1998 Lexus ES 300
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars