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1998 Lexus ES Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1998 Lexus ES: Quick Overview

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1998 Lexus ES Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1998
Make Lexus
Model ES
Trim -
Style -
Type Sedan
Category Mid-Size Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In Japan
Manufacturing City TOYOTA CITY
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight 1648.81 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 2102.4 kg
Overall Height -
Overall Length -
Overall Width -
Wheelbase Length -
Standard Seating -
Engine & Performance
Engine 1MZ-FE
Engine Size 3L
Engine Cylinders 6
Transmission -
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds -
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System -
Steering Type -
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Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) -
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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What Problems Does the 1998 Lexus ES Have?

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How long will the 1998 Lexus ES last?

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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?

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What Colors Options are Available?

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1998 Lexus ES Prices and Market Value

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1998 Lexus ES Cost of Ownership

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1998 Lexus ES Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 74.95 liters
City Mileage 7.23 km/l
Highway Mileage 9.78 km/l

1998 Lexus ES Safety Rating

NHTSA
Side Driver Rating Not Tested
Frontal Passenger Rating Not Tested
Rollover Rating Not Tested
Side Rear Passenger Rating Not Tested
Frontal Driver Rating Not Tested
IIHS
Moderate Overlap Front Test Results Not Tested

1998 Lexus ES Recalls & Defects

Exterior Lighting
Recall date 2009-04-07
Recall no. 09e012000
Source NHTSA
Summary Sabersport IS Recalling 16,270 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy Sabersport Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON MAY 11, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Sabersport AT 1-909-598-7589.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Sabersport.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen.owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1998 Lexus ES Insurance

Insurance for a 1998 Lexus ES is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 1998 Lexus ES Compare to Other Sedan?

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Final Verdict: Is the 1998 Lexus ES a Good Sedan?

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