2018 Lexus ES 350 Touring Full Tour & Review
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- The 2018 Lexus ES 350 packs some serious luxuries for $50,540, including some features we were surprised to find. Read our full review: goo.gl/iLASpv
Special thanks to Lexus Sainte Julie & Groupe Park Avenue for letting us film this episode of TestDrive Spotlight. For more information about Lexus Sainte Julie please click here: www.parkavenue...
The Lexus ES is a mid-size luxury sedan with a front engine, front-wheel drive layout, which is unique in this segment. We had the chance to drive the latest model year of the 6th generation ES 350 with a traditional V6 engine and 6 speed automatic transmission. The ES 300h offers a hybrid inline 4 engine with a CVT.
We go in-depth with the 2018 Lexus ES 350 with Touring Package, showing off all the features of this car in our review, take it for a drive, and go over the different package options. The Touring package comes with plenty of features on top of the standard options, such as heated and ventilated front seats, full leather seating, heated steering wheel, navigation. parking sensors and backup camera, and rear window sunshade.
This video was filmed at Park Avenue Lexus in Sainte-Julie, Québec, thanks to Groupe Park Avenue. TestDrive is proudly produced in Acton, Québec, Canada.
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I have a 2013 ES 350 with now only 36,000 miles. By far the best car I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned 20 cars since 1980. Reliability and dependability is unparalleled, nothing beats the ES. The fit and finish and craftsmanship is amazing, the car drives like it’s new solid like a tank and quiet like a vault ! I’ve got 4 1/2 years left of payments and then after that I’ll be keeping this baby for another 10 + years
Glad to hear that! We're always impressed when we get behind the wheel of any Lexus vehicle, there's a reason they've made such an impact on the market.
I always liked the ES the interior is real nice. If you want a real quiet no fuss luxury car and reliable there it is
Very true! It's definitely not the enthusiast's car, and I doubt the 2019 ES F-Sport model will be either given it's still FWD, but this is a very popular seller in Lexus' inventory with their core demographic.
its really luxurious especially for the driver. i love being surrounded by tech in such a simple car
Agreed! We'd love to get to drive this one again.
this car ride smooth like butter
We found that during our drive! Even the 1999 we featured felt very nice considering it's age.
How this car compared to cadillac and Lincoln??
That's certainly a great question, and we'll see if we can get the chance to feature something along side this down the road! The CTS is RWD, but the current Lincoln MKZ does have a front-wheel version, so that would be the most comparable to this.
Perpetual Radio Networks compare all and do a long term review as well say after 50k km
every LEXUS rides as smooth as butter
For that kinda money, it needs heated seats and climate controls in the rear.
We're actually surprised it doesn't have the rear climate or rear heated seats. The 2019 ES has more or less been announced now, we expect the rear heated seats to be on that one for sure.
Most reliable car in the world for the last 7 years. Check JD Power you will see. Nice to drive? Oh yes. Quiet and so smooth.
Agreed!
Marc Zarkenon i have a 2013 ES350 and yes ! Only have 36k miles and its flawless
@@stephendibari5010 your ES is just a baby! Near brand new!
Great review! Except you didn't state if the audio system handled the "Linkin Park" test or not. Could be a deal breaker!
Usually we go with Coolio's Gangster's Paradise for the audio testing, but we had limited time with the ES 350! The french radio station that was coming through sounded alright though.
Just bought a 2018 and LOVE IT
Congrats, enjoy it!
Hope to be well off enough one day to get one of these
I hear ya!
the infotainment screen looks odd compared the interiors, i guess is the base model because other lexus that see use a bigger 12" inch screen.
ventilated and heated seats are cool but not really special for this kind of car, i found ventilated seats, heated seats and steering wheel on the new hyundai kona (is a small crossover/suv not sold in north america and its 30 cm shorter than hyundai tucson) and on the small hyundai kona are really impressive.
toyota hybrids dont use cvt, they use an eCVT works similar but is totally different, a cvt use a belt between two pulley, the eCVT is a differential with only gears and without any belt/chain.
