I have a 1998 Camry with 300,000 miles and it still runs smooth. If it ever dies I plan to stay with Toyota or treat myself to a Lexus. These cars are simply second to none.
@@bondedstars Other than the power steering and master cylinder problems that still plague it unless they're finally using an electric power steering system.
Romantic but probably unrealistic view of the future. in 20 years cars with ICEs will be only on display or driven on special occasions by rich people. Normal “Gas” (as you americans say) won’t be affordable if the future goes on as it looks like today.
My number one goal when buying a car is reliability. Lexus has never disappointed me. I'll take the high fuel consumption - even while living in Denmark - as part of the package. Maintenance is cheap, yearly checks are cheap, insurance is relatively cheap. Peugeot did nothing but break down for me and even the so famed Audi and Mercedes kept breaking down or show error lights and always had something broken during the maintenance. List of things that broke on my Lexusses: End of list. P.S. Just have your shit break down in the middle of nowhere in a country you can't speak the language of. Then you will understand how important reliability is.
@@R4M_Tommy On a Peugeot? Forget it, sir. It will break down any time for any reason. Not cool in the middle of Lithuania. They are absolute garbage and last very short. I always maintained my A4 and E class very well (all used vehicles mind you, just like the Lexusses) but occasionally it showed an error lamp and had to bring it to the garage. Then they found out the sensor that senses the thing that's broken itself is broken. At maintenance I had to change the 'carrying arms' (word for word translation, dont know in English) twice on the Audi. That is a design flaw plain and simple. I drive very long distances and people rely on me for medical relief. I cannot allow my shit breaking down and if you find yourself in Copenhagen, reply again as I will honest to God reach out to you so you can find out for yourself.
This is one of the best, most honest, relevant, and useful car reviews I have ever seen that cuts through all the bs. One of the best 15 minutes I have ever spent in my life. Such a pleasure to watch.
@@KentBuchlaJake and I are on an even playing field. My wife, Sam, enjoys her Lexus while she has the opportunity, which I paid off this past June. Now, Jake, doesnt hold that against me when she doesn't pay for Olive Garden, and, he ends up paying for that. We respect eachother and this car really helps close that gap.
I am in my 20's and drive an older ES 350 that I mainly bought for comfort and reliability. In the first few months after I bought it, I was a little self-conscious because it wasn't as "fun" as my friends' German cars. But honestly, I no longer feel that way. Like you said, the NA V6 is such a delight. The technology is very minimal and just what I need, and I'm very happy to see that it hasn't changed years later in the 2022 ES. This car isn't about standing out; it's the exact opposite actually. It's about the DRIVER, about being comfortable and having a best friend that will never fail you. I plan on keeping my ES as a daily driver until the wheels fall out, because unfortunately regulations are ruining the industry, and soon everything budget friendly will have cheap turbo-charged engines.
I downgraded from my Tesla Model 3 to a 2008 Lexus RX350 because I've decided to get my doctorates and save money. Youre absolutely right. The Lexus isn't anything flashy, but its definitely a beauty. I love my car and will probably drive it til it dies. I will highly consider a Lexus instead of a Tesla as my next vehicle. I would not have said those words a couple years back.
My grandfather passed away 2 months ago he took his 1993 Lexus ES to the grave he owned it for 28 years. He was 88. My aunt donated the Lexus to the Mexican family that used to clean my grandfathers APT for the last 8 years. The Lexus is still going!
I have a 2015 Subaru Forester. I got to 120,000 miles before I had any issue. I have 359,000 miles on it now. HOWEVER, I do want to get a Lexus for my next car, because I have had to replace more things than I believe I'd ever need to replace in a Lexus. I had 3 Toyotas before the Subaru and had very few problems. Granted, I never got any of them much past 200K.
I just got my 2021 ES hybrid this month… i do like the screen update if this 2022. surprised a review is out so fast. i’m 37 and used to be a hardcore bmw racer hardcore modder, track day bro but i love the solidity refinement and quiet of the ES. i like that it’s the polar opposite of what kids like. call me a grumpy old man. but i’m proud of it
I'm 49 and I just bought a red 2013 GS 350 AWD with only 34,603 miles on it. Can't wait to get it. It's going to put the power down much better than a FWD ES 350 but still be super comfortable on long road trips. I can drive 6-7 hours in that car and not be exhausted from all the NVH and harsh ride of a sports car. Yet its 0-60 is only 5.6 seconds. Only 0.1 seconds slower than the 1992 Acura NSX that I once owned.
U don't have to be old to appreciate Lexus. I'm 31 this month, also a track addict Porsche/bmw guy. After 10 years of dealing with hard suspension and loud intake sound, my back and head only accept lexus as my DD. Now I have a Ls and ES for my wife.
