Lexus ES 300h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
In comparing the Lexus ES 300h's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 300h's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h is a better car than the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Pricing
A used 2024 Lexus ES 300h ranges from $46,997 to $57,799 while a used 2023 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is priced between $26,392 to $37,446. For a new model, the Lexus ES 300h's price is between $48,537 and $58,058, with the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid priced between $29,792 and $38,744.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 300h loses 48.2 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 300h retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 9.1 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 300h being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars.
Lexus ES 300h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.8 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 300h a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 300h’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid 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 Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The Lexus ES 300h and Hyundai SONATA Hybrid are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus ES 300h and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
48537 - 58058
Used Asking Price:
46997 - 57799
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481887
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29792 - 38744
Used Asking Price:
26392 - 37446
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518358
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.145427 / 10
Reliability:
8.836281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
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6 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
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1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
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5 out of / 12Ranking
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13 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SEL
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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:
215 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
50 / 54 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
660 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3730 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3325 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16