2009 Lexus ES 350 (XV40) Review - Just a Fancy Camry? - Only 28,000Km
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Pristine 2009 Lexus ES 350 (XV40). Luxury version of the Camry which is far more quality-controlled, refined, and comfortable, all while retaining the legendary Toyota Camry reliability.
5th generation Lexus ES XV40 body
MY: 2007 - 2012
28,800Km mileage
3.5L 2GR-FE V6 engine
272hp, 344Nm torque
0-100 in 6.2s
Black exterior and less common beige interior
Bought from Lexus Manila
215/55/17
Power rear sunshade
12 way power adjustable driver seat with 2 function memory
8 way power adjustable passenger seat with 2 function memory
Heated and cooled/ventilated front seats
Auto tilting side mirrors when in reverse for both sides
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Video Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - Exterior
02:03 - Trunk
03:01 - Engine
03:58 - Interior
10:01 - Test Drive - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Fun fact. Apparently Lexus was having trouble designing wood that wouldn't eventually warp, so they contacted Yamaha's Piano division (wooden pianos) for help.
That’s amazing how a blunder turned out well :D
@Jonathan McCully Nope. Other cars too. For example, just found an article on Yamaha helping them out on the RX's.
@Jonathan McCully www.clublexus.com/articles/yamaha-laser-beams-real-wood-veneers-for-your-lexus-rx/
I always fw Lexus' collabs wit Yamaha 💪🏾
It's amazing, how the power delivery is smooth when rolling. Today on my commute, there was a break in traffic and was able to reach highway speeds. I did a pull in 4th gear from 60kmh to 125kmh, and I didn't realize how fast I went, nor did I feel like I was getting pulled into my seat.
Lexus’ noise insulation :D
My 07 es350 has 220k miles on it and still going strong
Great review! Dude is more informed and articulate than 99% of car reviewers out there
Thanks
I'm buying a black on black 2008 ES350 tomorrow. So excited to ride in luxury for only $11,000 US
Hope it’s in great condition!! Update us :)
@@KyleLiongCars I hope so too. It's for sale at a lexus dealership and it's a certified pre owned vehicle.
Should be good
@@KyleLiongCars I bought it!!!! I love it. It was serviced at the same Lexus dealership from the day it was new for the last 13 years. Thanks for the great review. It really made my choice a confident one.
Glad the vid helped you. Happy you got one in great condition too. I’m sure you’d have a great ownership experience :)
Excellent Presentation. I think you made the most detailed review on this car model on TH-cam.
Thanks! I make other similar videos to this on my channel. You may check them all out :)
Been looking for an in-depth review of the Lexus ES350. This is the best I've found by a mile.. Thanks man.. looking to get this car.
Thanks! Glad you liked the video. Didn’t think many people would enjoy old car reviews haha
@@KyleLiongCars Haha.. I can't afford an E63 Amg just yet. And i'm sure there are lots of us out there... Hehe.
Someday brother haha! We’ll all be able to afford one. Depreciation is our friend 😂😂
This was one of the most fun car reviews that I've EVER seen. Bravo
Thanks bro
Thanks for this review it was really good. I love how much the steering wheel turns.
Thanks as well! My pleasure to do this review
This was such a great review.
Thanks! Please consider subscribing to see more reviews :)
Such a detailed review! Keep up the good work you helped answer a bunch of questions thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
Super helpful, detailed video
Thanks man! Glad to have helped
Really good review. Great job!
Thanks
Toyota/lexus are reliable cars cool review brother! Kudos stay safe and healthy.
They are!! Very simple cars, that perform well. Thanks
Nice review, am impressed keep it up!
Thanks! More to come
I can actually say I've enjoyed watching this video. Besides, all of the details, it was delivered with such charisma I should say. I'm looking at maybe buying one and this video really gave me enough info to make a decision. Thanks.
Thanks and glad you liked it
awesome review.
Thanks
Great review Kyle!. Thats the best XV40 I've ever seen (probably the low mileage). I love Lexus automobiles. They are very low in maintenance and are highly reliable.
Thank you! Please consider subscribing to see more videos if you haven’t yet :)
Yes I agree. Lexuses are really great alternatives to Euros when it comes to the luxury segment👌🏻👌🏻
I wish I could’ve experienced the smoothness and comfort of the ES350. My 07 ES350 has given me hell, the transmission being the main issue, The AC, and a shaking steering wheel at speeds above 50mph. I’ve replaced tires, axles, shocks, rotors, brake calipers, ect, tons of wheel alignments and balances but the shaking remains. I’m extremely dissatisfied with it compared to my previous 99 GS300 which drove absolutely beautiful. I’ve test driven other 07-09 ES350’s that drove great also. I guess mines was a bad one unfortunately.
