Lexus ES 300h vs. Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus ES 300h and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 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 ES 300h and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
In comparing the Lexus ES 300h's and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 300h's and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300h is a better car than the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2020 Lexus ES 300h ranges from $27,983 to $39,904 while a used 2020 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is priced between $22,483 to $32,888.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus ES 300h loses 47 percent of its value and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid loses 53.4 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 300h retains 6.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.7 out of 10 while the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 300h being ranked 1 out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid being ranked 2 out of 28. Out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Midsize Cars, the Lexus ES 300h is ranked 1 and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is ranked 2.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.6 out of 10. For the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 300h a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus ES 300h’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid base engine makes 188 horsepower. The ES 300h is rated to deliver an average of 44 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 581 miles. The MKZ Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. This gives the Lexus ES 300h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the Lexus ES 300h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus ES 300h and the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$41,810
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$48,915
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$36,750 - $63,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$36,750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$48,915
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$36,750 - $63,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,177
Price Range:
$27,983 - $39,904
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$32,747
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$27,399 - $39,350
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
45
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,895
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,399
Price Range:
$22,483 - $32,888
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$32,747
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
$27,399 - $39,350
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
33
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
51,182
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus ES 300h
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
7.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
5.6 - 9.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
21.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
7.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
5.6 - 9.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
1 - 32.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Midsize Cars)
1 - 32.7
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
Ranking
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26 out of / 28Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Rankings
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27 out of / 28Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Trim Levels
Reserve, Standard
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:
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
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:
215 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 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):
43 / 44 / 44
Range (city/hwy):
568 / 581 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
42 / 39 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
588 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3704 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:
3871 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Green
Sunlit Green
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Silver Lining Metallic
White
Eminent White Pearl
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Empire Blue Tinted Clearcoat
Gray
Magnetic Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Magma Red Clearcoat / Red Carpet Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Silver Radiance Clearcoat
White
Ceramic Pearl Tri-Coat / White Platinum Tri-Coat
Brown
Iced Mocha Premium Colorant
Interior Colors
Beige
Chateau w/Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim / Chateau w/Linear Espresso Wood Trim / Chateau w/Striated Black Film Trim
Black
Black w/Linear Espresso Wood Trim / Black w/Striated Black Film Trim
Brown
Flaxen w/Linear Espresso Wood Trim / Flaxen w/Striated Black Film Trim
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappucino
