The ES is crazy reliable. My friend's 2005 has 300,000 miles and has had extremely limited maintenance. It has never broken down and still feels like a new car...
I got a renta-lexus when my car was in the shop, they gave me a ES300h it was surprisingly quick for that it was. They are solid, and eats all the shit roads where I live with ease. You can't go wrong with these cars at all.
I think Lexus is doing a FANTASTIC job with their interiors. They’re so unique compared to the compared to the competitors. Lexus is still actually integrating the nav screen into the design of the dash instead of carelessly sticking it there (Cough cough, BMW/Audi/Mercedes). The gauge cluster and placements of the drive dynamics select are also really cool.
Scott Watkins Careless wouldn’t be the term I’d use. I think the Europeans prefer that tablet-like positioning over the seamless design. Audi does a better job w hiding it into the dash though so it’s not as bad I guess. I have to agree I do like the way a screen looks when it’s nicely integrated in dash!
lexus car interiors are looks good on reviews and picture but they are not reliable and scratches very easy alo Lexus seats are not comfortable spatialy IS NX RX models
I gotta say the newer Lexus interiors are cheap and lack understated elegance. Most ES interior color combos I've seen are either dark and cold ( grey/black combos) or make you feel like your inside a Reese cup ( brown/saddle brown). The lack of wood trim completes the horribleness. I have a 2008 ES with almost 300K. When it's time to get another car, I'm looking at used Lexus' because those interiors haven't been cheapened out.
The reason is has a CD player is so you can take advantage of lossless audio for the awesome ML system. Audiophiles love that, and it was smart of Lexus.
MP3's generally have some compression and digital noise when you listen to them on an iPod, it creates little artifacts and distortion that you can hear especially at high volume. On CD's there is no compression or loss when they're pressed, so you don't have those little distortions at high volumes. This is why all true luxury cars should still have a CD player, especially if they have a nice sound system.
More like Toyota becomes a luxury brand, and Lexus becomes non-luxury brand, I mean, no rear heated seat and no 360 cameras? Lexus no doing ITV job as a luxury brand, both features are available in Toyota brand cars. Also, I think Lexus should just get rid of touch pad, just make a large touch screen like other luxury brands.
This guys reviews are hands down INCREDIBLE. Not gonna lie after watching the vids for the Camry, Mazda, Accord,,,,,This is the one for me, that interior is just gorgeous, the exterior isn't to bad either....So yea in 2 years I'll pick one up for about 38k or so fully loaded. Thanks Redline!
Dude, you are hands down the best reviewer to watch. I’ve been following your channel for a couple years now, and your content never fails to impress! Thanks for all you do! :)
Thanks for all of the hard work, very much appreciated! I remember when we were lucky to get a video once a week, now you pump them out once a day it seems. Keep up the good work and don't over work exert yourself.
Marino Hidalgo - Seats don’t fold, no power folding side mirror, no wireless Apple Car Play. No AWD. And the Adaptive cruise control / Lane Keep Assist needs to be improved significantly. And yes, I own the Lexus with Ultra Lux Package and all options.
That's one super sexy car, they better not kill the IS what they should be working on is an IS-F why they haven't made a M3 competitor is beyond me, they need to bring that back.
themessiah809 There is no money to be made in selling a low volume performance car like that. Lexus doesn’t sell enough IS’s to justify a performance version.
themessiah809 Lexus will lose tons of business and be called stupid if they cancel the IS. The Lexus IS is the true competitor to the 3 Series and C-Class with its RWD and handling. Secondly - canceling the IS will cause a huge price issue. There won't be an affordable RWD Sedan in the Lexus line up anymore. Meaning someone is going to have the buy the GS/LS for a Lexus RWD. These consumers will go else-where. Lastly - canceling the IS also makes the IS makes the ES the "Entry-Level Luxury Sedan" for Lexus. How the fuck is a 50 grand car that is based off a Camry/Avalon Entry-Level? Lol. They aren't canceling the IS - its suicide.
It makes no sense for Lexus to cancel the IS. It may not be their best seller, but they sell a good amount every year. More importantly, the IS serves as an entry level Lexus sedan, just like the BMW 3 series, Mercedes C-Class, and Audi A4. The GS though... it’s in a weird spot with the ES as they are similar in terms of size. I can see Lexus cancelling one of them (probably the GS) and replace it with ES as their mid size sedan line up. But then the ES will probably get more luxurious/sporty and expensive... to rival the mid size luxury sedan competitions.
KentB27 I own one. Though frankly it is not a best seller, ES is and seems to be will continue to be. P.S While I'm indeed impressed with IS great value for it's money
I love this Lexus, maybe I will get one, if I hit the Austrian Lottery Jackpot. And I still enjoy, listening to CDs, no Ripping can compete, with the crisp and clear sound of a good old CD.
Nice car! And, I like the fact that Lexus STILL includes the CD Player in its vehicles. Some of us still have extensive CD collections which we enjoy on long trips. I, for one, could care less about Apple Car Play, or Android this, etc. Just personal preference. Nice video!
