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2013-2018 Lexus ES MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 24–40 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2018. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2018 Lexus ES at a glance
The 2013-2018 Lexus ES covers 6 model years in the EPA database (12 configurations in all), rated 24–40 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2018, costs about $1,650 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (40 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
2013-2018 Lexus ES by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,700 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,700 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,700 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–40 MPG | $1,650–$2,680 | First year |
What the 2018 350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$225
$2,700 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.50
Per 100 miles
$18.00
Five years
$13,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$230less a year
Class median $2,930 a year, MY2018
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Lexus ES MPG
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,700 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
2017 Lexus ES MPG
24–40 MPG · $1,650–$2,700/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,700 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
2016 Lexus ES MPG
24–40 MPG · $1,650–$2,690/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 24 | $2,690 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
2015 Lexus ES MPG
24–40 MPG · $1,650–$2,690/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 24 | $2,690 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
2014 Lexus ES MPG
24–40 MPG · $1,650–$2,700/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,700 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
2013 Lexus ES MPG
24–40 MPG · $1,650–$2,680/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 31 | 24 | $2,680 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 40 | 39 | 40 | $1,650 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD: $3,670 in California and $2,350 in Texas, a $1,320 difference.
- California $3,670
- Washington $3,400
- New York $2,700
- Florida $2,550
- Texas $2,350
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2018 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2001 (XV20)
- 2002-2006 (XV30)
- 2007-2012 (XV40)
- 2013-2018 (XV60)
- 2019-2025 (XZ10)
- 2026 (XZ20)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2018 Lexus ES get?
EPA rates the 2013-2018 Lexus ES at 24–40 MPG combined across 12 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 40 MPG (40 city, 39 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 24 MPG; Hybrid: 40 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2018 Lexus ES?
Every model year of the 2013-2018 Lexus ES tops out at 40 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2018 Lexus ES?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
How does the 2013-2018 Lexus ES compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2007-2012 Lexus ES) is rated 22 MPG combined and costs $2,960–$3,650 a year to fuel; the 2013-2018 model is rated 24–40 MPG and costs $1,650–$2,700 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Lexus ES per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs about $2,700 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $1,650–$2,700 a year. That is a $1,050 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2018 Lexus ES 100 miles?
About $18.00 per 100 miles for the 350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $11.00 and $18.00 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2018 Lexus ES compare with other midsize car configurations?
The 350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD costs about $2,700 a year to fuel, $230 less than the class median of $2,930, and less than 6 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 205 rated midsize car configurations for MY2018, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2018 Lexus ES hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 40 MPG against 24 MPG for the best gas version (350 3.5L 6-cyl FWD), 16 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,650 versus $2,700 a year, a saving of $1,050.
Is the 2018 Lexus ES different from the 2017 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 40 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,650. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2018 against 2 configurations for 2017. See the 2017 Lexus ES for that year.