Lexus ES VI

Lexus ES VI
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The Lexus ES VI (2012–2018): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: XV60

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth America
Dimensions
Length4,975 mm Traficom4,900 mm TC
Width1,865 mm Traficom1,820 mm TC
Height1,445 mm Traficom1,450 mm TC
Wheelbase–2,820 mm TC
Front track–1,590 mm TC
Rear track–1,580 mm TC
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,660 kg TC
Mass in running order1,755 kg Traficom–
Gross vehicle weight2,150 kg Traficom–
Seats and space
Seats5 Traficom–
Doors4 Traficom–
Luggage space (EPA)–340–425 L EPA
Passenger space (EPA)–2,832 L EPA
Performance
Top speed180 km/h Traficom–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/55R17, 235/40R19, 235/45R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2013–2018: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

113 complaints for model years 2013–2018. 19 crashes · 11 injuries

  • Brakes 26
  • Electrical system 22

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 6 versions of the Lexus ES VI

European Union 1 version

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
20182.5 L131 kW (178 PS)Petrol110 g/km301

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20182.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA139 g/km
2013–20183.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA226–227 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2018Mid-size2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)5.9–6.0 L/100 km 5-cycle136–139 g/km
2012–2018Mid-size3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.6–10.6 L/100 km 5-cycle221–244 g/km
2013Mid-size2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic5.9 L/100 km 5-cycle136 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.