⚡ Standard Hybrid
HEV score — Scored using the HEV Risk Index five-factor methodology (Battery Health / Hybrid Transmission / ICE Engine / Brakes / Software). HEV and BEV scores share the same 0–100 scale and bands but use different factors and weights — these scores are not interchangeable.

2025 Lexus ES Hybrid

HEV Risk Index 25/100 (estimate) · Low risk · Updated June 7, 2026

HEV Score
25/100 (Low risk)
Segment
Luxury sedan
Battery
~0.9 kWh · NiMH
Battery supplier
Toyota / Panasonic (in-house)
Fuel economy
44 mpg combined
Fast charging
N/A — standard HEV
Engine
2.5L 4-cylinder Atkinson cycle
Transmission
e-CVT (Lexus variant)
Drivetrain
FWD
Region
North America

Known issues

One of the most reliable vehicles in any segment. ES platform has lowest software complaint rate of any Lexus hybrid.

⚠️ Score pending NHTSA verification

HEV Risk Index score 25/100 (Low risk) is an engineering estimate based on manufacturer specs, complaint trends, and hybrid system design analysis — not yet derived from NHTSA complaint data. The score band is provided for directional guidance only. Do not use this score as the sole basis for a purchase decision. When NHTSA data is available, this vehicle will be re-scored.

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Diagnostic Code Reference

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Help other owners — file with the regulator early

Regulatory complaints to NHTSA, Transport Canada, DVSA, and other authorities feed national defect databases. Each report contributes to pattern detection that can trigger formal investigations and recalls — protecting other owners of the same vehicle, not just you.

You can file a regulatory complaint at any time, even before contacting your manufacturer or dealer.

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How Lexus HEVs compare

HEV Risk Index score by model — lower is better. The vehicle you're viewing is highlighted.

2025 ES Hybrid ← this vehicle 25
2025 UX Hybrid 28
2025 NX Hybrid 30
2025 RX Hybrid 30
2025 TX Hybrid 33
Low 0–30 Moderate 31–60 High 61–80 Critical 81–100

What the score means

An HEV Risk Index score of 25/100 places this vehicle in our low risk band. This score is a directional engineering estimate — derived from manufacturer specs, complaint trends, and hybrid system design, and not yet verified against NHTSA complaint data. It will be re-scored once that data is available.

See the five-factor HEV Risk Index methodology for how this score is calculated.

Verify with your regulator

Always verify recall status using your specific VIN on the regulator database — recall eligibility is vehicle-specific.

Before you buy or sign — what to verify

  • Check your specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (US) or Transport Canada (CA)
  • Confirm all open recalls have been completed — recall status is vehicle-specific
  • Verify hybrid battery health with an OBD-II scan (most independent shops can do this)
  • Check service history for "check hybrid system" warning lights or any P0C00/P0A0x DTC codes
  • Confirm warranty status — 8 years / 100,000 miles on hybrid battery (10 years / 150,000 miles in CARB states)
  • Inspect e-CVT operation — request a test drive and listen for any unusual noises from the transmission

Related HEVs from Lexus

2025 Lexus UX Hybrid estimate

HEV · 28/100 · Low risk

2025 Lexus NX Hybrid estimate

HEV · 30/100 · Low risk

2025 Lexus RX Hybrid estimate

HEV · 30/100 · Low risk

2025 Lexus TX Hybrid estimate

HEV · 33/100 · Moderate risk

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