As the full-size sedan ranks continue to shrink, the Lexus ES faces a different competitive set annually.
Don’t forget about the Toyota Avalon, which offers Lexus-lite features at Lexus-lite pricing.
The Volvo S90 has been around for a few years, though its sleek, sedate design still charms.
The Jaguar XF is a class above but is often discounted, and it’s a good choice if you can get past its so-so infotainment and occasional rough edge.
VW’s Arteon is new to the segment, and while it’s more of an aspirational choice than the others, it’s a decent value and can be had with all-wheel drive.
The Acura RLX is a rare, high-tech sight.
You won’t see another in your office parking lot.
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The 2021 Lexus ES grabs some of the LS’ spotlight with its sleek shape and its sky-high hybrid economy. |
The 2021 Toyota Avalon lives its best life as a luxury-car companion. |
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is a compelling sedan with good features, but it's overshadowed by premium sedans that are even better. |
The 2021 Volvo S90 and V90 argue for luxury-car status with rational performance and style. |
The 2020 Acura RLX’s familiar shape hides a forward-thinking powertrain. |
Especially in wagon form, the 2020 Jaguar XF is an appealing luxury car for those of us not totally sold on SUVs. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $40,000 | $36,125 | $36,995 | $51,550 | $54,900 | $51,100 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 22 MPG City / 44 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 44 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbo/Supercharger Premium Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 |
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| Midsize Cars | Midsize Cars | Large Cars | Midsize Cars | Midsize Cars | Midsize Cars |
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| ES 350 FWD | XLE AWD (Natl) | SE FWD | T6 AWD Momentum | Sedan w/Technology Pkg | Sedan 25t Premium RWD |
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| Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2021 Lexus ES vs. 2021 Toyota Avalon | 2021 Lexus ES vs. 2021 Volkswagen Arteon | 2021 Lexus ES vs. 2021 Volvo S90 | 2021 Lexus ES vs. 2020 Acura RLX | 2021 Lexus ES vs. 2020 Jaguar XF | |
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