Unfortunate lemon :((
It's because the '07 was the first out of the '07 - '12 designs to come out and the flaws were corrected starting '08 models .
I had the same problem with my 2007 es. I got rid of mine
Excellent review. I want one of these now!
Thanks! The top of the line spec also comes with Mark Levinson audio, and double sunroof. Look for that one if possible :)
Bought one last year with 122,000 and my wife absolutely loves it.
It’ll last a long time that’s for sure despite already having 122K
Just got one yesterday.
How is it
Awesome review bro
Thank you
Excellent review 👏
Thanks
Very good review, thanks
Welcome and thanks as well
great video my man
Thanks
I picked this car up in Northern California, and I enjoyed the 5 hour car ride back down south. I love this car as a daily driver. Very smooth and power when you need it. Awesome video man! I'm glad I came across your video. Keep it up man, and stay safe!
Thanks hehe I’ll keep making more of these. It’s words such as yours that keep me going!! I agree 100% this car is just amazing even for longer journeys. I especially love the thigh support adjustment too. Makes a night and day difference when driving long distances.
@@KyleLiongCars I never noticed the thigh support adjustment on my car. Is that a standard option or is that an upgraded option?
Not sure in the US, but over here it’s standard for us. We might have some differences, for example ours here if you noticed in the video, have headlight washers
@@KyleLiongCars I never noticed the headlight washers in the video, and I just checked my car to see if it had the thigh support, sadly I don't. Still the seats are comfortable.
Each country probably got a different spec haha! We’re pretty lucky to have one fully loaded
I love this review the best I ever seen , I am buying this car because of this review
Thanks
I have one of those and i love it. Sooo smooth
One of my favourites
What an amazing video. Very informative. I have my eye on a 2011. I'm actually going to call the dealer tomorrow. Once again, great video. Amazing review and lots of useful info. 👍
Thanks!! Hope you get a good example as well
did you get it? i’m looking at 2011 100k miles lol
Oh yes. I was able to get it. I have been driving it for over a year now.
Great review, keep up the good work ! Excellent video !
Thank you! More to come :)
I’m becoming a huge fan or your reviews, much better than most. Wish you’d unpack km vs miles for those of us that have to google it . . .
Thank you
Just divide by 1.609 :D
Excellent review. I am buying a 2009 ES 350 w/ nav tomorrow so this was a great walkaround!
Thanks! I'm glad I was able to help in a way
Very good review, thanks. Wanting to buy one for the father. Seems like an executive, luxurious yet reliable car.
Good choice! It also seems to hold up well to the test of time
Great video fam. I just bought one for $5000. Amazing value.
Thanks! Congrats on your new ride
When you compare this stunning Lexus with it’s Camry cousin it’s sort of like comparing a decent high school or college player with his cousin who’s an NBA star. Sure you can see some similarities, but the differences are striking. This car the front grill and side lines alone look amazing. Black is definitely the right luxury color for this car. And for a 2009 the headlights look unblemished basically new. I’ve heard waxing them as you wax the rest of your car monthly keeps them protected. Great car and nice effort on your video.
Thanks sir
Hey Great comparison! Lexus is the best luxury car
Nice review👌 ,, can you review mazda 3 2020 thankyou
Sure!! If I can find someone willing to lend me :)
Beautiful review - it’s actually comparative to the Avalon. Both, solid vehicles! Camry would be a cousin, Avalon a sister…if that makes sense. 😉 Great descriptive video!
Thanks
Astig na review pare 👍
Salamat bossing
The ES350 is on the Avalon platform. It was the camry up thru the ES330
The XV40 still uses the XV40 Camry platform. The XV60 ES350 uses the Avalon platform.
I just bought one... A 2011 with 78,000 miles... owned by a lil old lady from southern florida, all services done at the Lexus dealership. Car is a creampuff and has all the options except the ML sound system and pano moonroof. One of the nicest cars I have owned, feels solidly built like an old mercedes but unlike one of those I don't wonder if it will start when I get in it.
Good choice!!
going to get one soon , maybe in one month
Yes they’re great cars
Liked and subbed
Thank you
Excellent reviews! Lexus, my choice of car. But surprised no reverse camera!
It is a pretty old mid ranged luxury car so I think it was an option still back then
Mine has a reverse camera 2009 es350
He speaks better than most native north American English speakers. i.e.: No "like" or "ummm" every other sentence. Great succinct review.
