1998 Lexus ES 300
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- Photo: Es300-front by The original uploader was DonIncognito at English Wikipedia ., CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Lexus ES 300 in Cashmere Beige Metallic, front left, 07-21-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus ES 300 (XV20) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Lexus ES300, Rear Right, 06-26-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Lexus ES 300 in Cashmere Beige Metallic, rear left, 07-21-2022 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1998 Lexus ES 300 is a 200-hp 3.0-liter V6 sedan with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od, ect-i intelligence and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,790 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The ES measures 190.2 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,319 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,790 ($61,391 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L DOHC V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | Open; FD ratio 3.933:1 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, ECT-i intelligence |
| 1st Gear | 2.81 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 2.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.933 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, independent |
| Rear Suspension | MacPherson strut, independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.7 in. x 1.10 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.5 in. x 0.39 in. disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6 aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6 aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.2 in |
| Width | 70.5 in |
| Height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 59.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,319 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Lexus ES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1998 LEXUS ES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.