I was surprised when I picked up my 2018 Audi S4 and I saw a multi disc CD player in the glove compartment though I'm ashamed to say I've never used it
Will always love the ES series since it was my first car, so it makes me excited to see an F Sport version! Love everything about this car! You are also filming this in my hometown so I think it’s a sign I need this car 😉
The last ES never was on my radar...but they’ve really shaken off that “old person” car feel. F Sport package is the way to go! As always great review!
you're dream and our dream will finally become true, Lexus will be releasing the ES 250 AWD, but the horse power is kinda depressing..only 203 hp :( it should have been the ES 350 AWD
@@emsss78 it kinda makes sense.. considering the awkward position between ES and GS, if they make ES with thrilling power, GS owners might not feel so good about it.
When you said "right outside of Nashville" I was like wait.. I thought I saw you filming over by our stadium lol. We are setting up for CMAs this weekend, so enjoy the festivities if you are staying for the events! Another great review, thanks for the great work, Sofyan
This amazing Lexus worth every penny if this car is not enough there is nothing out there will satisfy you thank you Japan 🇯🇵 for giving us the best as usual the best of the best quality value reliable we all trust from LEXUS. Thanks 🙏 Japan 🇯🇵
I have a 2021 ES350 (non-F-Sport) now as a loaner while my 2016 GS350 F-Sport is being serviced at the dealer today. Very comfortable car, better ride & softer & more comfortable seats than my GS, handing not quite as sporty as my GS. but not bad & a lot better than my grandma's 2012 ES350.
It's funny that reviewers always say that buyers want AWD, yet this is the top seller for Lexus. It seems obvious that they we don't care. I bought one and love it. There are other Lexus models that have AWD that I could have chosen, but didn't. Reviewers should review the features a car has, not features it doesn't have.
Great review as usual. One thought I had was about CD players in cars... Most people I've asked still want that feature... even my 17 year old son still wants a CD player. I say keep it up Lexus... different can be good.
You shouldn't compare the ES to the GS or the LS. The GS was designed as a midsized RWD platform. Basically, the IS is the 3 series, GS is the 5 series and LS is the 7 series in terms of model lineup/respective competition. If you are in the market for an ES you are usually looking at TLX's and other front wheel drive models as competitors (very few or almost none in the euro luxury market). To directly compare a FWD platform directly to an RWD sports sedan is a stretch so I don't think the ES is pushing the GS into extinction - maybe the same tired 3.5L 2GR-FSE/FKS they have been using since mid to early 2000's and the lacklustre power options compared to direct competition is to blame.
Fantastic looking car in all angles, really well designed. The cabin/dashboard and various functions along with Mark Levinson audio is superb. Good on Lexus for keeping physical buttons/dials when a lot of makes are over-complicating things and putting them in the sub-menu system in the computer screen. Wow still a CD player.
What Lexus, and the whole Toyota group needs, is a small inline 6, that will be big enough to be exciting, and small enough to be reasonable, and that can be paired with their hybrid system for maximal fuel efficency.
@@amanprasad8839 Well I got this Lexus because I have a wife, a son and another baby on the way. The STi was okay with a baby seat but rear facing seat really put me forward at 6 ft tall. Also, ride is so bumpy. Having the child seat behind me in the Lexus, I have sooOoo much leg room that I still put my seat forward when driving. Also, the STi made me look a little immature lol I don't even miss driving stick as much as I thought.
@@ivanroque7171 man I'm in the same boat lol..got a wife got baby now..dont get me wrong love the wrx..I think I just need something bit bigger, more of a family car. The Es has class and for the price cant go wrong.. my list so far es350 or the accord 2.0t
@@amanprasad8839 LOL that's life brotha. I wanted to purchase a Luxury car. I cross shopped a E Class Mercedes, 5 series, and Audi A6. To purchase, it ruled everything out except the Lexus. I see way to many Accord 2.0t everywhere, along with Camrys. They are good cars as well for sure. If you can swing it, I'd say get the Lexus ES350. If you don't care for the luxury, an Accord 2.0t is a good choice as well. You can get a Accord with a manual, that's a plus.
@@ivanroque7171 thanks brother 🤜🏽 I think I'm leaning towards the Lexus...I just saw they came out or coming out with es250 awd I think I'm gonna look into that
One thing right with the ES and two flaws that need fixing: 1. The ES now has more rear legroom than the flagship LS500 1. You cannot get the pano-roof on the F-Sport you see here. Available only on Luxury trims of the ES 2. No AWD available, but Lexus has said they will be adding AWD to more models in the future, due to demand
I currently own a 2013 Lexus ES and this video definitely made up my mind to trade in for the 2019 one until i saw how they redesigned the middle console like Toyota. Not a fan of that look. But the car itself is hands down gorgeous! Great review!
I have a 2013 ES350 with only 36k miles, this F Type is a looker... Love my ES, no need to upgrade, certainly doesn’t make financial sense.. Great review!
I went from an STI to a cheaper GTI and damn do I miss the subies AWD. The STI made me feel invincible in the corner and just general driving. AWD is such an amazing platform.
It would have been good to point out the extensive additional structural bracing visible in the engine bay and also the reason for the lack of rear seat fold down. Great review - as always.
Is there a reason for not having the seats fold down? Sometimes the headrests that are not removable Don’t make it practical. This has the center pass through like my Acura. It would be nice to have the rear headrest removable for visibility and have the seats fold down though.
