from us first.
Ask us about the 2021 Lexus ES
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2021 Lexus ES for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2021 Lexus ES
Does CarmaCars sell the 2021 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 2021 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 2021 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 2021 Lexus ES cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,500 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $1674.00.
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.