2018 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse
When we compare the 2018 Lexus ES 300h's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Lexus ES 300h's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h is a better car than the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2018 Lexus ES 300h ranges from $22,105 to $34,998 while a used 2018 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $15,893 to $29,000.
2018 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h loses 48.2 percent of its value and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Lexus ES 300h retains 6.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 9.1 out of 10 while the Buick LaCrosse's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 300h being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the Buick LaCrosse being ranked 1 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
2018 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.8 out of 10. For the Buick LaCrosse the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 300h a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Buick LaCrosse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 194 horsepower. The ES 300h is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 671 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles. This gives the 2018 Lexus ES 300h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Buick LaCrosse. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Buick LaCrosse, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Lexus ES 300h, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Lexus ES 300h and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22105 - 34998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481887
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15893 - 29000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.145427 / 10
Reliability:
8.836281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base
2018 Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Avenir, Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
187 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
40 / 39 / 40
Range (city/hwy):
688 / 671 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3682 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
193.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3490 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18