Many will complain it's a boring car. Boring because it starts every single day for 10 years. Boring because you never have to take it into the shop. Some people like drama I don't.
I drive a 2017 GS350 AWD and love. I had a 2020 NX 300 but got rammed and it was totaled, nobody injured. I took the insurance check to the Lexus dealership and bought the GS350. No more SUVs for me! 😊. Lexus is just good stuff.
In Dubai, the ES represents 95% of the Uber cars (Uber is under the public taxi company, but drivers are free to buy the car of their choice). It is not uncommon to see an ES hybrid clocking 600,000 kms / 372,000 miles, and when you ask the drivers if there are issues, they all say "no issue sir".
This might sound strange for an expensive luxury car, but there’s something really humble about the Lexus ES It’s a luxury car, sure, but it’s like the normal person’s luxury car. Someone appreciates quality and comfort, but wanted a slight step above an Avalon
My wife has a 14 Avalon and my son has an 05 ES330. Not sure how new models of each compare in terms of size. But her Avalon is a lot more spacious inside.
@@アキュラ-p5j I suppose you could use high quality audio from a device connected to a headphone jack, but even some new cars are getting rid of those. I just see the CD player as another option of how I can play music.
@@ARentz07 I don't have the old 3.5 on my phone or in my car sadly. Its sometimes just nice to hear all those special sounds the artist intended you to hear in a song, and even Tidal and stuff don't achieve what a cd can.
I don't know how no one has said this yet, this is an absolutely stunning looker of a car. I haven't seen something that elegant since the swoopy cars from the 1930's
My cheap ass bought an 04 ES330, almost every new car I’ve been in has felt worse and somehow has less basic features. I look like a granny but driving it truly is nice AF…
My mama left me a jeep. It broke down as soon as I started it up. Turned out the head gasket was bad. Spent 2000 to fix it, and it broke down again for transmission. wtf.
Had a ES 330 and loved it. eventually traded it in for a 2006 LS 430. Still have that car-it's like new. Rock solid, can't replace it as it's too nice still!!
That's the thing with Lexus. I'm okay with them being a generation or two behind the competition in terms of tech or powertrain because everything on the car is tried and true plus they're just plain comfortable and stress free to own. Lexus dealerships provide excellent service too.
In Japan I saw a few 100 year olds who died in this behind the wheel, still driving around with rigor mortis set in and the Auto pilot set on 20 mph. You get a whiff of decomposition when they roll past You, staring into nothingness.
I showed my mother your video and to your comment about retiring and dying in it she said, “That’s me!” She’s pretty hard core. She subsequently ordered days ago.
2015 ES 350 owner here. Have put 50k miles on my car and driven it all over the country. I absolutely love it. Such an amazing, refined piece of machinery.
I'm leasing a 350 right now and love it. Go for an F-Sport. I'm a technician at a dealer, if you want stupid reliability, get the hybrid. I didn't think I've ever had to touch one of those thing in my 3 years
I bought this in 2019 at 22 while having a 335i as a secondary car and I’ll tell you this is the best car I’ll ever own. It’s perfect, it’s a car that is beautiful, comfortable, quiet and always dependable.
I love my Lexus ES 350! It is high quality and I’ve never had an issue with the car. I have my 3rd Lexus ES 350… each of the previous cars I kept for over 5 years. I only got a new car ES 350 because I wanted a “new car”.
South Florida retirees love this car. In fact 4 of the top 10 top selling Lexus dealers are in south Florida. In my parents south Florida retirement community this car is everywhere. In fact my mom is on her 4th ES and once a year my parents take it up and down the East cost of the United States
@@Michael_Lorenson it not a Miata as the other car. Most of the people that drive them in Florida are retired baby boomers that Want a comfortable and luxurious cruiser. They do not care about handling.
@@Michael_Lorenson It is not smartness, it is just preference. In young age , you want to get the cars wanted as a kid, something that blows your socks off. But when you get older, you mostly want to coast. And this thing can coast for basically eternity.
I am way younger than a retiree, and I went to South Florida to buy this car. The salesman told me they were one of the top 5 highest volume Lexus dealerships in the nation, as you said. South Florida is where Lexus reigns. Watch here! th-cam.com/video/hun8jLLE4T8/w-d-xo.html
@@instasingingvids3529 Priuses used for Taxis and Ubers typically get replaced at 350k-400k km with original battery. Every time I ask a taxi driver they say their next car will be a toyota hybrid.
just want to come back to this to say my dad got one of these like a year ago, and every time i get in it STILL i’m just blown away by how nice it is. i love it. i even bought an old one
One of the best rundowns you’ve ever done. While I won’t own one of these, you touch upon the practical elements of what so many cars cannot get right. I know there’s a lot of R&D that goes into things like NVH or tactility, but damn-near every manufacturer spends far more time on tech that fights what matters so much more. Hats off to Lexus for sticking to core elements, and succeeding.
