Comprehensive array of luxury and convenience features, superb ride quality, smooth and silent V6, advanced safety technology, excellent reputation for reliability.

Cons

Bland driving characteristics, less powerful than most competitors, many of the desired features and options are expensive, no split-folding rear seat.

What’s new

Completely redesigned last year, the 2003 ES 300's only change is the addition of power-adjustable pedals.

Edmunds says

Packed with features and safety equipment, the ES 300 sets the standard for entry-level luxury sedans -- as long as "luxury" is the most important part of this segment for you.

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2003 Lexus ES 300
Base Sedan
$5,500
great price
$1,283 below market
- 113,368 miles
- No accidents, 6 owners, personal use
- 18 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Supreme Raleigh (8 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Raleigh, NC
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JTHBF30G236011474
Stock: 011474
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-21-2025
2003 Lexus ES 300
Base Sedan
$7,495
- 136,654 miles
- No accidents, 7 owners, personal use only
- 18 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Quality Motors of Thomasville (78 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
Close
Located in Thomasville, NC
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (18 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JTHBF30G336013590
Stock: 02946
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-06-2025

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Mika, 11/06/2006

2003 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

This vehicle handles well on the highway it has a kick during take off. I'm happy with the space I tend to let others drive and ride in the back. It also does good under cold conditions the engine remains quiet and warms up quickly. Overall I'm happy with my decision. By the way it has a nice sound system. The navigation is pretty accurate for the most part.

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Akent, 09/27/2006

2003 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

I bought this Lexus online with 51,000 miles as a lease turn-in for my wife. It is even better than expected. The interior was nearly flawless with the most supple leather seats I have ever sat in. I read numerous reviews saying it lacked power, but I have not found that to be true. It was made to be a luxury vehicle, not a fast sports car. The ride is smooth and quiet. It is very …

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jtg, 11/10/2010

2003 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

Bought this car for my wife. She loves it. Really well built. Quiet. Sound system is amazing. Smooth/classy. Very happy with this car

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Mojo, 12/11/2009

2003 Lexus ES 300 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 5A)

The ES300 has been a very high quality and reliable automobile requiring very few repairs above and beyond the required scheduled maintenance. This vehicle gets decent gas mileage and generally averages about 21-23 mpg, and also has a very quiet and comfortable ride. However, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that this specific model has a slight hesitation in acceleration that the …

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2003 ES 300 Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,725
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$164/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	14.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Key safety features on the ES 300 include:

Alarm

NHTSA Overall Rating

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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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