2025 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 300h

2025 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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2024 Toyota
Corolla

MSRP*: $22,050 to $27,150
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MPG - City 43 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 44 MPG 40 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 215 hp 169 hp
Exterior Length 195.9 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 70.1 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the Toyota Corolla. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Lexus ES 300h and the Toyota Corolla in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus ES 300h as you will with the Toyota Corolla, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). The Lexus ES 300h will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus ES 300h is much wider than the Toyota Corolla, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lexus ES 300h, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Corolla.

Handling
The Lexus ES 300h has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus ES 300h is somewhat more powerful than the Toyota Corolla.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Lexus ES 300h transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla.

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