The car for the guy who knows he's only got 20 yrs left before giving up driving and wants to give his new-born grandson something when he goes to college
If I only had 20 years of driving left, I would (budget permitting) try all the cool cars out there. ES350 would not be one of them. The discontinued GS350 very well may.
@@SBM200612 I'm 49 and I just bought a red 2013 GS 350 AWD with only 34,603 miles on it. Can't wait to get it. It's going to put the power down much better than a FWD ES 350 but still be super comfortable on long road trips. I can drive 6-7 hours in that car and not be exhausted from all the NVH and harsh ride of a sports car. Yet its 0-60 is only 5.6 seconds. Only 0.1 seconds slower than the 1992 Acura NSX that I once owned.
There is absolutely nothing like these beauties! I've got an 03 ES 300 and it really says something when you can FEEL how much more reliable yout vehicle is than eeevvvverything else on the road. I feel like we ES owners are like members of an elite fraternity of luxury cars or something lol
I got into a 21 es350 after a 17 and it’s a good improvement. The addition of full radar cruise control that doesn’t shut off at low speeds is great and the lane keeping system is way better then last gen too. Overall I’m happy. Couldn’t be a better daily driver in nyc and ultimate best bang for your buck! Last gen was good at that but this new one takes it to another level!
@@hostiliscivitas An engine is constantly wearing from day one. Turbocharging doesn’t always speed this process up as can make it extremely more efficient thus outcome being more sustain reliability.
@@666cemetaryslut haha ha -great comment-for those reading this comment who doesn't understand, Tanner was making a point that a "Chevy man" can't spell !!!
I recently purchased an ES300h ultra luxury after the dealership offered me a ridiculous amount of money(in a good way) for my RC350 ultra luxury. I really enjoy the ES on long trips; it is an amazing highway cruiser. 46 MPG average over the first 2800 miles. I was getting about 22 MPG in the RC350. The ES line is not a sport sedan; it’s an amazing cruiser! I just wish they didn’t come with the garbage Bridgestone OEM tires!
You should consider changing your tires. My ES300h UL also came Bridgestone (Turanza) and after 2 summers (I live in Canada), the ride quality became weird (the steering wheel wasn't as smooth, the road noise became louder, etc.). Just switched to Michelin Primacy and the difference was night and day.
@@andrewlawson4901 The issue with the michelins is they don't last past 30k miles. The bridgestone quiettracks are far and away better than any competitor.
@@singular9 Michelin Primacy 3ST & more recently, Primacy 4, last 120,000km on my (Aussie) Holden Caprice. V8 RWD. I absolutely LOVE these tyres - aside from the longevity, they are very quiet, and grip very well in the wet. I'm a chauffeur so drive sedately most of the time though.
@@stripmallkarate3330 not sure what you mean, this is a 40k car, at that price many people are still cost conscious. Why do you think they offer a hybrid?
@@AlexSchwartzATV It is a gorgeous car indeed, but the sound system is not so good. I've been driving it for a year now I realize my previous bmw 3 series is significantly better on the sound quality.
After my wife and I purchased a new Lexus es350 ultra luxury a few months ago, this car is as advertised in this video except the spinning issue with the front wheel drive….i drive it normal and I have never spun wheels. Superb cruiser.
more like the woman you marry when you're too afraid to explore your other options. 50 years later you still feel safe but never stopped wondering about the other cars I think the IS500 fits your description better
My stage 2 Audi 3.0TSFI A6 has terminal rod knock at 74k miles. Enough bullshit .. time for a Lexus. Just ordered my ES350 tonight. I still have my Porsche if I want to rip around. But the ES.... Man I can't wait for a road trip just quiet and smooth. Thx for the great reviews
Ordered and purchased a new 2022 Lexus ES350 Ultra Luxury in September for my wife, her third ES350 and her favorite by far! She watched this video at my request and that helped cement the deal. She loves the upgrades in this new version (previous one 2016) and everything you said in your video is spot on. She hopes to keep this car a long long time and loves the silky engine and transmission. We have already taken two 3-hour trips in it and it is much more comfortable for me (bad back) than her previous ES350. Love the Apple CarPlay and Mark Levinson audio system. And my standard of comparison is very high, as my current vehicle is a Mercedes S550 and before that a Lexus LS460 w/ML system. Thank you for your honest and thorough reviews.
