The 2016 Lexus ES 300h Base is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.5L DOHC 16-valve + electric motor engine which outputs 200 hp @
5700 rpm and is paired with Continuously variable transmission gearbox. The 2016 Lexus ES 300h Base has cargo capacity of 342 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1660 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2016 Lexus ES 300h Base 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 Backup camera. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Tire pressure monitoring system with auto location It has 17-inch 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 218 N.m of torque and a top speed of 215 km/h. The 2016 Lexus ES 300h Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 5.8 L/100km in the city and 6.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 44,700
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If a serene ride and a quiet cabin are your idea of luxury, the 2016 Lexus ES 350 luxury sedan and 300h hybrid luxury sedan are a perfect fit. Beyond their sophisticated road manners, both ES models provide excellent acceleration, with the gasoline-powered ES 350 reaching 60 mph in just over seven seconds. For those who occasionally like to push the limits, the ES’ Sport mode makes transmission shifts more aggressive, providing better performance for passing and merging. This same option on the hybrid is even more appealing, perhaps due to the added boost in torque from the electric-assist motor. If you go with the hybrid, you’ll find the electric-to-gasoline transitions nearly imperceptible. However, when we switched to Eco mode, the throttle response was dulled and the powertrain felt uncertain.
HYBRID POWERTRAINWhere some hybrid EPA estimates seem like laboratory-only probabilities, the 2016 Lexus ES 300h is the real deal. Without even trying, the 40-mpg combined average was a regular occurrence in our tests.CREATURE COMFORTSLexus is never one to short customers on luxury items, even on its lowest priced models. Our ES came equipped with a heated steering wheel, panoramic sunroof and an 835-watt, 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, the last leaving our jaws agape and our ears ringing.
The 2016 Lexus ES 350 luxury sedan interior boasts upscale materials and the exacting fit and finish we expect in Lexus vehicles. All models offer a centrally mounted screen above the center air vents, operated by the mouse-like Remote Touch system on the center console. The drive-mode selector is a knob in front of the shift handle, allowing drivers to switch among Normal, Sport or Eco modes, and with the push of a button, 300h hybrid models can drive a short distance on battery power alone. The seats are comfortable for four adults thanks to a roomy back seat.
When the current-generation Lexus ES debuted a couple years ago, we were amazed that the once-conservative sedan had taken on the bold new look of the Lexus "spindle" grille. With the revised front end this year, the 2016 Lexus ES and ES hybrid fall right in line with the sporty Lexus IS and RC. And we like it. The flared fenders and narrow windows give this Lexus a slightly aggressive look, and the lines flow smoothly from nose to tail. We like the twin tailpipes on the ES 350, and that you can upgrade from the standard 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.
While the 2016 Lexus ES 350 luxury sedan may not come standard with leather seats, it still lays on the features pretty thickly. Base models come with push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, a moonroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror and a HomeLink garage-door opener. Newly standard this year is the Lexus Display Audio system, which includes a 3-way-split 7-inch screen, Remote Touch controller, Bluetooth and rearview camera. Safety wise, the 2016 ES has 10 airbags, a service that offers emergency assistance at the touch of a button, and Lexus' Automatic Collision Notification in the event of an accident.
Among features available on the lengthy options list for Lexus’ 2016 ES 350 and hybrid ES 300h are a navigation system, leather and aniline-leather seats that can be heated and ventilated, a panorama glass roof, power rear sunshade, and an awesome Mark Levinson premium sound system. It also offers radar cruise control, a lane-departure warning system, parking assist and blind-spot monitoring.
With 268 horsepower, the 3.5-liter V6 engine that's standard in the 2016 Lexus ES 350 has plenty of grunt to get this sedan moving quickly. It's connected to a 6-speed automatic transmission that's a model of smooth operation. Even fuel economy is pretty good, but if saving fuel is part of your luxury experience, then the hybrid powertrain in the Lexus ES 300h is just what you need. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine combines with an electric motor to develop a total of 200 horsepower, routing it through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). That's enough power for day-to-day driving, while also offering fantastic fuel economy. Both Lexus ES models are available only in front-wheel drive, and both run on regular 87-octane gasoline.3.5-liter V6 (ES 350)268 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm248 lb-ft of torque @ 4,700 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 21/31 mpg2.5-liter inline-4 + hybrid electric motor and nickel-metal hydride battery module (ES 300h)156 horsepower @ 5,700 rpm (gasoline engine alone)Total system horsepower: 200156 lb-ft of torque @ 4,500 rpm (gasoline engine)EPA fuel city/highway fuel economy: 40/39 mpg
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for a 2016 Lexus ES 350 is right around $ 39,000, including the $ 940 destination charge. If you want hybrid power, the ES 300h starts at about $ 42,000. Add options, and you can inflate the price of either car to just under the $ 50,000 mark, a relative bargain for a luxury brand. That's higher than cars like the Hyundai Genesis and the surprisingly good Buick LaCrosse, but notably less than cars like the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Cadillac CTS. Be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price to see what buyers are actually paying for the 2016 Lexus ES in your area. Down the road, sleep well knowing that a strong resale value is one of the strongest selling points for the Lexus ES.
For 2016, the Lexus ES received an overhaul, coming with up to date looks and features to keep it competitive on the market.
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.
Tire pressure monitoring system with auto location
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11.4-meter turning circle diameter
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17-inch alloy wheels
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18-inch alloy wheels
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The 2015 Lexus ES is ranked #2 in 2015 Luxury Midsize Cars by U.S. News & World Report. See the full review, prices, and listings for sale near you!
The 2015 Lexus ES is the one of the best luxury cars for those who still have practical considerations like back-seat space and ride comfort; and the 300h Hybrid model is quite the counterpoint to ...
The 2015 Lexus ES 350 is a midsize luxury sedan based on the Toyota Avalon that slots under the more upscale and performance-oriented GS. The IS sedan is available at a similar price, but is ...
2015 Lexus ES Hybrid Review by Courtney Jones | September 12, 2019 The 2015 Lexus ES Hybrid finishes near the top of the luxury midsize car class. It earns praise for its a roomy and luxurious cabin, and it boasts a perfect predicted reliability rating.
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I have owned and still have a 2009 Kia amanti it is now 2024 I have 51000 miles on this car excellent handling in all weather except ice and deep snow very fast in traffic I think the handling is tight and responsive. My spouse has driven this on the interstate frequently and the first thing he did was get it up to 220 mph at this speed is floaty but under 80 mph just a pleasure to drive *****
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