2023 Chrysler 300 vs. 2024 Lexus ES 300h Review

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2023 Chrysler
300

MSRP*: $36,145 to $55,000
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2024 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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MPG - City 15 - 19 MPG 43 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 292-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 363-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 485-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 292 - 485 hp 215 hp
Exterior Length 198.6 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 75.0 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.1 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Head Room Front 36.9 - 38.6 in
Rear 36.9 - 37.9 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Chrysler 300 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus ES 300h. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Chrysler 300 and the Lexus ES 300h in the front seats.

Convenience
The Lexus ES 300h requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Chrysler 300, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Chrysler 300 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus ES 300h.

Dimensions
Since the Chrysler 300 is much wider than the Lexus ES 300h, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Chrysler 300 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus ES 300h.

Handling
The Chrysler 300 has about the same turning radius as the Lexus ES 300h, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chrysler 300 has a much more powerful engine than the Lexus ES 300h. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Chrysler 300 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Lexus ES 300h.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chrysler 300 and the Lexus ES 300h.