I have a 2019 ES350 and I absolutely love it. I was a BMW Fanboy for years owning several of their "high tech" turbo'd straight 6's. After getting so frustrated with the problems and bills from all the breakdowns I finally switched. I honestly don't all the hate lexus gets for V6 in these I went from a 335i to this and it's not that different and I drive it like a racecar all the time. Even though It's a bit slower I find its power delivery more engaging. I can't wait for the IS 500.
I just switched from BMW Active hybrid 3 to Lexus es 350 because the BMW was costing too much to maintain. It was a piece of junk after 75 k miles. This car is so smooth, quiet and comfortable. I got the ultra luxury and the technology is leaps and bounds ahead of BMW.
Definitely go for the ES. People say it's basically the same as the Avalon, but I've always found the ES (especially this new gen) to be waaaaay nicer. And you can get CPO models for a steal.
ES is super smooth, but damned if every new Avalon I see in traffic isn't making me look twice right now. The recent redesign was incredible for that car.
Avalon is a better car overall. It is the same as the ES, without the Lexus badge. Your insurance rates will be lower, you'll pay Toyota maintenance costs versus Lexus, and you can work out a rebate much easier on the Avalon as opposed to the ES. An Avalon, with rebates, can be had at the top-of-the-range Limited trim, at a lower price than a base ES.
@@texan903 Stating my bias up front as an ES buyer, Avalon was a fine car and a better value overall in many ways, but it was not a better car. The ES is clearly superior in numerous specific metrics: sound insulation, standard and optional sound systems, quality of interior mateirals being just a few. The Avalon objectively beat the ES in three areas: folding rear seats (not an ES omission, but reflects a choice by engineers to add an extra structural stiffening brace to the ES that blocks the pass-through), the availability of heated rear seats (a real and puzzling ES omission), and that stupid touchpad --- but in '22, ES fixed it with a touchscreen. Every other area, ES generally wins, as it should with its higher price.
I just bought 2021 ES350 last month and really loving it. I wanted a 2022, but, it was not out yet where I bought my 2021 ES350 here in Torrance, CA. I never regret selling my 2009 ML-350 Mercedes-Benz with almost 62K mileage only (first owner).
@ Melds, Ironically I was at that South Bay Dealership last week, limited stock & colors on hand. I was able to get a great Person there to track one down in transit and I will hopefully have my ‘22 ES 350 w NAVI, panoramic roof, etc. by 03/01
Spot on review. As a commuter, that’s exactly why I bought my 2011. I wanted something comfortable going to work and back with enough power to pass people that wouldn’t leave me stranded. The negative is also spot on. I wish when I floor it that the car would respond.
adding a performance muffler on my 2011 deleted acceleration lag. aslo a throttle controller (sprint booster, pedal commader) will offer improvement along with the k&n intake for the 2012 models
I owned a 2013 ES350 for 2 years (2nd owner from 2019 to 2021). Bought it with only 30k miles andPut 10k miles on it.. amazing build quality. Just sold it 3 months ago for my 2002 ES300 with 161k miles. One owner who maintained it at the same Lexus dealership thru 110k miles. This one is amazing, interior leather like new, no accidents, timing belt, water pump and valve cover gasket replaced at 87k miles. So quiet and solid, the craftsmanship is unparalleled for a 19 year old car. Definitely keeping this car for next 10 plus years. Brought it 2021 by installing a double din Alpine head unit, w Apple Car Play, microphone and hard wired back up camera w LED lights. Shifts smooth, feels like it 5 years old not 19 ! Best value for a Lexus you can find !
Such a good all round car. Aldo, Lexus make the softest seats in the auto industry nowadays, reminds me of those you’d find in American luxo barges from the 70s, 80s & 90s.
I don't want it to be sporty, I want it to be a luxury car. I couldn't care less about how the car puts its' power down. I've never floored a vehicle once. Why? Because I take care of my things so that they last a very long time. Hence, why I love Lexus. I sincerely hope that they keep the V6 in the next generation of the ES and also focus wholey on luxury. I don't even want the car to have a "sport" mode. Great review!
This review is way better than lots of movies I've watched over the last few years. I just love the way they do their reviews, its like a freaking movie! Thanks!
I just discovered your review and man, this is one of the best car reviews I have seen. You go straight to the point, the image and audio quality as well as the editing is top notch. I am a fan!
I am so glad Mark covers Lexus/Toyota with praise and actually tells the truth about their vehicles. Also very dope he owns a 500 as well. I am owner a 98 400 for over a year and with the maintenance i have provided her she has been a dream, now she is classified as my Bippu project and has seen the pavement a fews time for being quite low, she still is a magnificent vehicle that i can continually rely on. I also own a 04 5spd corolla as a daily to save on gas and the mechanical prowess caries over to even a econo car! I dont plan on purchasing any other vehicle products other than Toy/Lex for quite some time. Such a stress free lifestyle. Appreciate the continual honesty and appreciation for vehicles Mark.