@@sc666666 Yes. For 30 years, the ES has always had an added trapezoidal brace behind the rear seatback, and only a ski pass-through as a result. Evidently Lexus feels that luxury sedan / sport sedan buyers value the ride, handling and NVH benefits of a stiffer chassis more than cargo versatility. Of course, the Germans deliver both, but they have dedicated luxury-car chassis - Lexus's ability to build their car on humble family-sedan bones is why they can deliver a price advantage.
Lexus can’t just have two large sedans in their lineup so I suspect they’ll keep the IS. I hope they don’t get rid of the GS and instead change it to a 4-door coupe to go against Audi A7 and Mercedes CLS.
i doubt they'll do that. i think the IS will stay but GS is probably gonna get axed (it doesn't sell that well, probably due to far better competition from Benz and BMW)
Wow I thought the IS would be the best seller. I never get why people hate on the new Lexus design, I think it looks very sleek and stands out from the crowd.
Simmer Pete damn I would still try to get the Lexus, btw Cars.com has the Camry XSE V6 for 31k out the door and the Lexus also has some good discounts, check it out
Man if they put wider tires and make this a RWD car, I'm going to get rid of my BMW 535i in a heartbeat, but I think I'm going to have to go with the GS instead because I like wider wheels and RWD sedans. They feel, drive, and look more classy.
@japanwatchconnection What's the point of being fast when everyone knows it's going to break constantly after 60k miles. That's why the GS is a better car than a 535i. Because grown ups don't like to deal with headaches and the GS doesn't break. I own my ES350. I lease my Audi S4 and I would never own a German car except a Porsche.
PLATINUM unless of course it was an Acura, then you'd be -bitching- *complaining* about it sharing an Accord platform. Toyota using a Camry platform is true luxury though😂
Un Carrier T-Mobile USA low class is calling someone low class over a manufactured piece of metal that has your feathers ruffled while ultimate proving you in fact are the fanboy. You take the bait every time😀 you're so high class that you think everyone secretly loves Lexus lmao.
That is my car !! Dang it. Bought a new to me IS 350 F. Bought if mainly for the looks. But really wanted the size of the ES/GS. AND Apple car play. Guess i have to wait. So funny. Im 46 and LOVE this car. LOL
This is one amazing Lexus and they will sell a lot because it does the job well it is not all about turbo or how fast like German cars it’s fast enough it is maybe 2 second slower than other competitors but it has a lot more like looks quality and resale value and deribelity and lexuery more then other competitors and the name Lexus is enough speak it self A reminder Lexus owners are loyal to the brand Thanks
Great review as always! I’m really considering going back to Lexus (my first love as an enthusiast & first lux as an owner was the ES) except for the horsepower. For now I’ll stay with Infiniti but LOVE what Lexus has done with the ES. Although it does remind me of the Mazda 6, it desperately needed the dope styling cues that the GS and LS received; love the direction in which Lexus is headed.
The GS is dead people. Nobody really bought it. Sedans in general are suffering so you can't be mad they're killing it off. The IS is still there if you want sporty/RWD, something the IS has always done better than the GS anyway. No point having redundant vehicles in a declining segment. Just make an AWD ES and we're all good.
Toyota owns Lexus, I’ll try my best to own one of each in this lifetime of mine. Currently 21 years old with a 08 Camry with 205k miles with no issues whatsoever. I want to own a Lexus suv/ crossover or a mighty fine sedan. I’ll never ever buy a European or American car.
I still don't know why people keep bringing up relibility and resale value. Are you buying a car to enjoy driving it? Or are you buying to resale later. Lexus's techs, engine, transmission are all too old now. They're afraid to put new techs into their cars but still raising price year by year. What's so special about the F sport that it costs $9K more than the base model. Yeah bigger screen, little tweaks here and there thats it. I wanna see twin turbo V6, I wanna see breakthrough techs. I'm tired of seeing the same engine from 20 years ago with minor changes and thousand of dollars increased in price. Last week I had a chance to drive my brother's in law new bmw X5M and man it drove like a dream to 0-60, cornering, the mount of time it takes to shift gear, the sound of the car, the techs and all cool stuffs and then I looked back at my Lexus RX570 and I was like hell no there is no way mine half as fast as his car. That's such a shame because the price from lexus is high AF. I careless about the resale, I buy something to enjoy it not to care if tomorrow I get $1K or 2K more than another car. That's not the end of the story yet. Even the KIA Stinger with full option is only $50K and it beats every category when compared to the lexus es350. You see even KIA is willing to step up from the game. But lexus and toyota, especially the Toyota Avalon TRD like "Nope, people know we are more reliable so we just gonna keep the same old song and snap in some more new stupid shit like a fake grill or TRD floor mats, powerful 301hp V6 engine that you can find on the camry and the base Avalon. Lexus is so behind the competition right now they need to wake the F up. Look at the LC500 that costs $100K. Yeah right I'm buying a 911 with manual trans for that kind of money. I was caught up with the hype of relibility that everyone told me about and forgot to enjoy the fun of driving it. Even my Uncle who was with Toyota for the last 45 years made a jump to a Tesla model S. I don't think the consumers are dumb anymore. They are starting to see the bang for their bucks from all the competitors out there. My next car is a KIA stinger GT2. If you want to buy my lexus RX570 hmu im in San Diego.
The ES is crazy reliable. My friend's 2005 has 300,000 miles and has had extremely limited maintenance. It has never broken down and still feels like a new car...