Thanks
Would you know if one can get Lexus cars serviced at Toyota dealerships there in the Philippines? Great review. You get a subscriber!
There are select accredited Toyota dealers who can service Toyota but none are in NCR. Most are in the North. I think there’s only around 3-5
Thanks alot Bro... Looken for the comparison between the two cars... Which one is better.. But nw thanks
Get this over the Camry :)
Good details explanation but since you were comparing the Camry and Lexus you should have made a video of Camry and show the difference side by side.
Fair point. In the future
Youll gonna be the doug muolo of the philippines congrats
Thanks
I used ES 350 2009 for 8 years, this car is a great reliable smooth ride with no issues
Agree with you there :)
Just a question if you were to buy one today and you had 5500 what particulars would you acceptor look for to talk down based on mileage140k and up and assuming it 2/3 owners ? Trying to purchase but all are dealers or auction buys and some no records to solidify there asking price
Hmmm I can’t particularly say as I’m not too familiar with the prices in the US, but generally, you can always try to haggle down the prices for these if just like the car I reviewed, it doesn’t have the premium package with Sat Nav, and Mark Levinson audio. I don’t think you can haggle down that much based on mileage unless it’s ridiculously high as most of these last over hundreds of thousands of miles. Cheers. Hope you get the car you’re hunting for :)
Kyle Liong Car Reviews to be specific they are 07/08 180k wanting 5k or gs300 1999-2002 with 170k-190k for 5500
I’d take a newer ES over an older GS, unless you really need/desire a RWD platform.
I don't notice that this car with an e-brake. It will more likely explain why this model was recalled years ago involving an entire family when the brakes went off and the accelerator got stuck along the California SR 125. Nobody survived the crash.
Am gonna get it soon
Go
Parang Doug Demuro ang review! Good job
Thanks
I personally don't see much of the similarities between this and the Camry on the exterior. It looks way sleeker overall
It sure is sleek
it reminds me of the 2000 model Camry
20 years later it's still a beautiful car
Agree with you there. Very timeless design. Does look like a plumper version of the 2000 Camry haha
It's literally the same car.
這輛屬於非頂級版本車型, 頂級版本有全景天窗跟觸控螢幕,鋁圈搭配10幅式灰色調鋁圈
小改款車型在台灣有推出ES240
聽過有ES240。應該是跟Camry的引擎一樣
對的。頂級版這裡我們叫Premium Pack
是一樣的, ES240 主要是針對亞太地區推出的
Excellent review!! Any Freon leaks or A/C problems?...like evaporative coil leaks?
None for me
@@KyleLiongCarsFuel consumption in km per litre? City driving in Manila preferably. Looking to buy one for a daily but worried about the fuel consumption.
You’d get about 4-5.5 in the city heavy traffic
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SINCE THE CAMRY YEARS 2007-2009 HAD OIL BURN ISSUES DID THAT ISSUE TRANSFER OVER TO THIS LEXUS MODEL AS WELL?
Probably
You sold me on this car
I did a good job then, I guess hahaha
6:14 best part. Best feature. Hands down. Or should I say a$$ down!
im buying a remarkably clean single-owner 07 with 194k miles tomorrow for 5500 (hopefully i can get the seller down to 5k). Do you think it's still a good deal considering the miles? great review, by the way
Well unfortunately I can’t really say since I’m only familiar with prices here in our country which are at least 2x more than prices in North America so to me, $5500 is a steal of a lifetime haha!
What I can say though is that these last forever so 194K miles is a walk in the park. It will do way more than that with proper maintenance:
Good luck on your purchase!! Update us here :)
Sir Kyle does this car launch in 2008 or 2009 replace the Toyota Corolla XL LOVELIFE which was phased out in 2004 or 2005
You tell me
Pa request po ng Ford Expedition 2003
Kung may magpapahiram po hehe
Hey man looking at a 2007 with 175,000 miles. I got a pre purchase inspection and unfortunately it needs about $2500 in repairs. There is a timing chain rattle along with a power steering hose that needs to be changed. Do you think it is worth if i can get it at $5000. The interior and exterior are super clean.
Can’t really give advice on that as I’m not too familiar with prices over there in the US :(
Too bad Lexus PH still doesn't offer the ES300h. In theory the TRAIN Law should now make it more feasible to import. Not even the Camry here is offered in hybrid. The updated 2021 model now has lithium-ion batteries instead of nickel-hydride in the outgoing model, which frees up more space in the trunk.