I just traded in My 2023 VW Arteon SEL Premium R-Line for a CPO 2023 White /Ash interior ES350 with Premium Package. I could no longer deal with the quality of the VW rattles and build quality. All i can say is I am so glad I did this. The build quality of the Lexus is mind blowing coming from the VW Arteon... so solid. I now get it why people love these cars. The V6 is soo silky smooth and the ride quality matches it. I LOVE THIS CAR. And i can now go back to putting regular gas in my car. 😄
Mom’s ES350 only had the battery replaced once over the 12 years we’ve owned it. I love the Lexus Red, the smooth and peppy V6, the smooth and quiet ride, and very nice speakers. I love this generation of Lexus, it’s sharp but composed, and I want to own one.
My introduction into the Lexus family was through my first ES300. The tech company I worked for was 25 miles away and this car was AWESOME! I arrived fresh in the morning and in the evening the smooth commute home helped to calm the day's annoyances. :-) I've owned 2 ES's before switching to the IS line, perform the regular maintenance and they will last for hundreds of thousands of miles. Nice review!
I don’t see this as a car for boring people, I believe that this is a perfect car for someone who wants luxury that can be affordable AND keep a low profile as this is comfortable and easy to deal with type of car. You don’t need an S-Class to be happy this is more than enough
I have a 2007 ES350. Probably one of the best cars I’ve ever owned. Old, high miles, rusty, but rides smooth, enough power to move itself, and quiet. I would buy a new one. Can’t get cars like this anymore.
I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and, coincidently, I'm a long-time Lexus owner with my current vehicle being a 2020 ES300h Ultra Luxury model. You are absolutely correct about this model being designed for boring, retired guys just like me. I didn't buy it for any other reason than for all of the attributes you highlighted in this excellent review. What a wonderful car this is that obtains incredible mpg's!
Some of your videos are real masterpieces! Simple, realistic and straight without philosophical remedies and clean from substantial explain , this is one of them. Thanks for this great production.
My mom has owned 3 generations of the ES, currently driving the current gen since 2019. The current gen's suspension is 100% better, it is noticeably stiffer but without loss of comfort, you can actually take a corner at speed without coming to a full stop in fear of rolling over. But the best thing I love Lexus for doing to this generation is 6:58 in the front where the splash shield ends there is a cutout exposing the subframe. 7:23 in the rear right between the control arm and exhaust they've welded on a dedicated stand off right on the subframe. Both were not there for the previous gen, this makes jacking up the car so much easier. For someone who works on their cars, change tires twice a year, this is pretty significant for me. I work on a lot of new cars, they get more covered up each generation, I'm glad Lexus is taking the little steps to help out the little guy.
At 21 my first car was a 19’ Lexus IS300 but unfortunately was totaled in an accident. I was not at fault. One month later I got myself a 19’ Lexus ES350 FSport. I’m 23 now and never had/have any problems with either (knock on wood). I loved my Lexus then and I love my Lexus now. I know my car will last me a long time.
I got the first run of 2019 ES350 with factory broken sound system. I got it fixed and replaced amplifier for free and it sound awesome right now. Dealer was great. Very nice and quiet car.
@@Ari--d He used to. A lot of the music that starts the videos now is just more niche licensed stuff. I found the song from the beginning of this video through SoundHound. It's called Lush Living by Martin Landstrom
Why do reviewers take a luxury car and try to throw it around like a sports car and complain about how it handles ? It does what it's suppose to do which is cruise in comfort and has the power to get on the highway or to pass.
Just got a new ES350. I love it. No crappy turbos. It has plenty of power for me. Smooth, quiet, reliable. 0-60 in 6 seconds (I don’t need to go faster than that). In eco mode on the highway I average 34-36 mpg. It’s a beautiful car. So ergonomic inside and it feels like the car was fitted just for me.
Good review, the ES350 has been Avalon based since 2013. Arguably the best overall value in the upscale class, a lot of car for your money without an overworked 4 cylinder (unless AWD model do to transmission design) Kudos to Lexus for staying the course 👍🏽
Had a 2014 ES300h, greatest car I ever owned. Had so much space in the front and back that me and my friends would take it on our trips over their SUVs. It also had insane gas mileage for its time considering its weight and size. Sure it was not as "fun" as my 2007 Honda Fit, 2007 Civic Si, 2010 BMW 128i all in manual, but through owning it, I realized I appreciate cars for what they can offer me practically. It influenced me to get my 2019 RAV4 Hybrid, but even this car still doesn't measure up to the ES300h. I completely agree with this review, this car is greatness.