Wow. How many times did they replace the tires?
@@ubaok245or6i guess
THANK YOU for mentioning that it takes regular gas! No one ever mentions that, really appreciated.
Macho Chacho it does not take regular gas
theyre all the same motor in the 350s and they all want premium. i get better gas mileage with mid personally but they definitely want premium
Premium recommended but it will run perfectly fine on regular
Saleswoman told me it takes regular.
BOBBY MAY how you get better gas mileage with mix blend regular and premium? But not with straight premium?
This car is so GORGEOUS 😍😍 this is going to be my nursing school graduation gift to ME 😊...white with the red interior 💟.
Same 😍‼️ although I was thinking maybe this year when I graduate with my associates
Congatulations!!
Do you boo
I got a renta-lexus when my car was in the shop, they gave me a ES300h it was surprisingly quick for that it was. They are solid, and eats all the shit roads where I live with ease. You can't go wrong with these cars at all.
Did you get one?
You're right! I'm a single 43 years old and I'm already in love with this car.
Still driving my 2007 ES350 with 200,000 miles and still quiet, smooth and reliable.
I think Lexus is doing a FANTASTIC job with their interiors. They’re so unique compared to the compared to the competitors. Lexus is still actually integrating the nav screen into the design of the dash instead of carelessly sticking it there (Cough cough, BMW/Audi/Mercedes).
The gauge cluster and placements of the drive dynamics select are also really cool.
Scott Watkins Careless wouldn’t be the term I’d use. I think the Europeans prefer that tablet-like positioning over the seamless design. Audi does a better job w hiding it into the dash though so it’s not as bad I guess. I have to agree I do like the way a screen looks when it’s nicely integrated in dash!
Compilation Corner exactly!👍🏽🇺🇸🇯🇲
lexus car interiors are looks good on reviews and picture but they are not reliable and scratches very easy alo Lexus seats are not comfortable spatialy IS NX RX models
I gotta say the newer Lexus interiors are cheap and lack understated elegance. Most ES interior color combos I've seen are either dark and cold ( grey/black combos) or make you feel like your inside a Reese cup ( brown/saddle brown). The lack of wood trim completes the horribleness. I have a 2008 ES with almost 300K. When it's time to get another car, I'm looking at used Lexus' because those interiors haven't been cheapened out.
Amen!
The reason is has a CD player is so you can take advantage of lossless audio for the awesome ML system. Audiophiles love that, and it was smart of Lexus.
It's also has the option of being a blueray dvd player as well, who doesn't want that in his car instead of compressed files on usb's etc.
thanks Will Moon. I won't consider a new car without a CD player. Sad that many are not including this option any longer.
Pardon my ignorance, what do you mean "lossless audio for the awesome ML system" ? Please let me know ! We love learning new things from our clients!!
MP3's generally have some compression and digital noise when you listen to them on an iPod, it creates little artifacts and distortion that you can hear especially at high volume. On CD's there is no compression or loss when they're pressed, so you don't have those little distortions at high volumes. This is why all true luxury cars should still have a CD player, especially if they have a nice sound system.
ok willie
My life is like that grill: Intricate L's
LMFAO deadass 😭
You taking L Brah......
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I recently bought this car and it’s my new daily driver.
I feel like every luxury cars has to have ambient mood lighting. It really looks amazing at night in Mercedes and bmw’s
Alpha Tarawally yeah i agree, i have a lexus es and i want ambient lightings in it too
Idk I for one find ambient lighting childish/cartoonish
Zibby H okay then a get a car without one
@@tarawally65 that's kind of what my commebt implied lmfao, same way your comment implied every luxury car should have that crap
Zibby H you implied that it was childish
I've been looking into the 2019 Camry XSE but after seeing this review, I'm really considering a 2019 Lexus ES 😍
What did u end up getting?
@@duval3d neither
If u have $10,000 extra then go for it.
toyota becoming lexus and lexus become more luxurious...
yet, Lexus is Toyota
@@icey8816 innnception
It's the same company, just the different version of cars!
More like Toyota becomes a luxury brand, and Lexus becomes non-luxury brand, I mean, no rear heated seat and no 360 cameras? Lexus no doing ITV job as a luxury brand, both features are available in Toyota brand cars. Also, I think Lexus should just get rid of touch pad, just make a large touch screen like other luxury brands.
@@blackwhirlwind1245 The 2020 model now has both in the ultra luxury version.
These have been catching my eye everytime I see one driving by. Always amazed how a Camry/Avalon looking ES from a few years ago, now looks like this!
This guys reviews are hands down INCREDIBLE. Not gonna lie after watching the vids for the Camry, Mazda, Accord,,,,,This is the one for me, that interior is just gorgeous, the exterior isn't to bad either....So yea in 2 years I'll pick one up for about 38k or so fully loaded. Thanks Redline!
2 year old Lexus ES in my area go for around $23k. That's about 20k deprecation in 2 years. I'm going to do the same, always buy used
I use cds bruh. Playing that tupac in my 4runner 3rd gen💪
Aye
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Too soon for CD player to obsolete, maybe another 10 to 20 years
Black Whirlwind Say that again
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Dude, you are hands down the best reviewer to watch. I’ve been following your channel for a couple years now, and your content never fails to impress! Thanks for all you do! :)
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LEXUriouS Kirk Ditto!
