2012 Lexus ES 350 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

2012 Lexus ES  350  0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2012 Lexus ES 350 is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 268 hp @ 6200 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2012 Lexus ES 350 has cargo capacity of 416 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1635 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Lexus ES 350 has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Clearance and Back up Sensor and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independant suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independant suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 17'' Aluminum alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 293 N.m of torque and a top speed of 237 km/h. The 2012 Lexus ES 350 accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.9 L/100km in the city and 7.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 42,150

Name 350
Price $ 42,150
Body Sedan
Doors 4 Doors
Engine 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Power 268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 416.0 L
Maximum Cargo Space 416.0 L
Wheel Type 17'' Aluminum alloy wheels
Series ES V (XV40)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 268 HP
Torque 293 N.m
Top Speed 237 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.0 s
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.1 L/100km
Gear Type auto
Weight 1,635 KG
Brand Lexus
Model ES
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 14.8 s
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 155.5 km/h
0-800m (Half Mile) 24.5 s
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 175.0 km/h
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0

2010 2011 2012 Lexus ES 350 hard acceleration POV highway test drive

2012 Lexus ES Used Price Estimates

Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition Trade In Price Private Party Price Dealer Retail Price
Average $ 700 $ 1,300 $ 1,060

The Lexus ES 350 puts its emphasis on comfort. If blissful highway cruising and quiet drives in the city are paramount to you, this sedan delivers. In low-speed situations, steering feel is light, making parking a snap. The ES 350's V6/6-speed automatic transmission combination is strong, offering good acceleration and supple shifts in both regular and sport modes. The Lexus ES 350 has a stated 0-60 mph time of seven seconds flat, which is swift but not sports-sedan quick. The Lexus' suspension soaks up bumps well and its brakes are strong.

Mark Levinson Audio SystemIf you appreciate audio quality, the 14-speaker Mark Levinson sound system sounds very good. Available only on the Navigation System/Mark Levinson package, the option is not cheap, but if you're an audiophile or a commuter who spends countless hours in the car, it makes time behind the wheel much more gratifying.Creature ComfortsEasy-to-locate and use seat ventilation controls can warm or cool your bottom in a hurry, and the ES 350's optional wooden-and-leather-trimmed steering wheel feels great, literally, in your hands. We also like that unlike many luxury vehicles, this one can run on 87-octane gas, which can add comfort to your budget at each fill up.

Driver and passenger comfort are key up front, where the soft seats feature 10-way power adjustment. In the rear, the bench seat offers ample headroom and legroom for two adults or three children. Leather seating is standard all around, and tastefully complements the polished walnut or maple wood accents. Some aspects of the interior feel dated, such as the digital clock and steering-wheel-mounted buttons. Also on the down side of the ledger, controlling what should be simple aspects such as fan speed often requires a multi-step process using the touch screen.

The 2012 ES 350 features pleasant - if not exciting - contoured lines. Dual stainless-steel exhaust tips and a shark-fin antenna give the ES 350 some personality, while pragmatic features such as puddle lamps mounted under the side mirrors help illuminate the ground and any pitfalls thereon. Up front, the illumination theme continues with optional high-intensity headlights and an adaptive lighting system that turns the headlights in unison with the car for better visibility around curves.

The ES 350 offers an impressive array of features inside and out, including keyless entry, push-button start/stop, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and a dual-zone climate control with a smog-sensing system that automatically switches to recirculation mode - a great feature for those who are frequently stuck in traffic. Also standard are a moonroof, HomeLink universal transmitter and an 8-speaker sound system with an in-dash 6-disc changer and Bluetooth audio streaming. On the safety front, the Lexus ES features 10 airbags.

