2017 Lexus ES: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyWell above average
It scores 96 out of 100 for reliability compared with other luxury cars and SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $15,078 to own, including $2,465 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Lexus ES.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$1,123
Body, glass & interior$350
Transmission & drivetrain$318
Electrical system$178
Driver-assist & stability$138
Steering$77
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod AssemblyJun 29, 2017 · campaign 17V415000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Lexus ES350 vehicles. The right-hand side tie rod lock nut may loosen over time.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
No. It scores 96 out of 100, one of the more reliable luxury cars and SUVs of 2015–2024.
Is the 2017 Lexus ES reliable?
It scores 96 out of 100 against other luxury cars and SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is well above average. Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,465 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2017 Lexus ES cost to own?
About $15,078 over 5 years: $4,113 in lost value, $2,465 in repairs and $8,500 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $16,586 today.
What are the best years of the Lexus ES?
Of the years we rate, the 2015 scores best (100/100) and the 2019 worst (70/100).