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Reliability Database
Lexus

ES

Midsize Sedan
Best Engine ✅ Recommended (4.6)
5 Generations
14 Engines Rated
2,827 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
7 recommended 3 caution 4 avoid

Generation Timeline

2000-2001 XV20
2 engines
88 complaints 🔥 5
Unknown ✅ Recommended (3.6)
→
2002-2006 XV30
3 engines
778 complaints 🔥 19 ☠ 3
Unknown ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
→
2007-2012 XV40
3 engines
1,633 complaints 🔥 13 ☠ 9
Unknown ⚠️ Caution (2.4)
→
2013-2018 XV60
3 engines
204 complaints
Unknown ✅ Recommended (4.6)
→
2019-2025 XV70
3 engines
124 complaints 🔥 1
3.5L 6-cyl ✅ Recommended (3.8)
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