Sedan Hybrid ECVT FWD 5-seat

Lexus ES 300h SE

Price in Polokwane, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current seventh-generation Lexus ES executive sedan Current version Current South African ES range; the next-generation local range has not yet received final derivative confirmation Body style Sedan
ES ES 300h SE is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol and hybrid power.
ZAR 1,138,800
On-road in
ZAR 1,156,829
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,138,800
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,400
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 950
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 9,680
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,138,800
Estimated finance from ZAR 20,013/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2500cc (2.5L) Torque:221Nm (163 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:158mm (6.2″) Power:160kW (215 bhp) Boot454L (16.0 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 21.7 km/l (51 mpg)
City 17.5 km/l (41 mpg)
Highway 25.2 km/l (59 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Lexus ES 300h SE in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 20,013
Total Interest
ZAR 290,796
Total Payable
ZAR 1,200,796
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Lexus ES 300h SE

ES ES 300h SE is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol and hybrid power.

The Lexus ES 300h SE is the high-specification derivative in the South African ES range and is listed at R1 138 800. Output is listed as 160 kW with torque shown as 221 Nm. The ES 300h SE is strongest for an executive-sedan buyer who values low-noise comfort, rear-seat space and restrained ownership costs over an SUV driving position. This ES 300h SE suits an executive-sedan buyer who values low-noise comfort, rear-seat space and restrained ownership costs over an SUV driving position who wants the high-specification point in the range. The Lexus ES 300h SE is a rational high-specification choice when its R1 138 800 price, 2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid EFI+D-4S, ECVT and FWD solve a recurring need. The ES ES 300h SE has a clearer South African buying case when its sedan shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are Petrol and Hybrid power and a ECVT transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. For a buyer searching the ES ES 300h SE price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R1,138,800 describes the opportunity; engine of 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid and a power output of 160 kW @ 5700 rpm describe the conditions around it. For this South African sedan, the owner should weigh engine choices of 2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid EFI+D-4S; 160 kW; 221 Nm; ECVT; FWD against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. A proper look at the ES ES 300h SE begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, Hybrid power sits beside the top trim, while an active listing sets a practical boundary. The useful starting points are an active listing and a South African price reference of R1,138,800; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for ES ES 300h SE. For daily transport, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for ES ES 300h SE

Lexus ES — Quick Facts

Lexus ES Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
ES 250 EX Base Petrol Efficiency15.2 km/l Direct Shift Automatic 8-speed ZAR 851,500
ES 300h EX Base Hybrid Efficiency21.7 km/l ECVT ZAR 925,400
ES 300h SE Top Hybrid Efficiency21.7 km/l ECVT ZAR 1,138,800
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
ES 250 EX Base Petrol Efficiency15.2 km/l Direct Shift Automatic 8-speed ZAR 851,500
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
ES 300h EX Base Hybrid Efficiency21.7 km/l ECVT ZAR 925,400
ES 300h SE Top Hybrid Efficiency21.7 km/l ECVT ZAR 1,138,800
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Lexus ES Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Lexus ES Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching ES ES 300h SE should separate need from showroom appeal. If Petrol and Hybrid power solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
Around town, ES ES 300h SE should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an active listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R1,138,800 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
The ES 300h SE should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the ES ES 300h SE out with the load it normally carries. A ECVT transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how Hybrid power feels on a gradient
Off-Road
Practical fit is equally important: boot space 454 litres; ground clearance 158 mm. If the ES ES 300h SE will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R1,138,800 against the stated drivetrain

Lexus ES 300h SE — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

ES ES 300h SE deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

ES ES 300h SE is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol and Hybrid power and accept the limitation represented by the top trim. A fair review of ES ES 300h SE should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of engine of 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid, a power output of 160 kW @ 5700 rpm and a e-CVT transmission can be valuable for the right driver for ES ES 300h SE. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for ES ES 300h SE. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for ES ES 300h SE

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Sedan
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol and Hybrid
  • ✓Transmission: ECVT
  • ✓Fuel type: Hybrid
  • ✓Trim: top
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R1,138,800
  • ✓Engine: 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid
  • ✓Power output: 160 kW @ 5700 rpm
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for ES ES 300h SE can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for ES ES 300h SE depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written ES ES 300h SE quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate ES ES 300h SE budget.
  • ✕A short ES ES 300h SE test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕ES ES 300h SE capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent ES ES 300h SE grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published ES ES 300h SE figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm ES ES 300h SE stock and support terms.

Lexus ES FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Lexus ES 300h SE is R1,138,800. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises ES 250 EX, ES 300h EX, ES 300h SE. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Lexus ES 300h SE is 158 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Lexus ES 300h SE is 2500 cc, with output shown as 160 kW (215 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Lexus ES 300h SE is around 21.7 km/l.

A shopper researching ES ES 300h SE should separate need from showroom appeal. If Petrol and Hybrid power solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

Around town, ES ES 300h SE should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an active listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R1,138,800 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or...

The ES 300h SE should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the ES ES 300h SE out with the load it normally carries.

Buyers researching the Lexus ES often compare it with rivals such as Mercedes-Benz A-Class , BMW 3 Series , Mercedes-Benz C-Class , Toyota GR86 , BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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