$561 higher median
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
$5,851Median asking price · 53 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,200–$7,500
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual E320 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
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2003 Lexus ES prices in the U.S.
$5,290
Median pre-owned asking price
51 pre-owned listings · Updated October 24, 2026
National price overview
Typical asking price range
$4,199 – $6,997 All 51 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$5,290Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of October 24, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2003 Lexus ES in the U.S. is $5,290, based on 51 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2003 Lexus ES in the U.S. is $5,290 based on 51 active listings.
51 active dealer listings
Snapshot October 24, 2026 · refreshed daily
Typical: $4,199–$6,997 — the middle half of 51 asking prices
Median $5,290
$2,495 low
$9,187 high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$5,290
Pre-owned median (51)
166,718
Average mileage
Live 2003 Lexus ES listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $5,290
2003 Lexus ES
300
$5,995
VIN JTHBF30G630151272
+$705 · vs all-listings median
2003 Lexus ES
300
$5,499
VIN JTHBF30G836010104
+$209 · vs all-listings median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2003 Lexus ES with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 24, 2026, among alternatives (model years 2001–2003) to the 2003 Lexus ES in this catalog, the 2003 Acura TL has the lowest median asking price ($5,450, 25 listings with photos) and the 2003 Lincoln Town CAR the highest ($7,349, 37 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2003 Lexus ES
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 47 listings with photos, catalog median $5,290 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $3,999–$6,999
Photo: 300 · 95,587 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
$445 higher median
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
$5,735Median asking price · 41 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,499–$6,875
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual C240 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$160 higher median
2003 Acura TL
$5,450Median asking price · 25 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,697–$5,999
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual 32 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,698 higher median
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$6,988Median asking price · 44 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$5,060–$8,995
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual S600 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,059 higher median
2003 Lincoln Town CAR
$7,349Median asking price · 37 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$5,995–$9,990
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Cartier listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Lexus ES All trims | see price overview above | $3,999–$6,999 | 47 |
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All trims | $5,851 | $4,200–$7,500 | 53 |
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class All trims | $5,735 | $4,499–$6,875 | 41 |
| 2003 Acura TL All trims | $5,450 | $4,697–$5,999 | 25 |
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class All trims | $6,988 | $5,060–$8,995 | 44 |
| 2003 Lincoln Town CAR All trims | $7,349 | $5,995–$9,990 | 37 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.
Understand the differences
2003 Lexus ES: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2003 Lexus ES factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price history
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2003 Lexus ES is $5,497 (October 2026) — up 22.3% from $4,495 in August 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | $5,497 | $4,650–$6,994 | 31 |
| September 2026 | $5,724 | $3,999–$6,867 | 34 |
| August 2026 | $5,800 | $3,999–$6,719 | 44 |
| July 2026 | $5,395 | $4,669–$7,797 | 51 |
| June 2026 | $5,797 | $4,837–$6,992 | 32 |
| May 2026 | $5,925 | $4,838–$6,609 | 24 |
| April 2026 | $6,000 | $4,950–$6,995 | 25 |
| March 2026 | $5,374 | $3,999–$6,990 | 38 |
| February 2026 | $4,995 | $4,297–$6,145 | 23 |
| January 2026 | $4,972 | $3,995–$6,675 | 34 |
| December 2025 | $5,999 | $4,995–$7,300 | 21 |
| November 2025 | $5,469 | $3,999–$5,999 | 21 |
| October 2025 | $6,250 | $5,250–$6,995 | 10 |
| September 2025 | $4,995 | $4,774–$5,740 | 11 |
| August 2025 | $4,495 | $3,948–$5,688 | 11 |
2003 Lexus ES prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2003 Lexus ES for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot October 24, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Ohio
Typical asking price
$4,850
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Florida
Typical asking price
$5,900
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 19
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Illinois
Typical asking price
$4,746
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 14
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Massachusetts
Typical asking price
$5,995
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Texas
Typical asking price
$5,312
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 14
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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Washington
Typical asking price
$5,499
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 11
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
New Jersey
Typical asking price
$5,250
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 8
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
South Carolina
Typical asking price
$4,248
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 8
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Virginia
Typical asking price
$4,856
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 12
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Georgia
Typical asking price
$5,299
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Maryland
Typical asking price
$4,848
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Missouri
Typical asking price
$6,995
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Oregon
Typical asking price
$4,988
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Pennsylvania
Typical asking price
$8,990
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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| State | Typical price | Listed this year | Active now |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $5,838 | 50 | 12 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Florida | $5,900 | 19 | 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Illinois | $4,746 | 14 | 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Texas | $5,312 | 14 | 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Virginia | $4,856 | 12 | 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Washington | $5,499 | 11 | 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Ohio | $4,850 | 9 | 4 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| New Jersey | $5,250 | 8 | 2 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| South Carolina | $4,248 | 8 | 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Georgia | $5,299 | 7 | 0 |
| Massachusetts | $5,995 | 7 | 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby → |
| Oregon | $4,988 | 7 | 0 |
| Maryland | $4,848 | 6 | 0 |
| Missouri | $6,995 | 5 | 0 |
| Pennsylvania | $8,990 | 5 | 0 |
Listed this year counts every 2003 Lexus ES first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Lexus ES years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
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2002
Lexus ES
Typical asking price
$5,922
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Typical asking price
$5,995
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See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $57,489 Median
- 2026 $56,919 Median
- 2025 $46,989 Median
- 2024 $42,474 Median
- 2023 $38,912 Median
- 2022 $34,992 Median
- 2021 $31,717 Median
- 2020 $29,522 Median
- 2019 $27,297 Median
- 2018 $22,993 Median
- 2017 $22,421 Median
- 2016 $20,416 Median
- 2015 $17,475 Median
- 2014 $15,440 Median
- 2013 $13,715 Median
- 2012 $12,497 Median
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What would a 2003 Lexus ES cost per month?
Estimate the monthly payment on a $5,290 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$94
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $529 down
Amount financed
$4,761
Total interest
$879
Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.
Before you buy
A few important steps can help you buy with confidence.
- Check title and accident history
- Arrange an independent inspection
- Review factory equipment
- Check recalls by VIN
Frequently asked questions
Why do 2003 Lexus ES prices range from $2,495 to $9,187?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $4,199 and $6,997 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
Is $5,652 a good price for a 2003 Lexus ES?
$5,652 is the market average as of October 24, 2026. The $5,290 median is a comparison point, not a deal rating. Compare the same trim and mileage band, and check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2003 Lexus ES are for sale right now?
51 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2003 Lexus ES?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 51 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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