Looking to enhance your ES 350? Consider a premium sound and nav unit that boasts a high-end Mark Levinson audio/video system and a navigation screen that can relay information such as traffic, weather, and sports and stock news. The Ultra Luxury Package ups the ante with semi-aniline leather interior with heated and ventilated front seats, panorama glass roof, power rear sunshade and a full-size spare tire. Other options that can be had as standalone features include a wood-and-leather trimmed steering wheel, pre-collision system and radar-enabled cruise control, 17-inch sport allow wheels, and a parking-assist system that uses ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers to detect distance from objects.

Carried over in the 2012 ES 350 from last year's model is its 3.5-liter V6. That engine makes 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque while delivering an EPA fuel-economy rating of 19/28 mpg city/highway, the latter being one mpg better than the 2011 model. The V6 is mated to a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission that features a sport mode and can also be shifted manually. In addition to Lexus' 48-month/50,000-mile basic warranty, the ES 350's powertrain is backed for six years or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first.3.5-liter V6 268 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm 248 lb-ft of torque @ 4,700 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 19/28

The 2012 Lexus ES 350 sedan benefits from a significantly lower entry price than its European rivals, with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting under $ 37,000. Fully loaded with options like the Mark Levinson premium audio and dynamic radar cruise-control systems, the ES 350 will be closer to the $ 46,000 mark. These figures are more in line with midsize American and Japanese rivals such as the Cadillac CTS, Lincoln MKZ, Acura TL and Infiniti G37. The ES 350 retains additional long-run value with its reliability history and higher-than-average resale value.

2012 Lexus ES 350 Exterior Colors

Matador Red Mica
Mercury grey metallic
Obsidian
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Starfire Pearl
Truffle Mica
Tungsten Pearl

2012 Lexus ES 350 Interior Colors

Black
Light Grey
Parchment

2012 Lexus ES Engines

Engine Standard in Trim Power Torque Fuel Consumption - City Fuel Consumption - Highway 0-100 km/h Quarter Mile Half Mile
3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve 350 268 hp @ 6200 rpm 293 N.m 10.9 L/100km 7.1 L/100km 7.0 s 14.8 s 24.5 s
3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve 350 272 hp @ 6200 rpm 293 N.m 10.9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km 6.9 s 14.7 s 24.4 s
3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve 350 272 hp @ 6200 rpm 293 N.m L/100km L/100km 6.9 s 14.7 s 24.4 s

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Lexus ES Overview and History

Codenamed the XV50, the sixth generation Lexus ES mid-size 4-door sedan was revealed on April 4th, 2012, at the New York Auto Show, going on sale the same year. Introduced at the Chicago Auto Show in 2006, this model is the fifth generation ES manufactured by Toyota's Lexus division.
If American car-manufacturer heads had been warned about a Japanese take-over in the mid 80's, they would have almost certainly laughed at the prospect. Humorous or not, the Japanese did conquer US, not through mecha led wars but rather through anime and cars. However, before the mild-assault began, there were a series of weird meetings held in secrecy in chairman chambers.

Such a meeting was held in 1983 between Toyota chairman Eiji Toyoda and his company executives. Toyoda had not invited his enforcers over for cookies and tea but to question them about the possibility of developing a luxury-car line that could successfully compete with American brands. The project was labeled as F1 -Flahship 1- and proved to be a most lucrative  endeavor. The result was a vehicle that later became known as the Lexus LS 400 prior to its US premier.

The LS 400 was not just a car that took time and resources to built. In researching American luxury-product consumer habits and lifestyles, the Japanese went as far as renting a house in Laguna beach in order to observe their “subjects” closely. Offspring of long-gestating consumer research and cutting-edge engineering, the LX 400 was a hit.

Endorsed by insightful advertising, the LS 400 made its entrance at the North American Auto Show in Detroit, 1989 where it was one of the main attractions. And how could it not have been after 24 engineering teams and a few thousands employees worked on 450 prototypes at the cost of a paltry $ 1 billion investment?

The main advantage Lexus had over Acura, that had reached US markets 3 years before, was its uniqueness. Unlike the first Acura models which were sold as rebadged Hondas, the Lexus held little connections to Toyota design patterns.

