2025 Lexus ES towing capacity
Max tow rating
1,000lb
- 350 FWD, 3.5L 6cyl.
- Base trim: 1,000 lb.
- Rank 4 of 4 sedans (2025).
Trailer check
Yes. 800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 1,000 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 800 lb
- Margin
- 200 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- I, up to 2,000 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 22% of 3,690 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 15-20 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 1,000 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- I, up to 2,000 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | No |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | No |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | No |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | No |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 1,000 lb: 350 FWD, $42,140.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 1,000 lb | 3,690 lb | $42,140 |
| 350 F Sport Design FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 1,000 lb | 3,690 lb | $46,725 |
| 350 Luxury FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 1,000 lb | 3,690 lb | $47,310 |
| 350 F Sport Handling FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 1,000 lb | 3,690 lb | $48,600 |
| 350 Ultra Luxury FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | FWD | 1,000 lb | 3,690 lb | $51,030 |
No rating listed: 14 trims.
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2018 to 2025: 1,000 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo S60 | 5,000 lb | T8 Core Dark Theme AWD | $52,100 |
| Lexus ES (this car) | 1,000 lb | 350 FWD | $42,140 |
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree