Overview & Reviews

Other than new availability of satellite radio, there are no changes to the Lexus ES 330. Stated horsepower for the car's V6 engine is slightly lower than last year, however, due to Lexus' adoption of new SAE engine testing procedures.

• 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:

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  Disappointed - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By MissPissed - August 20 - 9:40 am

  Steering is too sensitive, although it turns extremely well. Does not handle well in high wind. After owning the Chrysler 300C, the Lexus ES330 was a disappointment. Gets pretty good gas mileage, but you have to use premium fuel (Edmunds reports regular fuel -- not true, and the dealer didnt tell us about the fuel until we were ready to leave with the car! (Lesson learned: Buyer Beware!) Navigation system is too complicated and inaccurate, which doesnt help when youre in the middle of heavy, high-speed traffic and need it the most! Sound system could be improved with better quality speakers or more of them.

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  awesome car - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By stan - March 5 - 6:16 pm

  Bought the 2006 black diamond edition with all options. Car is quietest, smoothest riding vehicle I have owned. Fuel economy seems to be ok- 23/24 city so far. Interior is first rate and radio sounds like you are in a concert hall. No evidence of trans problem others have had.

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  A best buy - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By rfabricio - January 10 - 5:10 am

  This is my second Lexus ES. The car had decent acceleration but i found it lacking when merging into an expressway. Comfortable and quality.I bought a 2003 ES300 with 33,000 on it in 2008. I drove it for 30,000 with no mayor issues. The car was like new even though it was 5 years old when I bought it. The worse problem was that a mechanic at Lexus of North Miami sabotaged the AC system. Got angry when I complained he had not changed the AC cabin air filter after servicing the AC, which included the filter. A different dealer confirmed the AC had been purposely tinkered with and gave an estimate for $900. Took it back to Lexus of North Miami and service manager had it repaired for free. Car

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  Too quiet - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By 6th time around - June 27 - 6:20 am

  This is my 6th Lexus and the quietest yet...I can barely hear the car when I am stopped at a light....several times I have attempted to get out of the car with the motor running because it was so silent and still while in park...I can drive a thousand miles and not feel it in my car....I just wonder why I cannot put the 18 gallons of gas in my ES 330 and why I am not getting the 300plus miles from a full tank.

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  Truly Happy - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By richard - January 10 - 4:40 am

  From the moment I purchased my ES 330 I loved the plush feel, silent ride and smoothness, I found myself wanting to share the experience with everyone. Subsequently, I brought my wife to the dealership and promptly acquired an RX 330 for her. The ES and RX are the wisest and best investments I have ever made regarding vehicles

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  Black Diamond Edition - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By gafuldem - December 7 - 11:56 pm

  This car is a very nice car. It is very smooth, reliable, I am 6 foot 3 I have found enough room to drive the car. It is comfortable. It looks nice. It is good on gas. No vibration. Black Diamond Edition makes it even better. Stereo is nice. I care about keeping my money in my pocket. I like to keep extra extra money in the bank. :) Repairs arent an issue because it seems that it will not break. Maintaining the car is affordable also if you take it to a great mechanic who treats your car well. Mercedes Bmw and every other expensive car on the road has to pay for expensive repairs and to also maintain it. People who drive those cars normally have their eyes fixed on mine. Get one. Save$

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  Love My New Lexus ES 330! - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By chulsey - November 28 - 12:23 am

  I have never owned a Lexus until now, and I see why owners of them are so loyal. The car, for the price, has so much too offer in terms of comfort, safety, sportiness and luxury. I was impressed by the comfort and responsiveness. For the price, safety and reliability I couldnt justify not taking the Lexus ES 330 home! I am so happy with my purchase!

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  Never Again - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By Charlie - November 10 - 2:46 am

  Always wanted to own a Lexus. I now own my first and last. Previously owned a Park Avenue which had more comfortable seats, more leg and head room, front and back, smoother transmission, better overall ride, better gas mileage (3 to 4 more miles per gallon on regular gas), better designed dash and driving controls as well as more luxury features. Lexus is over rated and after driving it for a year can only say it has been a great disappointment. Only wish they still made the Park Avenue.

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  2005 ES 330 - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By William - November 25 - 7:00 am

  We drove this car from San Francisco to Palm Desert CA, one week after we purchased it. We like the leather seats in our 1997 ES 300 better, but this was a pure delight to drive. Its drives like a well built car.

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  Great car, great ride - 2006 Lexus ES 330
  By Daniel - October 20 - 11:53 pm

  This car has the best ride in its class. The interior is outstanding and the finishings are impecable. The navigation system is great. The performance is not bad but I didnt buy the car for the speed or superb handling but rather for the ease of driving and comfort. The ride is smooth and beyond what you could get in other pricier cars.