Overview & Reviews

Lexus has introduced a completely redesigned ES 300 for 2002. The new car is roomier and quieter than the previous car, and in many ways has become more closely aligned with the LS 430 flagship model. Safety and feature quotients have been increased, and the car is wrapped in a svelte new body.

• Nice array of luxury and convenience features, strong and silent V6, advanced safety technology.

• Many of the desired features are optional and expensive.

User Reviews:

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  Best luxury for price. - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Bugs - February 17 - 10:00 am

  True to Lexus tradition, this is the best luxury sedan for the price. Others imitate but can never catch up.

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  Good car but transmission is lousy - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By fredj - January 12 - 2:00 am

  Many positives about this car BUT, transmission is such an integral part of a car, and this one is lousy for a car of this price. The engine and transmission seem to have trouble communicating on a downshift, when you are cruising in the 40-55mph range, transmission seems to keep searching for the right car, up then down, then up etc..Spoke with Lexus customer service and they said they have a few complaints but have no intention for any fixes at this time... This is strange because my dealer told me he had more than 15 complaints on this issue..Not acceptable for a luxury crusier sedan

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  What a perfect cat - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By won - December 21 - 3:33 pm

  This is my first Lexus ever. I test drove other competitive cars and found this car is the best. There was nothing to compare. Comfort, design (especially interior) and size. The best part was comfort and reliability. As you know Lexus can run 200,000 miles very easily. It drives like a heaven.

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  Finest Yet - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By #2in2 - October 7 - 10:00 am

  Wow! Just traded my 2001 ES300 for the 2002. Night and day difference! This is car #40 for me and Ive done them all, from Studebaker to Mercedes. This is the finest car Ive ever been in. Style is awesome, interior a knockout, quiet, smooth and responsive. Tranny is a big improvement over last year, as is everything else.

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  2002 Lexus ES300 - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By justreviewer - September 24 - 9:30 pm

  It is a comfortable car to drive. Smooth and quiet. No seat warmers. I dont know if that was even offered as an option at the time. It would be better if its performance was as good as its luxury.

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  Perfection - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Smooth Ride - September 20 - 11:36 am

  If you need a dependable good looking vehicle. Then the Lexus ES300 is perfect for you. This car is faster than what most people say. This car just is all around smooth luxorious ride. If you want a race car then I would stay away from it. Navigation is a must.

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  A first rate car - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By krutlem - August 17 - 4:33 am

  This car looks good and drives just as well. Its reliability is tops and comfort and freedom from road noise is a delight. The only downsides worthy of mention is there should have been more attention paid to an owners need to override the default settings of many details (like the loudness of the directional signals or the duration of the headlights on after leaving the car).

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  almost great - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By ronhawk62 - July 20 - 10:00 am

  My ES300 has been a joy most of the time. It is very quite and drives and handles well.The transmission seems to be on another wave length, always about a second or two of indecision and then shifting down with a bit of roughness that doesnt fit this or any car in the 21st century.Other than the transmission thecar has exceded my expectations.

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  Lexus ES 300 Is Excellent - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Singh - July 20 - 10:00 am

  Smooth Drive, Luxurious feel, GPS is very good,

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  More Reliable than Mercedes - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Dr JSG - January 24 - 10:00 am

  I traded a 2000 E430 that was a disaster. What I like about this car is that is drives comfortable. The ride is smooth and appears well made. it lacks pep. Another 50 hours would be nice. Transmission should be more smooth. Less roll on turns would be nice. The dealer is obsessed with outstanding service! The do things right!