Lexus CT 200h vs. Lexus ES 300h
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus CT 200h and Lexus ES 300h contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus CT 200h and the Lexus ES 300h.
When comparing the Lexus CT 200h's and the Lexus ES 300h's specifications and ratings, the Lexus CT 200h has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus CT 200h's and the Lexus ES 300h's specifications and ratings, the Lexus CT 200h is a better car than the Lexus ES 300h.
Pricing: A used 2017 Lexus CT 200h ranges from $14,979 to $24,998 while a used 2017 Lexus ES 300h is priced between $18,967 to $31,443.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus CT 200h’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Lexus ES 300h base engine makes 200 horsepower. The CT 200h is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The ES 300h is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 671 miles.This gives the Lexus CT 200h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus ES 300h the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Lexus CT 200h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Lexus ES 300h has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,250
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$41,820
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$38,495
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$35,170 - $41,820
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,128
Price Range:
$14,979 - $24,998
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
38
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
76,986
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,602
Price Range:
$18,967 - $31,443
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$21,137
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$17,671 - $24,602
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88,825
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Lexus CT 200h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus CT 200h
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
30.9%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus ES 300h
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
5.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
4.8 - 6.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
21.5%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
1.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
1 - 1.2
Lexus CT 200h Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
26 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Lexus CT 200h Trim Levels
Base
Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base
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:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 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):
43 / 40 / 42
Range (city/hwy):
512 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3130 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
171.3 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Blue Vortex Metallic / Blue Vortex Metallic w/ Black Roof
Brown
Autumn Shimmer
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl / Nebula Gray Pearl w/ Black Roof
Red
Redline / Redline w/ Black Roof
Silver
Atomic Silver / Atomic Silver w/ Black Roof
White
Eminent White Pearl / Ultra White w/ Black Roof
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Brown
Autumn Shimmer
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Silver Lining Metallic
White
Eminent White Pearl
Beige
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment
Black
Black / Black w/White Perforations
Brown
Caramel / Flaxen
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment w/Espresso Birds-Eye Maple Trim / Parchment w/Matte Honey Bamboo Trim / Parchment w/Piano Black Trim
Black
Black w/Espresso Birds-Eye Maple Trim / Black w/Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim / Black w/Piano Black Trim
Brown
Flaxen w/Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim / Flaxen w/Matte Honey Bamboo Trim / Flaxen w/Piano Black Trim
Gray
Stratus Gray w/Espresso Birds-Eye Maple Trim / Stratus Gray w/Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim / Stratus Gray w/Piano Black Trim
