Lexus IS/ES Repair Cost Guide

Luxury Sedan

Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2019-2025 Lexus IS/ES, compiled from 9 industry sources (7 high-confidence). Covers 10 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$125-$5,600
Body Labor
$130/hr
Paint Labor
$135/hr
Annual Maint.
$551/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$350-$1,200

Single panel scratch, small dent, minor scuff

Moderate

$1,200-$3,500

Bumper replacement with sensors, fender replacement, mirror with BSM

Major

$3,500-$10,000

Multiple panel damage, structural repair, Triple-Beam headlight replacement

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Replacement
2-4.5 hrs
Front bumper cover replacement with paint and sensor reinstallation
$850-$2,150
Parts: $300-$900 Labor: $250-$600 Paint: $300-$650 ADAS calibration required
Rear Bumper Replacement
1.5-3.5 hrs
Rear bumper cover replacement with paint
$750-$1,900
Parts: $250-$800 Labor: $200-$500 Paint: $300-$600 ADAS calibration required
Front Bumper Repair
2-6 hrs
Front bumper repair and repaint (scratches, scuffs)
$550-$1,420
Parts: $0-$120 Labor: $300-$800 Paint: $250-$500
Fender Replacement
2-4.5 hrs
Front fender replacement with paint
$850-$1,900
Parts: $300-$700 Labor: $250-$600 Paint: $300-$600
Door Replacement
3-7 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement including glass and hardware
$1,550-$3,350
Parts: $700-$1500 Labor: $400-$1000 Paint: $450-$850
Windshield Replacement
1-2.5 hrs
Windshield replacement with Lexus Safety System+ calibration
$600-$1,500
Parts: $400-$900 Labor: $120-$300 ADAS calibration required
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement with BSM
$1,004-$1,256
Parts: $500-$1000 Labor: $80-$200 Paint: $50-$150 ADAS calibration required
Headlight Replacement
0.5-2 hrs
Headlight assembly replacement (LED or Triple-Beam LED)
$700-$2,100
Parts: $600-$1800 Labor: $100-$300
Quarter Panel Replacement
8-25 hrs
Quarter panel repair or replacement with paint
$2,150-$5,600
Parts: $500-$1200 Labor: $1200-$3500 Paint: $450-$900
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-3 hrs
Paintless dent repair (PDR) for minor dents without paint damage
$125-$550
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $125-$550

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$130/hr
Paint
$135/hr
Mechanical
$155/hr
Frame
$160/hr

Lexus dealerships charge $130-$200/hr; independent shops $90-$150/hr

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Cover
$400-$900
$120-$400
-60%
OEM: $400-$900 | AM: $120-$400 (-60%)
Rear Bumper Cover
$350-$800
$100-$350
-61%
OEM: $350-$800 | AM: $100-$350 (-61%)
Front Fender
$350-$700
$100-$350
-57%
OEM: $350-$700 | AM: $100-$350 (-57%)
Headlight Assembly
$800-$1,800
$200-$600
-69%
OEM: $800-$1800 | AM: $200-$600 (-69%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$500-$1,000
$150-$400
-63%
OEM: $500-$1000 | AM: $150-$400 (-63%)
Windshield
$500-$900
$250-$500
-46%
OEM: $500-$900 | AM: $250-$500 (-46%)
Taillight Assembly
$350-$700
$120-$350
-55%
OEM: $350-$700 | AM: $120-$350 (-55%)
Door Shell
$600-$1,300
$300-$700
-47%
OEM: $600-$1300 | AM: $300-$700 (-47%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The Lexus IS/ES is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Front Bumper Replacement Calibration: $200-$400
Required
Rear Bumper Replacement Calibration: $150-$350
Required
Windshield Replacement Calibration: $250-$500
Required
Mirror Replacement
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Damage

Very Common

Front bumper scratches, scuffs, and sensor housing damage

Typical cost $550-$2,150

IS has aggressive front fascia prone to curb contact; ES has lower risk profile

Rear Bumper Damage

Common

Rear bumper damage from parking incidents

Typical cost $750-$1,900

Door Dings And Dents

Very Common

Door dings, dents, and parking lot damage

Typical cost $125-$850

Side Mirror Damage

Common

Side mirror damage including BSM sensor

Typical cost $1,004-$1,256

BSM-equipped mirrors are very expensive; ES350 mirrors cost more than IS350

Windshield Damage

Common

Windshield chips and cracks

Typical cost $600-$1,500

LSS+ calibration adds $250-$500 to replacement

Fender Damage

Common

Fender dents and scratches from sideswipes

Typical cost $850-$1,900

Paint Scratches

Very Common

Paint scratches across body panels

Typical cost $350-$900

Wheel Curbing

Common

Wheel curb rash from parking

Typical cost $150-$500

Per wheel; IS F Sport wheels especially prone

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$551/yr

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

9 sources (7 high-confidence)

RepairPal - ES350 RepairPal - Lexus Brand CARiD - IS CARiD - ES Lexus IS Forum ClubLexus FitParts Automoblog ConsumerAffairs

Labor Rates by State

Repair costs vary by location. Check body, paint, and mechanical rates for your state.

Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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