The 2018 Lexus ES 300h is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.5L L4 DOHC 16-valve + electric motor engine which outputs 215 hp and is paired with Continuously variable transmission gearbox. The 2018 Lexus ES 300h has cargo capacity of 342 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1620 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h 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 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 235 N.m of torque and a top speed of 220 km/h. The 2018 Lexus ES 300h accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 13.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is 5.8 L/100km in the city and 6.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 47,050
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2018 Lexus ES Used Price Estimates
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If a smooth ride and a hushed cabin are your idea of luxury, you’ll find much to like in the 2018 Lexus ES 350 and ES 300h hybrid-luxury sedans. The ES soaks up road imperfections like a sponge in water, yet its driving dynamics are far from soft or disconnected. Acceleration from the 3.5-liter V6 is robust, attaining 60 mph in just over seven seconds. A more aggressive driving style can be dialed in, thanks to the ES 350’s Sport mode that delivers more aggressive shift points for quicker passing and merging. This same feature on the hybrid offers even more thrills, thanks in part to the added torque from the hybrid electric-motor setup. The ES 300h hybrid is actually a more aggressive driver than the gasoline-powered ES 350, although when placed in Eco mode, both throttle response and powertrain reaction feel a bit dull.
HYBRID POWERTRAIN While some companies have been forced to roll back their rosy hybrid EPA fuel estimates, the 2018 Lexus ES 300h easily lives up to the impressive figures posted on its window sticker. Our test regularly saw a combined 40-mpg figure, even when pushing the 200-horsepower hybrid powertrain to its limits. CREATURE COMFORTS From its 835-watt, 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio to its heated steering wheel and panoramic sunroof, the Lexus ES luxury sedans for 2018 never fail to impress. Additional options include heated and ventilated front seats, intuitive park assist and a host of driver-assist safety features.
The 2018 Lexus ES 350 luxury sedan boasts upscale interior materials and the exacting fit and finish we’ve come to expect in Lexus vehicles. All models offer a centrally mounted multimedia screen above the center air vents, operated by a console-mounted mouse-like Remote Touch system, which some find overly sensitive and frustrating to use. The drive-mode selector in front of the shift handle allows drivers to switch among Normal, Sport or Eco modes with the push of a button. The seats are comfortable and the interior is roomy enough for four adults. Rear-seat legroom is ample.
Once the very definition of a conservative sedan, the current-generation Lexus ES has taken on a bold new look with sleek lines and the aggressive Lexus "spindle" grille. Yet it retains an elegant look that has the 2018 ES and ES hybrid falling right in line with the sporty Lexus IS sedan and RC coupe. Flared fenders and narrow windows give this Lexus a tough masculine look, and the lines flow smoothly from nose to tail. We like the sporty twin tailpipes on the ES 350, and that you can upgrade from the standard 17-inch wheels to a cool set of 18s.
Every new ES comes with push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, a moonroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror and a HomeLink garage-door opener. Also standard is the Lexus Safety System+ package that includes Pre-Collision System (PCS), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist, Intelligent High Beam (IHB) and High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Bluetooth, heated outside mirrors, 10-way power-adjustable front seats and a rearview camera are also standard as are the sedan’s 10 airbags, and Lexus' Automatic Collision Notification, which notifies emergency assistance in the event of an accident.
Among features available on the lengthy options list for the 2018 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. Fully loaded examples will also feature a heated wood-and-leather steering wheel, a one-touch power trunklid, a power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, memory seats, door sunshades and perhaps the ultimate luxury, a genuine wood-trimmed cup holder.
With 268 horsepower, the 3.5-liter V6 engine that's standard in the 2018 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. Fuel economy is good for the class, but if saving fuel is part of your luxury experience, then the hybrid powertrain in the Lexus ES 300h is 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 rpm 248 lb-ft of torque @ 4,700 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 21/30 mpg 2.5-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: 200 156 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 2018 Lexus ES 350 is right around $ 40,000, including the $ 995 destination charge. If you want hybrid power, the ES 300h starts just under $ 43,000. Add options, and you can inflate the price of either car to just over the $ 50,000 mark, a relative bargain for a luxury brand. That's higher than cars like the Genesis G80 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 2018 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.
The Lexus ES along with the ES 350 F Sport are the latest models launched by Lexus for 2018.
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 aluminum alloy wheels
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18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
Critics Reviews
Find 2018 Lexus ES reviews, prices, specs and pictures on U.S. News & World Report. We tell you what the most trusted automotive critics say about this vehicle.
The 2018 Lexus ES mid-size sedan is smoother than honey on a sore throat and just as sweet. We give the ES a score of 7.2 out of 10 points, awarding it extra credits for its calm, refined demeanor ...
Lexus ES models include the ES 300h hybrid and ES 350 V-6. Overview. The 2018 Lexus ES offers two powertrain options including a 3.5-liter V-6 with 268 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque paired to a six ...
2019 Lexus ES Review by Sarah Shelton | October 4, 2019 The redesigned 2019 Lexus ES ranks in the top third of the luxury midsize car class, largely thanks to its class-leading predicted reliability rating. The ES 350 is a good car, but its hard-to-use infotainment controller keeps it from a top spot in our rankings. ... Compare the 2017, 2018 ...
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