Personally I would stay away from hybrid vehicles. We've had the North American Camry Hybrid (same XV40 body as this. 2007 model), and when the battery went bad, it was extremely expensive to fix. My friend's Lexus CT200h is currently inoperable too for the same reasons. I think there's a big community advocating Lexus for it's reliability, but there is a general consensus to stay away from Lexuses (and Toyotas) which have hybrid powertrains. Also to add, the hybrid system that Toyota/Lexus employs does not support running on gasoline alone, so once the hybrid system goes bad, unlike some makes, the car just becomes a big expensive paperweight on wheels :((
This reason also explains why hybrid cars from Mercedes and Lexus, for example, on the used market are usually cheaper than their non-hybrid counterparts.
@@KyleLiongCars I see. So the shift to lithium-ion batteries might compromise the purported reliability of Toyota and Lexus hybrids in the long term even more. As it is said that nickel metal-hydride batteries are longer lasting, and this was the reason why Toyota and Lexus still sticked with the older battery for some time until today as they didn't want to compromise reliability. Unlike Hyundai-Kia, which used lithium-ion batteries early on. Or alternatively, while I'm not an electrical or electronics engineer, I think the shift to lithium-ion is driven by supply chain reasons as they are now more readily available. So in theory, they should be easier to replace.
No doubt that since the XV40, the understanding of the science behind hybrid and electric cars have greatly improved, and surely, costs and availability for replacements are not as bad as before, but that still does not detract from the fact that it’s a rather young science compared to internal combustion engines, which means that reliability, and longevity will still be a concern. 90s and even 80s or older Toyotas still run well and are abundantly seen on the road today as by the 80s and 90s, the internal combustion tech was already a few decades old. Electric vehicle technology however has only been around for just over a decade in widespread use. Besides, the electric motor is just another additional part that can go wrong, and will go wrong.
Hey, aren't you the kid who played opposite Clint Eastwood in the movie Grand Torino?
Bruh what hahaha
hey, great review. what was the gas mileage u were getting?
or sorry i should say how was the fuel economy
Thanks! About 4-5 in the city. Super heavy traffic
Im thinking about buying a 09 lexus es 350 with 53,000 miles from a private party, they're asking for $13,000 it's clean in good condition. Is this a good price if not how much lower should I get the asking price?
Not too sure about prices there in the US. From what I know it’s way lower there than in the Philippines. $13,000 is roughly what I paid for mine though over here. I expect a car in similar condition to be closer to half the price I paid for, in the US.
I love this car👍(lexus)
Same
Hello I love the way you reviewed this vehicle. Probably the best review I've seen for a lexus Es350 2009 model.
I have one of these, the exact model but the display monitor at the centre is configured in Japanese I think.
Could you help recommend how I can configure this to ENGLISH.
I'm Nigerian 🇳🇬
I'll appreciate your feedback, thank you!
Thanks! Sorry though not sure if it’s configurable
Hi, I just wanted to confirm. Are the seats more comfortable in the Lexus than in the Camry or Avalon in the same model years? Thanks, Tony
Yes the seats on the Lexus ES are definitely far more comfortable than in the Camry. Haven’t tried the Avalon though
@@KyleLiongCars Thanks for letting me know.
No prob
@kyle liong car reviews does it have Bluetooth enabled music play?
As far as I can remember, no. Forgot already much haha sold the car a while ago
The Camry SE 2009 is slightly better to drive . The ES is luxury the Camry SE is sport edition so the suspension is tuned differently
Kinda different from the Camry, yes
That car will outlast the S-class without a second thought. Toyota did the most obvious thing with it luxury Lexus brand, and put their industry best Toyota engines in the Lexus to give it bullet proof reliability.
Despite being an S Class fan, I gotta agree with you on that
Does it have a good sound system? Or does it come with a "premium" sound system?
They're selling one near me and I'm definitely interested. Seems to be my kind of car that won't put me into years of debt.
It’s not amazing, but still pretty good
@@KyleLiongCars dang. Well I'm sure some after market speakers will help that. Thanks man. I'll definitely take it for a test drive sometime.
when was the first year this model came out?
2007 model year but in reality, 2006
Can a 200m/6’7 guy drive a 08-10 ES 350 comfortably ?
You might want a slightly bigger car haha
I like to go to the work shop
Im planning to buy one in the future is it reliable?
Yes
i saw u did the vx200 revo. but do they have vx240?
There is a VX240 diesel but I haven’t seen one myself
@@KyleLiongCars oh thanks for answering! I immediately subbed u when u did the revo review. We only have the dlx version tho. But.. Yes thanks for answering! 😁
No problem!! Hope your Revo is still serving you well. Thanks for the support
Owned Jags that arent as smooth as my 2007 ES 350.
