Red 2021 Lexus ES in a Driveway vs Gold 2021 Lexus IS on a City Street at Night

2021 Lexus ES vs 2021 Lexus IS

Are you in the market for a luxury sedan that blends performance, style, technology and comfort? You cannot go wrong with the Lexus ES midsize luxury sedan and the Lexus IS compact luxury sedan. Learn more about the differences between these world-class Lexus models with an in-depth 2021 Lexus ES vs 2021 Lexus IS comparison created by Earnhardt Lexus.  

Luxury car shoppers who choose the 2021 Lexus ES will have a smorgasbord of trim levels to choose from that are separated into a trio of base models – ES 250 AWD, ES 350 and ES 300h Hybrid – with a price tag that starts at $39,900. The redesigned 2021 Lexus ES is available in three standard models – IS 300, IS 300 AWD and IS 350 F Sport – with an affordable MSRP that starts at $39,000. Lexus ES models make room for five passengers with 16.7 cubic feet of trunk space. The Lexus IS provides luxury seating for five passengers with 10.8 cubic feet of cargo space.
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2021 Lexus ES

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2021 Lexus IS

$39,900Base MSRP$39,000
203-Horsepower 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder
Base Engine241-Horsepower 2.0-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
YesAvailable AWDYes
Lexus Safety System+ 2.0
Safety TechnologyLexus Safety System+ 2.5

 

Differences Between the 2021 Lexus ES and 2021 Lexus IS

No matter which Lexus sedan fits you best in this 2021 Lexus ES vs 2021 Lexus IS comparison, you will enjoy unrivaled performance at every turn. Lexus ES models are available with a trio of powertrains – a 203-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder that is paired with Dynamic Torque Control AWD, a 302-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 and a 215-horsepower 2.5-liter Lexus Hybrid Drive that will earn 44 mpg combined. Lexus IS entries are available with three potent powertrains – a standard 241-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 with Dynamic Torque Control AWD and a 311-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6.  

Luxury and technology are hallmarks of the Lexus brand that you will enjoy in the 2021 Lexus ES and 2021 Lexus IS. The midsize Lexus ES luxury sedan will keep families safe with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 technology and will prioritize entertainment with the available 12.3-inch Lexus Enform® touchscreen infotainment system with one-touch access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexa. Drivers who choose the Lexus IS compact luxury sedan will enjoy upgraded safety systems with the addition of Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 to the spec sheet and will enjoy an available 10.3-inch Lexus Enform® touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone integration.

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Blue 2021 Lexus ES Black Line Special Edition Rear Exterior in a Driveway
2021 Lexus ES Steering Wheel, Dashboard and Touchscreen Display
Silver 2021 Lexus IS Rear Exterior in a Driveway
2021 Lexus IS Steering Wheel, Center Console and Touchscreen Display