2006 Lexus ES 330 Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Lexus ES 330:

A true luxury car at a not so luxury price

-- Automobile

Cartier-level fit and finish

-- Car and Driver

Delivers a seamlessly smooth and reliable driving experience...Add dealer satisfaction that's consistently rated among the best, and the ES 300 becomes a hard bargain to beat.

-- New Car Test Drive

The navigation system is one terrific accessory.

-- The Detroit News

What reviewers liked least about the Lexus ES 330:

We found ourselves wanting for more power.

-- AutoWeek

Usefully shaped trunk benefits from a low liftover, but aperture is too small for really bulky items.

-- Consumer Guide

Lexus ES 330 Comparisons:

The Acura TL--the ES 300's closest competitor--has more standard equipment, comparable interior space and 50 more horsepower, but does not approach the Lexus' capacity for indulgence.

-- Automobile

Whereas the [Lexus] IS 300 evokes pure exhilaration, the ES 300 is about providing a sedate, composed ride

-- Edmunds.com

ES 300 isn't as playful or responsive as a BMW 3 Series

-- New Car Test Drive

Decently quick for this class, though slower than the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4 2.8.

-- The Car Connection

Best one-liner about the Lexus ES 330:

This Lexus would rather bask in the operatic glow of Wagner than Webber.

-- AutoWeek

In ride and handling, the ES 300 is more "little limo" than sports sedan.

-- Consumer Guide