Tony x from the review I gather that car had all options short of trade zone regulation ones where it was not being sold
The ES is only available with that odd looking 8” screen, or a smaller one for audio only.
The Executive Package wouldn't have changed the screen unfortunately. The ES is marketed quite a bit less than the GS, so they need to make some changes with their offerings in order to keep it competitive. We're hoping to see what some of the other new Lexus models look like, we're sure a bigger screen would be nicer overall.
I have a 2017 ES350 with luxury package...great vehicle!!
Good choice!
Just got this car. 2018 ES 350 is awesome. I would like to upgrade rims to either 18" or 19". Would be nice to see a review on those rims for non F sports models. Thanks
Nice purchase, hope it works out well for you!
now this is a car id like to buy
The 2019 model seems to stray a bit from Lexus' original design ideas. This generation still has a subtle look to it without going over the top.
I did some Color Mines black on the outside
Lovely business car
We think so too, it's a good option for those looking for some specific features like sun shades and ventilated seats, and the added reliability.
My 2007 avalon has reclining back seats but this 50k car dint
This car is so BOSS
We really liked it, and see tonnes of them on the road! We still mistake it for the larger GS too!
As nice as this cars is, I keep thinking KIA Stinger GT (I know not the same market segment).
CONGRATULATIONS (sarcastic) you're the first automotive journalist to compliment and like the Lexus touch pad interface.
Antoine Pageau Kia is a nice car, but this Lexus would be more reliable in the long run. If your the type of guy who likes to keep his car for 5-8 years and then sell it - the Kia is perfect. If you want it to last 20 years, get the Lexus.
If KIA was an American or British brand I wouldn't doubt your statement. Korean manufacturers seem much closer in philosophy to the Japanese than the Americans or Brits. I see a product that is aiming for Japanese reliability and European road manners and styling. The question that hurts is why haven't Lexus (Toyota) and the other Japanese manufactures been able do this?
The problem is that it was never about what Toyota or Lexus wants, it's what the customers / market wants. It also explains why we don't all drive Lada's.
I don't see the relevance. Cars aren't art and even if they were it's the market that determines what is successful or not. Great for Lexus if they're doing well, it doesn't take away from KIA and Hyundai's rapide growth and success. If I didn't know better I'ld guess you work for Toyota (or Lexus).
its a luxury beefed up v6 camry rides smooth great performance comfy my choice of luxury car or ls unfortunately i got the toyouta instead $
Lexus has done pretty selling the ES to those looking for something that isn't performance oriented but smooth and comfortable on the road.
Why does it seem like cars outside the US look better? What’s that interior color? It doesn’t look parchment to me
Lexus calls this interior 'Flaxen', sort of like a brown yellow according to the internet. Looks really nice in person, not so much when filming in less-than-ideal weather conditions like we had.
Do you believe it is worth getting this than the 2016 version
I believe the 2016 and 2018s are about the same, 2015 was a facelift year for the Lexus ES, and the new 2019 models are a new generation.
PRN_TestDrive interesting. Thank you for taking the time to reply!
PRN_TestDrive forgive me, what would you recommend this one or the 2019 ? Lol
That’s a good question! I haven’t had a chance to drive the 2019 yet but it looks really nice. Lexus makes some solid cars that age incredibly well, and this ES has a lot going for it. Might be able to get a great deal on one if a dealership still has one sitting in inventory!
Awesome in gold. But...what's with that gigantic grille on Lexus' current models? Sorry, a real deal breaker for me.
I don't think they're going to be changing things up for the foreseeable future. The 2019 ES continues with the current design language found on their other sedans.
