Overview & Reviews

Lexus polished up some of the details on the ES 330 for 2005. Revised exterior styling includes a new front and rear appearance with updated lighting and trim. Inside, color revisions and new wood availability keep things fresh. New 17-inch wheels are available in either chrome or alloy finish. A memory function now applies to both the driver and front-passenger seats, and heated and ventilated front seats are a new option. A revised steering wheel with auxiliary audio controls debuts, as does voice activation technology for the optional navigation system.

• Comprehensive array of luxury and convenience features, superb ride quality, silent cabin, advanced safety technology, excellent reputation for reliability.

• Bland driving characteristics, many of the most desirable options are expensive, no split-folding rear seat.

User Reviews:

Showing 1 through 10 of 161.00

• 

  Good, but not sporty Enough - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Loon - October 2 - 2:53 am

  As a college student this car is very nice. Performance is not bad for the sticker price. I bought this car with almost all options. I was neutral about the design of this car but when I bought it in Black/Black and tinted my windows, it appeared a lot more appealing to me. I wanted a comfortable sedan since I usually go with more than two people and commute for over 2 hrs. I wish Lexus made their sedans more sporty which now in the 2006 GS model they are sportier. Nice ride, great quality, easy navigation system, superb handing, good sound system and great for the value! After all, it is a Lexus (VERY RELIABLE!!)

• 

  My 3rd Lexus - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Ben in FL - September 28 - 11:03 pm

  Ive owned a 95 SC400, 01 GS300 and just recently picked up a 2005 ES with 42k miles. I did notice a small hiccup in the transmission when accelerating slowly from 35 to 40mph, but when you accelerate faster you dont notice it. Im not sure if its even worth going to the dealer to fix... other than that SMALL thing I really like the car and am looking forward to my next 4 hour drive. This is the smoothest car Ive ever driven, and for the price (19K) I feel like Ive gotten a very nice car without a very high price. When I drive this thing I feel successful!!

• 

  Wish we had two 330s - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Jerry - September 15 - 11:16 pm

  We had planned to buy the Avalon, and had been researching it long before it ever reached the dealership. The same day we drove the Avalon we also drove the ES 330, and our minds were made up. The Avalon is an excellent car with a better engine, but when fit, finish, materials quality, etc. are taken into account, the decision for us was easy -- the Lexus won, hands down. In addition to the car itself, you inherit a vastly different sales and service experience. We were worried about the reported transmission issues, but we learned from the Edmunds discussion boards that using a variable driving style during the learning phase was the key to good performance. It worked for us.

• 

  Great car - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By JJG - August 6 - 6:13 am

  This is a great car in the snow. I went from all wheel drive to this and do not regret it. The stability control works great. It is a very quiet car low road noise.

• 

  Finally, the car Ive been looking for - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Brad Gould - July 3 - 2:33 pm

  This is the first car that after owning for a while I havent found anything that I dislike. This oddly enough is also the first car Ive bought without driving first.

• 

  ES330 2005 - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Coach II - July 3 - 12:26 pm

  Great driving experience, handling is outstanding.2005 design is sleek and just a fun reliable car to drive.

• 

  New Lexus Fan - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By ajwells - June 25 - 10:00 am

  This is my first Lexus after four happy years in a 2001 Acura CL coupe (now discontinued)... I found the redesign of the Acura TL to be appalling so I looked at everything from BMW to Mercedes to Volvo to Subaru to Saab to Infiniti... was about to settle on a Volvo S60 when I drove the ES330... as soon as I closed the door I was sold... the quality, design, finish and drivability that was missing in almost everything I tested was here in spades... every move is silky and sure and the driving experience is wonderful, albeit more "adult" than some of the cars in this class... other than being slightly light on power I would say this car is close to perfect.

• 

  2005 ES 330 - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Rich - April 26 - 12:50 pm

  The ES is a pleasure to drive and one of the quietest cars I have ever been in. It offers a great ride with nice power. Controls are logically laid out for easy operation while driving. My 3 points of criticism are: 1) Terrible cup holders 2) Transmission hesitates when accelerating from a slow roll is a very poor design on this model 3) Front seat should be longer to reach closer to your knee for improved comfort and better support "under leg".

• 

  New Car Review - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By Ken Cluley - February 14 - 3:13 pm

  We have approximately 4K miles on this vehicle and we are very pleased with it. It is the quietest car we have ever owned and the gas mileage is close to advertised. Beautiful interior and extremely comfortable leather seating. Suspension is unmatched and the car handles like a dream.

• 

  Lexus ES 330 - 2005 Lexus ES 330
  By dtaibleson - January 10 - 10:00 pm

  Quiet, smooth, elegant, comfortable, solid, nice pick up, I dont need to feel contact with the road. Have driven Audi, BMW, Passat and Nissan and this is tops. No car is more reliable.