Trade in: 2002 Lexus ES
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2002 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.
2002 Lexus ES specs
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 |
2002 Lexus ES: every figure
| Displacement | 3.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 |
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 2002 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 180 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (60), vehicle speed control (56) and service brakes (17). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01V371000 | 2001-12-11 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN DEFORMED PRIOR TO VEHICLE DELIVERY DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A COIL SPRING SPACER THAT WAS INSTALLED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE DURING TRANSPORTATION. |
| 01V372000 | 2001-12-11 | air bags:frontal | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-SPOKE STYLE STEERING WHEEL. DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE BOTTOM SEAM OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MODULE COVER (HORN PAD) COULD BE TORN AWAY ALLOWING THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE COVER TO COMPLETELY DETACH FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Trade in: the 2002 Lexus ES
No 2002 Lexus ES is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. This page sets out the 2002 Lexus ES for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA has 180 owner complaints on file, mostly about power train, vehicle speed control and service brakes. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
What the figures tell you
It runs the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Its combined rating is 11.2 L/100 km, which means roughly 34 litres for 300 km. Expect about $17.36 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the ES
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. EPA lists 425 litres of luggage space, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who it is for
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the ES for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.36 in fuel.
Year and trim
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. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Questions first?
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 2002 Lexus ES from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Lexus ES for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 Lexus ES
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 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 2002 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 2002 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 2002 Lexus ES cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
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.