Used 1996 Lexus ES
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1996 Lexus ES Overview
1996 Lexus ES Pricing
1996 Lexus ES pricing starts at $3,095 for the ES ES 300 Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $34,895 when new. The range-topping 1996 ES ES 300 Sedan 4D starts at $3,095 today, originally priced from $34,895.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$34,895 | $3,095 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Lexus ES models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
ES Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lexus ES (1992-1996) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 96% recommend it. These figures are based on 153 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Lexus ES
"BEST CAR EVER!!!"
"YOU NAME IT, IVE OWNED IT!!! THIS IS THE BEST CAR EVER!!! IVE OWNED ABOUT 100 CARS AND TRUCKS. TOYOTA CAMRY, BMW 325, COME CLOSE BUT THIS ONE IS BY FAR THE BEST IVE OWNED!!!"
"My best car ever !"
"This is the best car i have ever owned. I have had this car for 8 years with no problems and it now has 150,00 miles on it and runs like new toyota is an amazing company."
"301,000 miles and still going!"
"Beautiful car, great reliability and performance. I purchased used in 01 with 30k m and drove all over the country for work. It now has 301k miles and still has great pep, steering is tight, no rattles. AC & electrical all still working. I like it so much that I recently purchased a newer model - 03' ES 300."
Overall 1996 Lexus ES Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Lexus ES is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Lexus ES quality a 4.6 out of 5.
1996 Lexus ES Reliability
The 1996 Lexus ES receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 ES Features
According to drivers of the 1996 ES, here are some of its best features:
- DRIVING
- Long lasting
- Fun to drive, reliable, good gas mileage
- A reliably car with beautiful handling
- Quiet, reliable, everything you expect from a car.
1996 Lexus ES MPG by Trim
1996 ES ES 300 Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
1996 ES Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Lexus ES front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 3 out of 5.
1996 Lexus ES Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
New Lexus ES Deals and Incentives
3.99% APR | 48 months
Get 3.99% for 48 months on a new 2025 ES 300h.
$2500 Total Cash
Get $2,500 lease cash on a new 2025 ES 300h.
$449 /mo | 39 months | Due at Signing
Lease a new 2025 ES 300h for $449 a month for 39 months with $3,999 due at signing.
1996 Lexus ES
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1996 Lexus ES Depreciation
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1996 Lexus ES Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $90 | $2,567 | $1,230 | ||
2023 | + $42 | $2,609 | $1,115 | ||
2024 | $35 | $2,574 | $1,079 | ||
Now | $16 | $2,558 | $1,064 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1996 Lexus ES Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 106.6 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 37.8 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 187.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.1 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.0 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
4 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 188 @ 5200 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 203 @ 4400 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 8.7 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 130 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 6 years / 70000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Technology
- Cruise Control
1996 Lexus ES Safety
1996 Lexus ES Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 1996 Lexus ES | Used 2005 Hyundai Accent | Used 2001 Toyota Camry | Used 2004 Dodge Intrepid | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,095 | $2,471 | $2,962 | $2,415 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.6 | 3.9 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG | City 20/Hwy 29/Comb 23 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 188 @ 5200 RPM | 104 @ 5800 RPM | 136 @ 5200 RPM | 200 @ 5800 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter | V6, 2.7 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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