@@s4nder86 well, i sold it for multiple reasons, needing a different car for the work i do being one of them. but honestly it was mostly cause the hybrid battery died and i didnt want to pay the prices they were asking to replace it. but then i found out months later that there was a way to replace it for free. oh well. i like my car still, but will probably get an es again when i got a family. i actually got that es300h from a family member that was trying to get rid of it, so it was too good of a deal to pass up, and by the time i got it, my 128i was too much of a money sink and i was not canyon running with it enough to justify keeping it.
@@kevinkim9620 Yeah, in Europe nearly all Lexus cars are hybrids so keeping them long term will come with a few surprise bills when the battery starts dying. I wonder if all the extra complexity, mass and cost is even worth the fuel savings.
@@ThomasNing New cars are extremely reliable save for maybe a handful of examples. You rarely ever see cars on side of road anymore like you did a few decades ago. Reliability isn't even in the top 5 buyer's concerns anymore according to research I've seen
Have the 2017 model and still looks like new and haven't yet have problem. It's a smooth and very comfortable car and you only buy this car for comfort and quality. It gets in and out of traffic nicely with sufficient power and add a little more kick on sport mode.
Dad bought me a Cpo one back in 2011 and I drive it to this day with no issues. Only thing that went wrong was fuel cap and that was a cheap replacement. Going to keep it as a DD and drive until it goes under. Saved me so much money in my 20s as well since I never had a car payment yet had a really comfortable daily driver. Drove it throughout college and never felt less since my interior was much nicer than 3 series and c classes.
Every Lexus I've ever owned has taken me 300K miles. If you take care of them they will take care of you. Even the Toyota sienna had for 8 years took me to 370k miles and I still sold it for $5,000. Of course Midas had every single oil change on a computer since I bought it. Something like eight pages. You want to sell a vehicle make sure you have documentation. Right now I'm dropping a Ford F-250 so I can pull my 23 ft trailer. The ride couldn't be more night and day than Lexus RX 350 that I had. That will be my next vehicle after this Ford. How I miss that ride quality.
You 100% nailed the nature of this car. I was a long-time Honda and Audi customer. I moved over to Lexus with the 2016 es350 ( a good car) and then my current 2019 es ( a great car). This is a "sleeper" car. It is competent, smooth and very very capable. The engineering is beyond compare, for the money. The drivetrain is superb. But almost nobody knows or cares. That's ok with me. My "flash" days are long gone, and good riddance to them. This is a car for the ages, a perfect example of a very balanced approach to design and building the perfect car. In time, the automotive community will come to agree that this was the last, best car ever to be produced: 19-23 es 350 6. I think of the W123 chassis Mercedes and would put this chassis there also. This is a 500k mile car, very easily.
Great review, totally agree! I always dismissed this car as an old man's retirement car...but I finally drove one recently, and I totally get the appeal. The reason it still has a boring FWD setup is that customers buying this car prioritize comfort & reliability...it effortlessly centers itself on the highway - never experienced that before in a car - no one is tossing the ES into corners, at least not more than once. It does exactly what it was designed to do, and if you take it for what it is, it is immensely enjoyable.
Just bought a 2024 ES350 Ultra Luxury in Nightfall Mica. Last V6, 2025 ES going with Buzz box 4cyl Turbo. Love car ride is as you stated. They refined infotainment system and cleaned up console. You have to feather the pedal or draw attention in traffic with tire noise as you stated . Great review as always!!!
My first ES was an 02 ES300. It lasted 250,000 miles. The only costly repair I had to do on it was a power steering hose. Which was around $400. I have a 2011 ES 350 with 150,000 miles. Never any issues. These are the most reliable cars I've ever owned. Yes, my only complaint is the torque steer, it does blow.
Yay. A car worth the money. Have a 2015, and no mater how "dated" anyone thinks it is...It works so well that you can't complain that 6 years later its still worth 22k+
Thanks for the review, Mark. When my wife's 2014 ES200H needed tires, I put on a set on Continentals. Now there is some steering feel and I actually had fun taking it through the mountain twists of the Pennsylvania section of I-70. I've grown to like that car.
Lexus uses a couple of brands as OEM on new ES's (Michelin, Bridgestone). Like most OEM tires nowadays, they're cheapo gas mileage specials and the traction is trash. I got immediate traction improvement, although certainly not a cure, by swapping them off immediately.
we just got an RX and i love it for the exact same reasons. Yeah the steering is numb, but good weighting. Yeah it’s not the fastest, but it’s quick enough and has a BUTTERY smooth engine. Yeah the tech is a little old, but who cares when u have an incredible mark levinson. Just a great car all around, and one i truly enjoy driving more than my WRX.