You literally are looking at the heated seat controls while stating the dont have physical buttons
Thanks for all of the hard work, very much appreciated! I remember when we were lucky to get a video once a week, now you pump them out once a day it seems. Keep up the good work and don't over work exert yourself.
Improved MPG and you don't need to use premium?? You know it'll be reliable too. I think Lexus knocked it out of the park for what this is.
Only down fall for me is the rear seats don't fold.
They need to add AWD
@@marinohidalgo3679 That is definitely something that would keep me from picking one up as well. Its a shame :/
@@240chrix91 they will
Marino Hidalgo - Seats don’t fold, no power folding side mirror, no wireless Apple Car Play. No AWD. And the Adaptive cruise control / Lane Keep Assist needs to be improved significantly. And yes, I own the Lexus with Ultra Lux Package and all options.
Love how this guy reviews everything about cars.
That's one super sexy car, they better not kill the IS what they should be working on is an IS-F why they haven't made a M3 competitor is beyond me, they need to bring that back.
themessiah809 There is no money to be made in selling a low volume performance car like that. Lexus doesn’t sell enough IS’s to justify a performance version.
Faktus Kaktus They sell about twice as many ES’s as they sell IS’s.
themessiah809 Lexus will lose tons of business and be called stupid if they cancel the IS. The Lexus IS is the true competitor to the 3 Series and C-Class with its RWD and handling. Secondly - canceling the IS will cause a huge price issue. There won't be an affordable RWD Sedan in the Lexus line up anymore. Meaning someone is going to have the buy the GS/LS for a Lexus RWD. These consumers will go else-where. Lastly - canceling the IS also makes the IS makes the ES the "Entry-Level Luxury Sedan" for Lexus. How the fuck is a 50 grand car that is based off a Camry/Avalon Entry-Level? Lol.
They aren't canceling the IS - its suicide.
It makes no sense for Lexus to cancel the IS. It may not be their best seller, but they sell a good amount every year. More importantly, the IS serves as an entry level Lexus sedan, just like the BMW 3 series, Mercedes C-Class, and Audi A4. The GS though... it’s in a weird spot with the ES as they are similar in terms of size. I can see Lexus cancelling one of them (probably the GS) and replace it with ES as their mid size sedan line up. But then the ES will probably get more luxurious/sporty and expensive... to rival the mid size luxury sedan competitions.
KentB27 I own one. Though frankly it is not a best seller, ES is and seems to be will continue to be. P.S While I'm indeed impressed with IS great value for it's money
I love this Lexus, maybe I will get one, if I hit the Austrian Lottery Jackpot. And I still enjoy, listening to CDs, no Ripping can compete, with the crisp and clear sound of a good old CD.
Nice car! And, I like the fact that Lexus STILL includes the CD Player in its vehicles. Some of us still have extensive CD collections which we enjoy on long trips. I, for one, could care less about Apple Car Play, or Android this, etc. Just personal preference. Nice video!
#facts
Excellent point.
Me too. Only because CD has a higher quality in sound than Bluetooth streaming.
Sadly, only Subaru still offers CD player on all cars, other mainstream brands are moving away from CD players.
I was surprised when I picked up my 2018 Audi S4 and I saw a multi disc CD player in the glove compartment though I'm ashamed to say I've never used it
Will always love the ES series since it was my first car, so it makes me excited to see an F Sport version! Love everything about this car! You are also filming this in my hometown so I think it’s a sign I need this car 😉
The color of the seats is just amazing.
I have been waiting for this video forever! Thanks Sofyan!
We posted one too! If you have any questions let us know!! I've had the chance to get behind the wheel and this beauty did not disappoint!
The last ES never was on my radar...but they’ve really shaken off that “old person” car feel. F Sport package is the way to go!
As always great review!
I’m really starting to love this car. Great Job Lexus!!
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No matter what this is one of the best cars in the business world wide. LEXUS TRUST
Only if Lexus makes a AWD version on it......it’s almost perfect to me
if you live in the states, you can arrange to buy one from Canada, they have AWD models there
you're dream and our dream will finally become true, Lexus will be releasing the ES 250 AWD, but the horse power is kinda depressing..only 203 hp :( it should have been the ES 350 AWD
@@emsss78 it kinda makes sense.. considering the awkward position between ES and GS, if they make ES with thrilling power, GS owners might not feel so good about it.
When you said "right outside of Nashville" I was like wait.. I thought I saw you filming over by our stadium lol. We are setting up for CMAs this weekend, so enjoy the festivities if you are staying for the events! Another great review, thanks for the great work, Sofyan
Keep up the good work redline reviews. You're the best car reviewer on TH-cam.
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White Mail Privilege You overdid it
White Mail Privilege what do you mean? Excuse me, don’t call me a “dumass”.
I always use the CD player in my Toyota. Please don’t stop adding this feature, Toyota!
This amazing Lexus worth every penny if this car is not enough there is nothing out there will satisfy you thank you Japan 🇯🇵 for giving us the best as usual the best of the best quality value reliable we all trust from LEXUS. Thanks 🙏 Japan 🇯🇵
"It makes more power... one more horsepower!"
Damn Sofyan, you got me hyped for nothing lol.
Thanks Sofyan! I'll do my best to put up a nice review like yours when we get these on the lot in late August!