The interior is very lackluster in my opinion. My family was looking between a 2017 Lexus ES350 Ultra Luxury (US version of Executive package) and a 2017 Lexus GS350 AWD and the GS was MUCH nicer inside compared to the ES for not much more money. The ES was MSRP $49k usd and the GS was $56k msrp. But we ended up getting a white on black GS350 premium package for about $48k (pretty good discount from 56k. )
GS is absolutely reliable , great handling , luxurious. nonetheless interior looking quite boring and tasteless.you can also take a look for the IS350 f-sport ,it's much fancy then
We haven't had a chance to see the current generation GS, but everyone is going to have their own opinions about styling no matter what.
PRN it wasn’t really the styling (I kinda liked the ES more on looks on the inside). But, the build quality for the GS was much higher. The center console felt very plasticky on the ES, and on the GS it’s soft touch with more padding. The volume knobs are actually aluminum on the GS, and the leather had more padding. But, the ES had better seats in the Executive trim, having thigh extensions and more adjustments. Also, the 15 Speaker ML stereo in the loaded ES is much better than the standard 12 Speaker pioneer system in the GS (obviously).
Tyler Beeson there's not much more that different from a fully loaded ES that goes all the way to slightly over 50k to a fully loaded Gs apart from the massive infotainment screen in the Gs and a few other features available like more adjustable seats and rear heating etc. But a fully loaded Gs 450 h which is basically the top of the line is over 60k. I think the major difference is with the engines and drive trains really. One.can customise both cars to really look very nice on the interior.
I always love the sexiness and manliness of the GS since forever, so I got an 16 GS but had to return it and got an 16 ES 350 even though I love the 311 hp powerful engine of the GS with paddle shifter. I drive mostly in traffic at rush hour, and the steering wheel on GS feel heavy to me at 30-40 mph. At 80 mph, it's a nice beast. My other car was 18 RX 350, which the steering is super light. So I got an 2016 ES 350, it does fit me better, very smooth and quiet ride, just not powerful as the GS with only 268 hp. Steering is awesome, Sport mode and manual shifting is still powerful. Exterrior and interior also looks nice too compare to GS. Only thing better in GS is the bigger 12.3 inch screen. ES is much smoother and quieter.
This or the new 5 series ?
We'd certainly like to compare them, though most people will complain that the 5 Series BMW is AWD over the Lexus ES' FWD-only option. We've been considering what to compare this vehicle with and it's tough since the Acura TLX is all-wheel drive, and the Infiniti Q70 also comes AWD-only.
Why do the wheels look different on some 2108 es 350?
Lexus likely offered different rims depending on trim/options and maybe even market.
I say it again you are what you drive if at is a Lexus are Toyota BMW Cadillac what ever all I can say enjoy the Ride
Well said!
The only thing I don’t like is the fact that it doesn’t have paddle shifters
Fair enough. Lexus doesn't really see this as a sporty model in their lineup which is why I think they don't add them on to the ES.
@@PRNTestDrive oh. That makes sense
Awesome 😎 nice car 🚗 👍
Thanks, we think so too!
Me es is black sir.with ur color
Nice!
it virtually looks like my 2012 with a few front end tweeks. The entire car hasn't really changed dramatically in over 10 years including the new one.
The XV60 has been in production now since 2012, with a slight update between. That's why some of the shots we have from Toyota are of the pre-facelift model, since it's still technically the same.
irresistibleguy72 wait till April 25th for the 2019 model to be released
The problem with light color interiors is that they are thoroughly trashed by 100k miles in the US since we buy one car and daily it. So, black it is. Hell, since we went this far, black on black cause fu.
That's certainly a good point, in fact the 2015 BMW 750Li we featured almost 2 years ago had a white interior and the driver's seat was already staining blue from all the jeans being worn by press driving it.
Black leather ages quickly tho..it shows cracking quick
Looks like a 2007ish camry with a fugly grill
Just don’t like that steering wheel
We're not sure if the steering wheel is going to change for the 2019 model year, but we've seen a few photos of the exterior already.
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