Vacationing at my girlfriends parents house, we’ve been able to use her mother’s 2019 ES350 for a week now. It’s super comfortable, smooth, has plenty of power merging and passing. Also has some of the best ventilated seats I’ve ever used. Her mother also bought it certified pre-owned with 9k miles on it for 31k. A lot of car that will last a long time for 31k.
I have an '05 ES that I mostly use on the weekends. Has just under 80,000 on the clock. My daily driver is an '09 Avalon. The Avalon is a nice car but the ES is noticeably quieter and has a more solid feel. The Avalon is quicker but the ES is more of a pleasure to drive. Got both of them preowned for a decent price since they are not trendy like an SUV. Couldn't be happier.
I have an '08 ES350 that I love. Been more reliable and has more features than even some newer german competitors. Judging from your video I'm sad to say though that it looks like the same drawbacks of the 2008 ES350 continue even up to the 2022 model (FWD, torque steer, etc). I subscribed to your channel because you astutely described exactly the same drawbacks I've had with my ES, and perfectly described everything great about this car as well as what could be better. I would say however, it does have a great amount of features and technology
You hit the nail on the head, not the latest and greatest but wow covers all the bases so well. I own a 2018 GS350 AWD F sport, another fantastic effort from Lexus, so sorry that it's production run is over. I hope to grow old driving this car for years.
Dude you absolutely crushed this review and it’s why I like your videos so much. I’m 56 years old and was driving a 2019 GTI so that will give you an idea of who I am. We needed a new car and after looking at BMW, Audi and Mercedes this was the car that my wife fell in love with for all of the reasons you listed. She couldn’t give a rats ass about the negatives, other than the rear seats not folding, and she’s the kind of person that will drive a car till the wheels fall off. I’m afraid I will be dead before the wheels fall off of this car.
I have a 1998 Camry with 300,000 miles and it still runs smooth. If it ever dies I plan to stay with Toyota or treat myself to a Lexus. These cars are simply second to none.
With you, I had a 2010 Camry with 200k and treated myself to an IS350 :) best upgrade
i raised you with a 600,000 miles 2000 honda accord.
2nd to none is a bit hyperbolic, considering that the only real selling point is the presumed reliability
Lifes to short to spend it driving a camry....
@@gureno19 I love the Camry but I have to agree 😂
20 years from now a teenager is going to inherit this car from grandpa.
@@bondedstars ill tell you i see plenty of gen 2 ES' around campus, but hardly any domestics older than 2010 outside of performance models and trucks
@@bondedstars Other than the power steering and master cylinder problems that still plague it unless they're finally using an electric power steering system.
grandpa had good taste. However with the ICE ban a lot of teenagers will never experience driving in the first place.
Romantic but probably unrealistic view of the future. in 20 years cars with ICEs will be only on display or driven on special occasions by rich people. Normal “Gas” (as you americans say) won’t be affordable if the future goes on as it looks like today.
Similar to how I just gave my dad's 2002 Grand Marquis with less than 50k miles to my son. He has no idea what a sweet ride it was in it's day.
My number one goal when buying a car is reliability. Lexus has never disappointed me. I'll take the high fuel consumption - even while living in Denmark - as part of the package. Maintenance is cheap, yearly checks are cheap, insurance is relatively cheap. Peugeot did nothing but break down for me and even the so famed Audi and Mercedes kept breaking down or show error lights and always had something broken during the maintenance. List of things that broke on my Lexusses:
End of list.
P.S.
Just have your shit break down in the middle of nowhere in a country you can't speak the language of. Then you will understand how important reliability is.
You must ignore car maintenance to have cars break down on you so consistently.
@@R4M_Tommy Hey look guys! This guy believes that proper maintenance of shitboxes are gonna magically turn them less shit.
I can’t imagine living in Europe, home to so many interesting cars, and choosing to buy a Lexus.
@@khonjel_singh your analogy sucks 😂
@@R4M_Tommy On a Peugeot? Forget it, sir. It will break down any time for any reason. Not cool in the middle of Lithuania. They are absolute garbage and last very short. I always maintained my A4 and E class very well (all used vehicles mind you, just like the Lexusses) but occasionally it showed an error lamp and had to bring it to the garage. Then they found out the sensor that senses the thing that's broken itself is broken. At maintenance I had to change the 'carrying arms' (word for word translation, dont know in English) twice on the Audi. That is a design flaw plain and simple.
I drive very long distances and people rely on me for medical relief. I cannot allow my shit breaking down and if you find yourself in Copenhagen, reply again as I will honest to God reach out to you so you can find out for yourself.
This is one of the best, most honest, relevant, and useful car reviews I have ever seen that cuts through all the bs. One of the best 15 minutes I have ever spent in my life. Such a pleasure to watch.