Thank you for showing the CD PLAYA!!! Some people still love their CD`s
This would be such an awesome road trip car. I'm actually really like the new ES which is something I didn't think I'd ever say.
My next car. And I’m only 35. I love this car. Very reliable
By far my favorite Lexus this year model. It’s like the IS and LS combined
I like when he says “it’s the same damn car”😂
"There's wind noice when the sunroof is open." Oh yea?
I really love new Lexus interior~~!!!
That LFA style gauge is amazing!
I have a 2021 ES350 (non-F-Sport) now as a loaner while my 2016 GS350 F-Sport is being serviced at the dealer today. Very comfortable car, better ride & softer & more comfortable seats than my GS, handing not quite as sporty as my GS. but not bad & a lot better than my grandma's 2012 ES350.
Loved that new design and power but I still love my 2016 ES 350
You’re awesome Sofyan! You are really good at what you do! Keep up the awesome work!
It looks like this car’s giving me the “L” to remind me that I’m broke asf
This is my favorite Lexus of all time! Thank you for reviewing this great car so well!
It's funny that reviewers always say that buyers want AWD, yet this is the top seller for Lexus. It seems obvious that they we don't care. I bought one and love it. There are other Lexus models that have AWD that I could have chosen, but didn't. Reviewers should review the features a car has, not features it doesn't have.
This color combination is perfect.
Dark chrome wheels, Ultra White paint with the Red interior
Scandalous!
Regular gas sounds good to me! Im saving up for this baby. It will be good for work driving
Great review as usual. One thought I had was about CD players in cars... Most people I've asked still want that feature... even my 17 year old son still wants a CD player. I say keep it up Lexus... different can be good.
Everything about this car is amazing, except for no AWD!
Infotainment sysyem isn’t good
There is AWD now
First ES that would ever even get a second look.
God I love Lexus, even the old ones.
It does look similar to the GS. Too bad for the GS though 😞.
they all look like camry's now with that front end though.
this is a fully loaded camry with a lexus badge
I always thought in the last few years that the ES has been pushing the GS into extinction.
This design looks better on the smaller car vs the LS.
You shouldn't compare the ES to the GS or the LS. The GS was designed as a midsized RWD platform. Basically, the IS is the 3 series, GS is the 5 series and LS is the 7 series in terms of model lineup/respective competition. If you are in the market for an ES you are usually looking at TLX's and other front wheel drive models as competitors (very few or almost none in the euro luxury market). To directly compare a FWD platform directly to an RWD sports sedan is a stretch so I don't think the ES is pushing the GS into extinction - maybe the same tired 3.5L 2GR-FSE/FKS they have been using since mid to early 2000's and the lacklustre power options compared to direct competition is to blame.
potatochobit no the Camry is now looking like Lexus. They’ve been slowly shifting the Camry to look like that since 2015.
FYI the youngest non-intern in my office (23) still uses CDs as do many of the others in their 20s.
Let me guess; you work at the last CD store on earth?
Mechannel 😂
I’ve always considered the ES as just a Camry with a suit and tie , but now it actually looks really good , if only it had an AWD option
Bro you are right ES is a button camry point blank bring back the GS.
Fantastic looking car in all angles, really well designed. The cabin/dashboard and various functions along with Mark Levinson audio is superb. Good on Lexus for keeping physical buttons/dials when a lot of makes are over-complicating things and putting them in the sub-menu system in the computer screen. Wow still a CD player.
What Lexus, and the whole Toyota group needs, is a small inline 6, that will be big enough to be exciting, and small enough to be reasonable, and that can be paired with their hybrid system for maximal fuel efficency.
I sold my Wrx STi for this car. I'm a 30 yr old and yes, it attracted me big time.
And how you liking it so far...i have wrx looking into getting this
@@amanprasad8839 Well I got this Lexus because I have a wife, a son and another baby on the way. The STi was okay with a baby seat but rear facing seat really put me forward at 6 ft tall. Also, ride is so bumpy. Having the child seat behind me in the Lexus, I have sooOoo much leg room that I still put my seat forward when driving. Also, the STi made me look a little immature lol I don't even miss driving stick as much as I thought.
@@ivanroque7171 man I'm in the same boat lol..got a wife got baby now..dont get me wrong love the wrx..I think I just need something bit bigger, more of a family car.
The Es has class and for the price cant go wrong.. my list so far es350 or the accord 2.0t
@@amanprasad8839 LOL that's life brotha. I wanted to purchase a Luxury car. I cross shopped a E Class Mercedes, 5 series, and Audi A6. To purchase, it ruled everything out except the Lexus. I see way to many Accord 2.0t everywhere, along with Camrys. They are good cars as well for sure. If you can swing it, I'd say get the Lexus ES350. If you don't care for the luxury, an Accord 2.0t is a good choice as well. You can get a Accord with a manual, that's a plus.
@@ivanroque7171 thanks brother 🤜🏽 I think I'm leaning towards the Lexus...I just saw they came out or coming out with es250 awd I think I'm gonna look into that
One thing right with the ES and two flaws that need fixing:
1. The ES now has more rear legroom than the flagship LS500
1. You cannot get the pano-roof on the F-Sport you see here. Available only on Luxury trims of the ES
2. No AWD available, but Lexus has said they will be adding AWD to more models in the future, due to demand
The Future Is Here AWD steals sales away from the GS
Khmxer the GS was discontinued here in europe so a AWD version of the ES would be great (i dont want fwd in a luxury car, thats just a big no no)
I currently own a 2013 Lexus ES and this video definitely made up my mind to trade in for the 2019 one until i saw how they redesigned the middle console like Toyota. Not a fan of that look. But the car itself is hands down gorgeous! Great review!
