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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  EXCELLENCE RUNS IN THE FAMILY - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By franchise - January 12 - 3:46 pm

  Lots of car for the money. Step up is a big one in money for a better car. Step down, you get Camary, or Mazima. Not bad. Yet, certainly different thant the appointments of this small Lexus. Much more car for about $4 to $5K more.

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  Worst car ever - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By kelli - November 9 - 2:43 pm

  My third Lexus. First two 96 and 98 ES300s were great. This car has been cheapened up. Most repairs ever. The wheels bend. The aluminum is too soft. It has no power and the tranny shifts when you would think it wouldnt. Sway bar links, struts, wheel bearings, lights, wheels, all replaced. Check engine light comes on and off. It was a older one owner vehicle and it has been the worst vehicle I have ever owned. Avoid this model. Gonna take my losses and try the ES350.

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  Comforting and smooth performance - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Eric Hwang - October 31 - 10:00 am

  I have been dring the Es300 for about 3 months and the car gets better and better. It is more quieter than the bmw 300 series and better performance than a volvo 60. I was suprised to see a company with a short history can make this kind of car.Im very satisfied with this machine and planning to purchase more cars from Lexus.

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  Wow!!! es300 rocks! - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By my1st lexus - September 12 - 10:00 am

  I bought my ES300 against my wifes objection. We have always been Benz fan and my last car was S320. Let me tell you my friends, this car actually runs smoother and quieter that my last benz. Fits and finishes are first class and Valencia Lexus service is better than any dealership Ive ever been. To be honest, I am disappointed with the declining quality and service of Mercedes benz. even my wife is thinking of getting RX330 when it comes out next year.

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  Transmission Problems - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By UMOX - September 5 - 7:53 pm

  More luxury, less driving fun than my 92 ES300. Major problems with the new 5 speed electronic transmission. Downshift from 5th into 3rd for passing when aggressive shift is needed delays and rpm builds for a second before lower gear engages. This has been of serious concern at times when immediate response was necessary. Lexus says they are aware of the problem. But no fix available yet.The car has sufficient power and pick up for other driving situations.

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  Liked it so much... - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By MichaelCMTX - August 19 - 11:26 am

  My wifes choice. Definitely not the place to look for sportiness, but for a relaxed, comfortable ride thats roomy and reliable - very tough to beat. Fuel economy pretty doggone decent for a car of its size. The price of getting it CPO was right up with a new Camry, but we made the right choice. Traded it in today for a CPO 2006 ES330. Sad to see it go, but not so sad we didnt get basically the same car in a different color (albeit with heated/cooled seats!!). Figured if I was going to drop $1000 for a timing belt, why not just upgrade? Some tires ride nice but wear fast, so be careful.

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  Ill never buy another one - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By PARSON121 - August 8 - 2:00 am

  I had a 1993 Buick Park Ave Ultra that was supercharged so I figured the hesitation and lack of power was because I was used to a different car. The braking is poor, brakes replaced at 14000 miles,car hesitates on acceleration(dealer did the computer fix yesterday)still the same,had loaner car 2004 ES330 -same problems,brakes, acceleration etc.

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  02 Lexus ES - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Insurance Man - April 5 - 4:00 pm

  Compared Volvo S60, Acura TL, Audi A6, Infiniti I35, Jag X-Type and Lexus ES. Selected the ES due to quiet cabin, smooth ride, comfortable seats, adequate acceleration, Lexus reliability. Dealer is extremely easy to deal with. This is my 4th Lexus - Have never had one in the shop for anything except scheduled maintenance.

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  Marks ES - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Mark666 - March 31 - 10:00 am

  Best car Ive ever owned. I bought black with black interior. Only issue in the purchase was that it took almost 7 weeks to get the car and during most of that time the dealer lacked the ability to update me.

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  Ugly as hell ! - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By thejavagod - March 31 - 2:00 am

  This is one UGLY car! Interior is exceptionally luxurious! This car has zero driving fun...compared to my Acura TL Type S this ES300 feels like a big old boat!