Does the 2025 Lexus ES need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the 350 FWD.
- All 14 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $288 more a year.
- 69% of 68 sedans (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 350 FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| ES 300h FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
| 250 F Sport Design AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 350 F Sport Design FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 250 Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 350 Luxury FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| ES 300h F SPORT DESIGN FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
| 350 F Sport Handling FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| ES 300h Luxury FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
| ES 300h F SPORT HANDLING FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
| 250 Ultra Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| 350 Ultra Luxury FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| ES 300h Ultra Luxury FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 44 | $873 | $1,036 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus ES | 350 FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Audi A4 | 40 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Genesis G70 | 2.5T RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Volvo S60 | B5 Core Dark Theme AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Toyota Crown | XLE AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Lexus IS | 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia | RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Sources disagree