Lexus ES 300 towing capacity by year
The Lexus ES 300 has tow data across 11 model years, from 1992 through 2002. The most recent 2002 Lexus ES 300 carries a maximum tow rating of 2,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Lexus ES 300 page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Lexus ES 300 max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Lexus ES 300, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Lexus ES 300 years (1998–2002)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 2001 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 2000 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1999 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1998 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
Older Lexus ES 300 years (1992–1997)
Earlier model years for the Lexus ES 300, going back to 1992. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1996 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1995 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1994 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1993 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
| 1992 Lexus ES 300 | 1 | 2,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.