Silent, ergonomic, powerful and reliable, the LS became a fierce competitor for European imports such as Mercedes Benz and BMW, whose sales drastically dropped following Lexus' trumpeting market entrance.

Models like the ES 250 followed which along the LS registered enough sales to allow the brand expanding through an 81-dealership network. During those first years of sales, Lexus became the top-selling luxury car in the U.S. Things were going smoothly for the Japanese manufacturer, just like its cars, and in 1991, two new models were released: the SC400 coupe and the ES 300 sedan. The latter was marketed as a replacement for the ES 250 and quickly became the company's best selling sedan.

Following the release of a heir to the LS 400 and the Toyota Aristo-based series of the GS, Lexus entered the sport utility vehicle segment in 1996 with the launch of the LX 450, a large car based on the Toyota Land Cruiser 100. By 1998, Lexus would release the RX, a top-selling crossover based on Toyota's Camry model as well as a new series of the GS. During the following years, further technological improvements such as the introduction of the Lexus Hybrid Drive system on the 2005 RX 400h, resulted in an even greater sales increase.

Things were so good for Lexus that it has constantly grown since its inception. The brand has been introduced to the Japanese home-market in 2005 as well as it has in other regions of Asia and South America as well as Australia and Europe. By 2007, Lexus had spread in over 50 countries and it continues to grow. The company's “pursuit of perfection” is fronted by its current line-up, comprised of the IS, LS and RX series among others as well as the avant-garde LF-A concepts.

2012 Lexus ES Consumer Reviews

cookeroxidize, 08/19/2019
2009 Lexus ES
"Great car"
This was purchased as a preowned with 127k miles. Now 3 yrs later and with 55k more miles I can honestly say its been great. Very reliable, drives great, ahead of its time on technology. No real issues. Recommend buying for sure!!
pulsestreese, 08/06/2019
2010 Lexus ES
"Love my lexus"
I bought this car 9 years ago and have loved the drive ever since. We have three lexus vehicles and I drive them all but my favorite for comfort and smooth ride is the ES350. The IS 250 we have is also nice but a more sporty design and rigid in comparison. Fun to drive non the less. We have an RX350 which is very nice but I find the drive is not as smooth in comparison. It is an SUV so it understandable. All three are just luxurious in comparison to comparable cars in the same price range , like infinity, BMW etc..., You definitely get the most bang for your buck with Lexus and they hold their value much better than comparable cars. I think I will stick with the ES for a few more years.....
debugkenzi, 07/30/2019
2012 Lexus ES
"Smooth comfortable ride and reliability"
This car was purchased to replace a 2005 Acura TL with 192k miles on it I basically wanted to find a used premium car that was as close as I could get to the particular TL model I had which they discontinued after the 2008 TL. I purchased the Lexus ES350 in 2018 at 6 years old and with 62k miles. The car is smooth, quiet, and has a luxurious cabin. The take up upon acceleration is light and responsive. I like that the dash controls are streamlined and clean cut. The mpg is satisfactory and I like that it takes regular fuel vs. premium fuel required by the Acura to run smoothly.Read less

2012 Lexus ES 350 Specifications

350 Comfort and Convenience

AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stéréo radio with MP3/WMA capability and RDS
Air ConditionningDual-zone automatic climate control
AntennaSatellite roof-mounted antenna/diversity antenna
Antenna (Option)Satellite trunk mounted antenna
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyBluetooth Capability
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lights
Cruise ControlYes
DVD Audio Capability (Option)In-dash 6-DVD changer
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersRain sensing wipers
Fuel Door OperationPower remote fuel-filler door release
Garage Door OpenerGarage door opener
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with fade out
Intelligent Key SystemSmart key system
Interior Air FilterDust and pollen filter
Multi-CD ChangerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changer
Navigation System (Option)Hard drive based navigation system with compass
Number of Speakers8 speakers
Number of Speakers (Option)14 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated front passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYes
Power Outlet12-volt power outlet
Power WindowsPower windows with auto up/down for all windows
Premium Sound SystemLexus Premium audio system
Premium Sound System (Option)Mark Levinson Audio
Reading LightRear reading lights
Rear HeatingRear seat heater ducts
Rear Sunscreen (Option)Power rear window sunshade
Rear View MirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror with compass
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote Keyless EntryYes
Smoking ConvenienceLighter only
Special FeatureAuxiliary input jack
Special Feature (Option)Sound system USB port
Steering Wheel AdjustmentPower tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk release
Voice Recognition System (Option)Voice recogniton

350 Dimensions

Cargo Capacity416 L
Curb Weight1635 kg
Front Headroom950 mm
Front Legroom1071 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity70 L
Gross Vehicle Weight2122 kg
Ground Clearance130 mm
Height1451 mm
Length4855 mm
Rear Headroom935 mm
Rear Legroom911 mm
Wheelbase2775 mm
Width1820 mm

350 Exterior Details

Bumper ColourBody-color bumpers
Door HandlesChrome finish door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome trim
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrors
Exterior Mirrors Auto DimmingAuto dimming exterior mirrors
Exterior Mirrors Mirror Tilt Parking AidPuddle lamps
Front Fog LightsFog lamps
Headlight TypeHalogen headlamps
Headlight Type (Option)High intensity discharge headlamps
Headlights Adaptive Headlights (Option)Adaptive headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto OnAutomatic headlamps
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
Rear Spoiler (Option)Spoiler
Rear Window DefrosterYes
SunroofPower moonroof
Sunroof (Option)Panoramic glass roof
Tinted GlassYes

350 Interior Details

ClockDigital clock
Floor ConsoleCenter console
Floor CoveringCarpet floor covering
Floor MatsCarpeted floor mats
Front Seats Active HeadrestsActive front headrests
Front Seats Climate (Option)Ventilated front Seats
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats10 way power driver seat
Front Seats Driver Seat Memory2 position memory feature for driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seat back map pockets
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seats
Front Seats Passenger LombarFront passenger's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats10 way power front passenger seat
Front Seats Passenger Seat Memory (Option)Passenger seat position memory
Front Seats Special Features1LED Illumination system
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentation with Optitron gauges
Low Fuel WarningYes
Low Washer Fluid WarningYes
Luxury Dashboard TrimWoodgrain dashboard trim
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cup holders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeather seats
Seat Trim (Option)Premium Leather Seat
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knob
Shifter Knob Trim (Option)Wood shift knob
Special Feature (Option)Driver variable cushion length
Steering Wheel Trim3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel
Steering Wheel Trim (Option)Wood steering wheel
TachometerYes
Water Temperature GaugeYes

350 Mechanical

Drive TrainFront-wheel drive
Engine Name3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Stability ControlYes
Start buttonYes
Traction ControlYes
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

350 Overview

BodySedan
Doors4
Engine3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption10.9 (Automatic City)7.1 (Automatic Highway)
Power268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Seats5
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Emissions130000/km, 96/Months Powertrain110000/km, 72/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 72/Months

350 Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABS
Anti-Theft AlarmAnti-theft alarm system
Brake AssistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorChild seat anchors
Child-proof LocksRear-door child safety locks
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsHeight adjustable
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizer
Knee AirbagsDriver and front passenger knee airbags
Parking Distance SensorClearance and Back up Sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbag
Rear AirbagRear seats side airbags
Rear Seat Beltspre-tensioner
Rear View CameraRear view camera
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagSeat mounted front side airbags

350 Suspension and Steering

Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionFront independant suspension
Front TiresP215/55R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionRear independant suspension
Spare TireFull size spare tire
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYes
Turning Circle11.2-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel LocksYes
Wheel Type17'' Aluminum alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Premium alloy wheels

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