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2022 Lexus ES

The 2022 Lexus ES is a refreshed sedan with updated multimedia, touchscreens moved 4.3 inches closer, Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 with intersection turning and emergency steering assist, new bi-LED headlights and a first ES 300h F Sport. NHTSA lists no recalls and 14 complaints; Consumer Reports rates it more reliable than average. EPA rates it 25 to 44 mpg combined.

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Configurations4
Model/option labels4
Combined efficiency25–44 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers6

What changed on the 2022 Lexus ES

Lexus (opens in a new tab) says the ES is refreshed for 2022 with numerous multimedia, safety and style updates and a new Dynamic Handling Package on the F Sport gas model, with every ES getting updated multimedia and an upgrade to Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, which adds Intersection Turning Assist and Emergency Steering Assist to the Pre-Collision System. It also introduces the first-ever ES 300h F Sport grade, a new standard 17-inch wheel and newly designed bi-LED headlights with dynamic auto-leveling.

ClubLexus (opens in a new tab) reports that the standard 8.0-inch and available 12.3-inch displays move forward 4.3 inches and now have touch-screen functionality alongside the remote touch interface, plus new exterior and interior colors. KBB lists fuel economy from 22/32 to 43/44 mpg city and highway, and EPA rates the 2022 ES at 25 to 44 mpg combined and $1,400 to $2,500 a year in fuel, the top figure being the 300h hybrid.

Recalls and problems owners report

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2022 ES and 14 owner complaints, led by forward collision avoidance with 3 and then lane departure, service brakes, tires and wheels with 2 each. Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) rates the 2022 ES more reliable than other cars from the same model year.

What a 2022 ES costs today

Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists used 2022 ES prices from $30,600 for the ES 250 to $38,700 for the ES 350 Ultra Luxury at a dealership, with trade-in values of about $24,600 to $32,900 and private-party values of about $28,900 to $36,100.

2022 ES against the TLX, G80 and A6

EPA rates the 2022 ES at 25 to 44 mpg combined and $1,400 to $2,500 a year in fuel. The 2022 Acura TLX rates 21 to 25 at $3,100 to $3,700, the Genesis G80 20 to 26 at $3,000 to $3,900 and the Audi A6 23 to 26 at $3,000 to $3,350. On EPA figures the ES is the most efficient of the four by a wide margin because of its hybrid, and its gasoline models match the best of the others.

Trim-by-trim specifications

The 2022 Lexus ES: 12 trims compared.

Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.

2022 Lexus ES powertrain, performance and efficiency by trim
TrimEngineTransmissionDriveHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)0–60 mphTop speedEPA city / hwy / combSeatsBasic warranty
ES 2502.5-liter 4-cylinderAutomatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftAWD2031848.6 s131 mph25 / 34 / 28 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 250 F SPORT2.5-liter 4-cylinderAutomatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftAWD2031848.6 s131 mph25 / 34 / 28 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 250 Luxury2.5-liter 4-cylinderAutomatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftAWD2031848.6 s131 mph25 / 34 / 28 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 3503.5-liter V6Automatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftFWD3022676.6 s131 mph22 / 32 / 26 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 350 Luxury3.5-liter V6Automatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftFWD3022676.6 s131 mph22 / 32 / 26 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 300h2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid)Automatic, ECVTFWD2151638.1 s112 mph43 / 44 / 44 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 250 Ultra Luxury2.5-liter 4-cylinderAutomatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftAWD2031848.6 s131 mph25 / 34 / 28 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 350 F SPORT3.5-liter V6Automatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftFWD3022676.6 s131 mph22 / 31 / 25 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 300h F SPORT2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid)Automatic, ECVTFWD2151638.1 s112 mph43 / 44 / 44 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 300h Luxury2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid)Automatic, ECVTFWD2151638.1 s112 mph43 / 44 / 44 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 300h Ultra Luxury2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid)Automatic, ECVTFWD2151638.1 s112 mph43 / 44 / 44 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
ES 350 Ultra Luxury3.5-liter V6Automatic, 8-Spd w/Direct ShiftFWD3022676.6 s131 mph22 / 32 / 26 mpg54 yr / 50,000 mi
2022 Lexus ES dimensions, weights and capacities by trim
TrimCurb weightLengthHeightWheelbaseTurning circleFuel tankFront headroomFront legroomTires
ES 2503,780 lb195.9 in57.1 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 250 F SPORT3,780 lb195.9 in57.1 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/40R19
ES 250 Luxury3,780 lb195.9 in57.1 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 3503,690 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 350 Luxury3,690 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 300h3,730 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft13.2 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 250 Ultra Luxury3,780 lb195.9 in57.1 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 350 F SPORT3,690 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/40R19
ES 300h F SPORT3,730 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft13.2 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/40R19
ES 300h Luxury3,730 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft13.2 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 300h Ultra Luxury3,730 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft13.2 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18
ES 350 Ultra Luxury3,690 lb195.9 in56.9 in113 in38 ft15.9 gal37.5 in42.4 inP235/45R18

Equipment by trim

Which 2022 Lexus ES trim has what.

Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.

2022 Lexus ES standard and optional equipment by trim
EquipmentES 250ES 250 F SPORTES 250 LuxuryES 350ES 350 LuxuryES 300hES 250 Ultra LuxuryES 350 F SPORTES 300h F SPORTES 300h LuxuryES 300h Ultra LuxuryES 350 Ultra Luxury
Safety
Blind-spot alertStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Child door locksStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Child-seat anchorsStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Pedestrian detectionStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Rearview cameraStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Electronic stability controlStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Traction controlStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Technology
Text-message readerStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Bluetooth audio streamingStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
BluetoothStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Hands-free callingStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Built-in internet accessStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Navigation systemOptOptOptOptOptOptStdOptOptOptStdStd
Premium audio systemStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Real-time traffic informationStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Satellite radioStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Apple CarPlay or Android AutoStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Steering-wheel audio controlsStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
TouchscreenStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Voice recognitionStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Comfort
Heated front seatsOptStdStdOptStdOptStdStdStdStdStdStd
Heated steering wheelOptStdStdOptStdOptStdStdStdStdStdStd
Heated windshieldOptStdStdOptStdOptStdStdStdStdStdStd
Power front seats for driver and passengerStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Power driver's seatStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Leather seats––Std–Std–Std––StdStdStd
Leather-wrapped steering wheelStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Panoramic moonroof–––OptOpt––––––Opt
Tilt steering wheelStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheelStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Cup holdersStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Exterior and convenience
Alloy wheelsStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Rear spoilerOptStdOptOptOptStdOptStdStdStdStdOpt
Power-folding mirrorsOptStdStdOptStdOptStdStdStdStdStdStd
Power liftgate or trunkOptOptOptOptOptOptStdOptOptOptStdStd
Remote liftgate or trunk releaseStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
12-volt power outletStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Power windowsStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Remote keyless entryStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Proximity keyless entryStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Push-button startStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Cruise controlStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Integrated garage-door openerStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Rear-window defrosterStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStdStd
Rain-sensing wipersOptStdStdOptStdOptStdStdStdStdStdStd

Complete certification table

4 configuration records.

EPA ID / labelEngine / technologyDrive / transmissionFuelCityHwyCombinedRange
44456ES 250 AWD2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventionalAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Regular253428N/A
44457ES 300h2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; HybridHybridFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6)Regular434444N/A
44454ES 3503.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventionalFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Regular223226N/A
44455ES 350 F Sport3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventionalFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8)Regular223125N/A

Model-specific answer center

6 answers for this exact family-year.

Q01What changed on the 2022 Lexus ES versus the 2021 Lexus ES?
Model year

Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2022 Lexus ES carries the 2021 Lexus ES's figures forward: 4 certification records labelled ES 250 AWD, ES 300h, ES 350, ES 350 F Sport, 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI, 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Hybrid, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI, all-wheel drive, front-wheel drive on regular, rated 25-44 combined MPG/MPGe and an EPA annual fuel cost of $1,400 to $2,500.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How quickly does the 2022 Lexus ES accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance

The 2022 Lexus ES's 0-60 mph time is 6.6 seconds on the ES 350, ES 350 Luxury, ES 350 F SPORT and ES 350 Ultra Luxury, 8.1 seconds on the ES 300h, ES 300h F SPORT, ES 300h Luxury and ES 300h Ultra Luxury and 8.6 seconds on the ES 250, ES 250 F SPORT, ES 250 Luxury and ES 250 Ultra Luxury. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03What is the 2022 Lexus ES's top speed?
Performance

The 2022 Lexus ES's top speed is 112 mph on the ES 300h, ES 300h F SPORT, ES 300h Luxury and ES 300h Ultra Luxury and 131 mph on the 8 trims (ES 250, ES 250 F SPORT and ES 250 Luxury and 5 more). Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What size wheels does the 2022 Lexus ES have?
Wheels and tires

The 2022 Lexus ES's wheel diameter is 18 inches on the 9 trims (ES 250, ES 250 Luxury and ES 350 and 6 more) and 19 inches on the ES 250 F SPORT, ES 350 F SPORT and ES 300h F SPORT. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05How do the 2022 Lexus ES trims differ from one another?
Trims

The ES 250 F SPORT has heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a heated windshield and 3 more as standard equipment over the ES 250. The ES 250 Luxury has leather seats as standard equipment over the ES 250 F SPORT. The ES 350 has 302 hp against 203 and FWD instead of AWD over the ES 250 Luxury. The ES 350 Luxury has heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a heated windshield and 3 more as standard equipment over the ES 350. The ES 300h has 215 hp against 302 and a rear spoiler as standard equipment over the ES 350 Luxury.

Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q06What engine oil does the 2022 Lexus ES take?
Maintenance

The 2022 Lexus ES owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-16 engine oil. Source: 2022 Lexus ES owner's manual. The 2021 model year has the same figure.

Source: Manufacturer owner's manual

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