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2019-2025 Lexus ES MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 25–44 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2025. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2019-2025 Lexus ES at a glance
The 2019-2025 Lexus ES covers 7 model years in the EPA database (26 configurations in all), rated 25–44 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2025, costs about $1,480 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (44 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
2019-2025 Lexus ES by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,480–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,490–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,480–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,480–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,490–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,480–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–44 MPG | $1,480–$2,610 | First year |
What the 2025 250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD costs to drive
Per month
$196
$2,350 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.92
Per 100 miles
$15.67
Five years
$11,750
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$180more a year
Class median $2,170 a year, MY2025
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Lexus ES MPG
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,490 to $1,480, $10 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,350 |
| 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 25 | $2,570 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,480 |
2024 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,490–$2,610/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,480 to $1,490, $10 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,490 |
2023 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,480–$2,610/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,480.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,480 |
2022 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,480–$2,610/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,490 to $1,480, $10 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,550 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,480 |
2021 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,490–$2,610/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,480 to $1,490, $10 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
| 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,490 |
2020 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,480–$2,610/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,480.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,560 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,480 |
2019 Lexus ES MPG
25–44 MPG · $1,480–$2,610/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,540 |
| 350 F Sport | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 43 | 45 | 44 | $1,480 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD: $3,200 in California and $2,050 in Texas, a $1,150 difference.
- California $3,200
- Washington $2,970
- New York $2,350
- Florida $2,220
- Texas $2,050
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2025 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 2019-2025 Lexus ES get?
EPA rates the 2019-2025 Lexus ES at 25–44 MPG combined across 26 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2025 300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 44 MPG (43 city, 44 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 25–28 MPG; Hybrid: 44 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2019-2025 Lexus ES?
Every model year of the 2019-2025 Lexus ES tops out at 44 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2019-2025 Lexus ES?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
How does the 2019-2025 Lexus ES compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2013-2018 Lexus ES) is rated 24–40 MPG combined and costs $1,650–$2,700 a year to fuel; the 2019-2025 model is rated 25–44 MPG and costs $1,480–$2,610 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Lexus ES per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD costs about $2,350 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $1,480–$2,610 a year. That is a $1,130 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2025 Lexus ES 100 miles?
About $15.67 per 100 miles for the 250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $9.87 and $17.40 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2025 Lexus ES compare with other midsize car configurations?
The 250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD costs about $2,350 a year to fuel, $180 more than the class median of $2,170, and less than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 117 rated midsize car configurations for MY2025, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2025 Lexus ES hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (300h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 44 MPG against 28 MPG for the best gas version (250 2.5L 4-cyl AWD), 16 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,480 versus $2,350 a year, a saving of $870.
Is the 2025 Lexus ES different from the 2024 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 44 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,490 to $1,480, $10 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2025 against 4 configurations for 2024. See the 2024 Lexus ES for that year.