So my question is what’s the difference between this and the Avalon .
Avalon is longer and bigger
Does this car have the SOS feature?
Nope
Is it just me or does that steering wheel look similar to mercedes' steering wheels of that era.
Yup. Similar to the ones used in the R171 and the latter W203s
Luxury brand
Yes. Actually very luxurious. Beyond my expectations
I love a fancy Camry! Proud Lexus owner here and I can say that nothing beats the quality build and long term performance of my 05 Lexus ES330!!! I have only good things to say about the car and my friends
Yes I agree!!
what % tints are those?
Not sure, sorry
Definitely is a “melting dash” the dash in mine is just a giant piece of bubble gum at this point 😂
They had a recall for it at one point
This car seems like it is a US Spec car. Do people in the Philippines import cars directly from North America?
There are a lot of direct grey market imports here from the US. This particular one is sold from a local Lexus dealer though. Probably a Canadian spec given the speedometer
@@KyleLiongCars What’s the tax situation for imports? My parents are from Bangladesh not far away from Philippines. Anything over 1500CC gets taxed like crazy. Mostly reconditioned cars from Japan.
Here almost any import gets taxed like 100% luxury tax
Is this a Korean version?
Philippine version
I don’t think this generation shares the same platform with camry
It does
reliability? maintenance?
As this is based on the Camry, reliability and maintenance should be very minimal. As mentioned this car does not have a single thing wrong with it despite its age
@@KyleLiongCars seems like the mileage is too low for an 11 yr old car
@@bugsy101073 Here in the Philippines we have really small roads, so to give you an idea, the average here is around 10K Km per year. Well the previous owner had a lot of cars. Like, a lot hahaha so this was rarely used. In fact I have another friend who has a 2004 Lexus LS with only 2200Km. Review of that to follow ;)
@@KyleLiongCars cool...is this for sale, for how much?
The LS? Unfortunately not
Do you use premium or unleaded.gas
This needs premium. The ones from 2010 I think or 2011 could use regular unleaded already.
@@KyleLiongCars ok thanks
You’re welcome
Owner wants to sell a 2010 with 280.000 miles for 5000 is that a good price or two much.
Hmmm I can’t really say as prices are very different here where I live. For reference, a 2009-2010 model here with anywhere between 50-80K Km will cost around 600K - 800K Philippine Pesos. Do note that cars are generally way more expensive here both new and used, easily at least double than that in let’s say the US or Canada. Also, mileage of cars here are very much lower since we have extremely small roads. A car can already be considered “high mileage” for us once it reaches around 90K - 100K Km
Hi Kyle, how much can I buy this from you? I need it for my mum
Hi sorry but I’ve already sold this. My friend’s 2013 ES is for sale though. You might be interested in it. I have a video on it as well on my channel :)
@@KyleLiongCars that will be great. I’ll check look for it
Kyle Liong, how much did you buy this car for?
Philippines
Got it for around $10K
@@KyleLiongCars When did you buy it?
Sometime around when the video was posted
This car is definitely not a camry. If you think so go to any dealership and see which one costs more? It's probably a reason for that. Nothing wrong with a camry but it's just not a Lexus.
It’s both a yes and no
Thanks and Jesus loves you
:)
Its and Avalon
The newer ES, the XV60 is based on the Avalon. This XV40 is still based on the Camry
Did I hear you say No Bluetooth? I've got Bluetooth in mine 🙄😏
Yep none on mine
@@KyleLiongCars I used mine for 5 months before finding out it has Bluetooth using the voice command. There was actually no trace of Bluetooth on the buttons and since it has no screen like the later versions of ES...
I don't know why I don't like the looks of this car. I prefer is250 looks than this. Is350 looks more sporty.
That's normal. The IS was supposed to be sportier
@@KyleLiongCars OK. I just love it. I drive 07 is350
bought a 2009 ES 350 with 75k miles and i'm very dissapointed ,, its made with with cheap material ,, the dashboard is melting , the window weather strips are also melting , leaving a goo on the window , when i pull the door panels to replace the weather strip you can see that is made of cardboard ,, everything breaks ,, radio & speaker sucks ,,, motor is very hard to work on ,,, would not buy a lexus never again ,, cheap car !!!
There was a recall for the melting dashboard I think
Can i get this car shipped to Nigeria, how much is it, are you on WhatsApp?
Sorry I don’t think that’s possible
I'll drive it firsts wrote offs with from
What?