I can't help but see the Toyota Camry
pabblackberry I just noticed that too when they were doing the shots.
It's based off the Avalon
I have a 2013 ES350 with only 36k miles, this F Type is a looker... Love my ES, no need to upgrade, certainly doesn’t make financial sense..
Great review!
12:10 he broke the USB cover lmao!! ....and tried to cover it up by just shoving it out of the way. Haha!
Altimasee you can just snap that back in place
AWD really needed here
Nope. Just adds on more complexity. More things that can go wrong.
Hate front wheel drive
I went from an STI to a cheaper GTI and damn do I miss the subies AWD. The STI made me feel invincible in the corner and just general driving. AWD is such an amazing platform.
+MrMustangrick A person that want a reliable luxury sedan doesnt really care about FWD/AWD/RWD . But i would like to see an AWD version.
Eman 08 Lol things go wrong in a Lexus? Never
It would have been good to point out the extensive additional structural bracing visible in the engine bay and also the reason for the lack of rear seat fold down. Great review - as always.
Is there a reason for not having the seats fold down? Sometimes the headrests that are not removable Don’t make it practical. This has the center pass through like my Acura. It would be nice to have the rear headrest removable for visibility and have the seats fold down though.
@@sc666666 Yes. For 30 years, the ES has always had an added trapezoidal brace behind the rear seatback, and only a ski pass-through as a result. Evidently Lexus feels that luxury sedan / sport sedan buyers value the ride, handling and NVH benefits of a stiffer chassis more than cargo versatility. Of course, the Germans deliver both, but they have dedicated luxury-car chassis - Lexus's ability to build their car on humble family-sedan bones is why they can deliver a price advantage.
This Lexus worth every penny
Looks like an amazing car! Thank you! I bought a 2013 Lexus ES 300H and love it. First time Lexus owner. I’m hooked 🤩
Lexus can’t just have two large sedans in their lineup so I suspect they’ll keep the IS. I hope they don’t get rid of the GS and instead change it to a 4-door coupe to go against Audi A7 and Mercedes CLS.
i doubt they'll do that. i think the IS will stay but GS is probably gonna get axed (it doesn't sell that well, probably due to far better competition from Benz and BMW)
When will the New IS comes out..........I've been waiting
Then Lexus should step their game up and make the GS more competitive to the Germans.
I got a 2019 Camry 1st time buyer but forsure going Lexus as my next car!
How much is insurance for a first time driver? And what's the best auto insurance
1,800 watts in a factory audio system, I bet it sounds incredible!
I just bought it
Yes sounds amazing
Wow I thought the IS would be the best seller.
I never get why people hate on the new Lexus design, I think it looks very sleek and stands out from the crowd.
The best quality product on the planet (Lexus). Its worth every penny for sure 💯%
They might be the most reliable but everything else about them is just average
i wish i could’ve afforded this 😭 this is the EXACT car i wanted. white f-sport with red interior. but my 2019 camry xse v6 suits me well 🙂
What was the price difference?
Shotty McThotty $38k for the fully loaded XSE Camry. $46k for the ES 350 F Sport.
Simmer Pete damn I would still try to get the Lexus, btw Cars.com has the Camry XSE V6 for 31k out the door and the Lexus also has some good discounts, check it out
My father just brought this exact same car. It’s nice in person. 👍
Man if they put wider tires and make this a RWD car, I'm going to get rid of my BMW 535i in a heartbeat, but I think I'm going to have to go with the GS instead because I like wider wheels and RWD sedans. They feel, drive, and look more classy.
Even tho it’s fwd it an amazing car love my 2020 f sport
@japanwatchconnection What's the point of being fast when everyone knows it's going to break constantly after 60k miles. That's why the GS is a better car than a 535i. Because grown ups don't like to deal with headaches and the GS doesn't break. I own my ES350. I lease my Audi S4 and I would never own a German car except a Porsche.
I remember when you use to always make fun of Toyota and Lexus!!!! but look at how far they've come!
Looks much much much better than the 6th generation. What a great change in looks.
The interior is absolutely amazing I love it
Master in cpr
Beautiful and elegant! It's sure to have best in class resale value the competition can't touch!😜 This is REAL luxury from a top notch company!
PLATINUM unless of course it was an Acura, then you'd be -bitching- *complaining* about it sharing an Accord platform. Toyota using a Camry platform is true luxury though😂
Armando Sturzenegger is that better?
Armando Sturzenegger dont worry. its a typical low class Honda Acura trash box fan💩💩 they love lexus secretly .😱
Un Carrier T-Mobile USA low class is calling someone low class over a manufactured piece of metal that has your feathers ruffled while ultimate proving you in fact are the fanboy. You take the bait every time😀 you're so high class that you think everyone secretly loves Lexus lmao.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
That is my car !! Dang it. Bought a new to me IS 350 F. Bought if mainly for the looks. But really wanted the size of the ES/GS. AND Apple car play. Guess i have to wait. So funny. Im 46 and LOVE this car. LOL
I'm 36 and after considering a Honda / Camry / Mazda 6, the interior and exterior of this sells it for me hands down!!!!!
I'm 23. Really wanting to trade in my 2015 Infiniti Q50 for a Lexus. But I think the FWD on this ES has to be the deal breaker for me 😔
No AWD, no sale. As always great work Sofyan.
The 2019 Buick Regal GS blew this thing out of the water. The peeling out in FWD was hilarious.
This is one amazing Lexus and they will sell a lot because it does the job well it is not all about turbo or how fast like German cars it’s fast enough it is maybe 2 second slower than other competitors but it has a lot more like looks quality and resale value and deribelity and lexuery more then other competitors and the name Lexus is enough speak it self A reminder Lexus owners are loyal to the brand Thanks
Great review as always! I’m really considering going back to Lexus (my first love as an enthusiast & first lux as an owner was the ES) except for the horsepower. For now I’ll stay with Infiniti but LOVE what Lexus has done with the ES.
Although it does remind me of the Mazda 6, it desperately needed the dope styling cues that the GS and LS received; love the direction in which Lexus is headed.
Such a nice car
You are absolutely right about it being a luxury Camry. And people will continue to view it that way till it at least gets AWD.
Whenever I think of a Lexus sedan in terms of smoothness and comfort, the ES is the first one I think of.
Front wheel drive is never the sporty choice. They should put some bucks into the rear drive GS platform.
Right they need to update the GS 350 for 2020 to be as or even more impressive then the 2019 es350 f sport.
The GS is dead people. Nobody really bought it. Sedans in general are suffering so you can't be mad they're killing it off. The IS is still there if you want sporty/RWD, something the IS has always done better than the GS anyway. No point having redundant vehicles in a declining segment. Just make an AWD ES and we're all good.
Well the gs is like a rival for BMW 5 series, 6 series. It's basically a sports car put into a sedan...
just look up infiniti line up, the only car/suv that's rwd based w sportiness is the q50 and q50coupe (60) back then every suv they have is rwd based.
I have a 2002 es with 190,000 miles runs like New!
This is my first car.. at 140k.. its still so quiet compared to newer cars my friends drive.
I've got an 2008 ES with 300K miles. Runs great. It's my baby.
@@SciFiGirl007 is it a v6 I've heard Toyota has problems with v6 but i4 and v8s are good
Amir A it's a V6. Had trans rebuilt at 220K otherwise just faithful oil changes and regular maintenance.
@@SciFiGirl007 for comments like this is why I want a lexus as my first car,as soon as I get my license.
Finally an ES I would consider buying. If. I want a Lexus I want something that doesn’t look so old
Toyota owns Lexus, I’ll try my best to own one of each in this lifetime of mine. Currently 21 years old with a 08 Camry with 205k miles with no issues whatsoever. I want to own a Lexus suv/ crossover or a mighty fine sedan. I’ll never ever buy a European or American car.
A much nicer execution than the Toyota Avalon TRD! Way to go Toyota!
A better comparison is Avalon Touring. Similar value for $10-$12 lower price.
"I really like the leather in here" *caresses leather* "more leather"
This is fact Checked, 100% accurate. Me every time I get in my Lexus 🤣
Well done and informative vid. I still like that it offers a CD player, I'm old school I guess.
Nice car!
I still don't know why people keep bringing up relibility and resale value. Are you buying a car to enjoy driving it? Or are you buying to resale later. Lexus's techs, engine, transmission are all too old now. They're afraid to put new techs into their cars but still raising price year by year. What's so special about the F sport that it costs $9K more than the base model. Yeah bigger screen, little tweaks here and there thats it. I wanna see twin turbo V6, I wanna see breakthrough techs. I'm tired of seeing the same engine from 20 years ago with minor changes and thousand of dollars increased in price. Last week I had a chance to drive my brother's in law new bmw X5M and man it drove like a dream to 0-60, cornering, the mount of time it takes to shift gear, the sound of the car, the techs and all cool stuffs and then I looked back at my Lexus RX570 and I was like hell no there is no way mine half as fast as his car. That's such a shame because the price from lexus is high AF. I careless about the resale, I buy something to enjoy it not to care if tomorrow I get $1K or 2K more than another car. That's not the end of the story yet. Even the KIA Stinger with full option is only $50K and it beats every category when compared to the lexus es350. You see even KIA is willing to step up from the game. But lexus and toyota, especially the Toyota Avalon TRD like "Nope, people know we are more reliable so we just gonna keep the same old song and snap in some more new stupid shit like a fake grill or TRD floor mats, powerful 301hp V6 engine that you can find on the camry and the base Avalon. Lexus is so behind the competition right now they need to wake the F up. Look at the LC500 that costs $100K. Yeah right I'm buying a 911 with manual trans for that kind of money. I was caught up with the hype of relibility that everyone told me about and forgot to enjoy the fun of driving it. Even my Uncle who was with Toyota for the last 45 years made a jump to a Tesla model S. I don't think the consumers are dumb anymore. They are starting to see the bang for their bucks from all the competitors out there. My next car is a KIA stinger GT2. If you want to buy my lexus RX570 hmu im in San Diego.
Love how it rises and lowers on engaging trans. And the door knob illumination upon approach.