Best 15 mins in your life? Wait until you are little bit older and discover a thing called “women”!
@@KentBuchla15 mins? Settle down. I reserve my wife to enjoy that time with her boyfriend.
@@KentBuchlaJake and I are on an even playing field. My wife, Sam, enjoys her Lexus while she has the opportunity, which I paid off this past June. Now, Jake, doesnt hold that against me when she doesn't pay for Olive Garden, and, he ends up paying for that. We respect eachother and this car really helps close that gap.
I am in my 20's and drive an older ES 350 that I mainly bought for comfort and reliability. In the first few months after I bought it, I was a little self-conscious because it wasn't as "fun" as my friends' German cars. But honestly, I no longer feel that way. Like you said, the NA V6 is such a delight. The technology is very minimal and just what I need, and I'm very happy to see that it hasn't changed years later in the 2022 ES. This car isn't about standing out; it's the exact opposite actually. It's about the DRIVER, about being comfortable and having a best friend that will never fail you. I plan on keeping my ES as a daily driver until the wheels fall out, because unfortunately regulations are ruining the industry, and soon everything budget friendly will have cheap turbo-charged engines.
Very well said mate! Congratulations mate, what colour did you get?
Same! I'm 21 and just got my first car. I bought a 2008 Es350, man I am in love with the car. Definitely driving it until she dies
Also in my 20s with a 2008 ES350 that I love. Same experience as yours. It's a wise choice. Enjoy it dude!
I downgraded from my Tesla Model 3 to a 2008 Lexus RX350 because I've decided to get my doctorates and save money. Youre absolutely right. The Lexus isn't anything flashy, but its definitely a beauty. I love my car and will probably drive it til it dies. I will highly consider a Lexus instead of a Tesla as my next vehicle. I would not have said those words a couple years back.
@@geo5106 Congratulations mate! Good luck with the doctorate!
My grandfather passed away 2 months ago he took his 1993 Lexus ES to the grave he owned it for 28 years. He was 88. My aunt donated the Lexus to the Mexican family that used to clean my grandfathers APT for the last 8 years. The Lexus is still going!
Ive owned over 10 cars and ES was the only one that got me to 100k trouble free miles. Zero nada. Next car is going to be another Lexus(prolly LC500).
I have a 2015 Subaru Forester. I got to 120,000 miles before I had any issue. I have 359,000 miles on it now. HOWEVER, I do want to get a Lexus for my next car, because I have had to replace more things than I believe I'd ever need to replace in a Lexus. I had 3 Toyotas before the Subaru and had very few problems. Granted, I never got any of them much past 200K.
The LC500 is spectacular, in my opinion. Pure automotive jewellery. I wish you many happy miles!
lol everyone I know with name J Park owns a lexus here in K town
230k on my ES350 still going strong
@@HunterXray 359k miles on a 2015!? How much do you drive?
I just got my 2021 ES hybrid this month… i do like the screen update if this 2022. surprised a review is out so fast. i’m 37 and used to be a hardcore bmw racer hardcore modder, track day bro but i love the solidity refinement and quiet of the ES. i like that it’s the polar opposite of what kids like. call me a grumpy old man. but i’m proud of it
How does it behave on highway entrance ramps? Passing cars on 🛣 highways?
@Digital Tog Good. I'm 51 and looking at the ES. Thought I might be too young for it.
I'm 49 and I just bought a red 2013 GS 350 AWD with only 34,603 miles on it. Can't wait to get it. It's going to put the power down much better than a FWD ES 350 but still be super comfortable on long road trips. I can drive 6-7 hours in that car and not be exhausted from all the NVH and harsh ride of a sports car. Yet its 0-60 is only 5.6 seconds. Only 0.1 seconds slower than the 1992 Acura NSX that I once owned.
@@CarShopping101 You once owned..? Was it a NSX not worth keeping.?
U don't have to be old to appreciate Lexus. I'm 31 this month, also a track addict Porsche/bmw guy. After 10 years of dealing with hard suspension and loud intake sound, my back and head only accept lexus as my DD. Now I have a Ls and ES for my wife.
The Lexus ES350: Humble and reliable. Dignified luxury in a reasonable sense.
Indeed. A 'grownup' car.
Many will complain it's a boring car. Boring because it starts every single day for 10 years. Boring because you never have to take it into the shop. Some people like drama I don't.
@@rxonmymind8362 Yes that is why Lexus shop is not crowded like Toyota or other dealers. Love my Lexus.
@@msshepherd3324 Lexus IS Toyota lol
I drive a 2017 GS350 AWD and love. I had a 2020 NX 300 but got rammed and it was totaled, nobody injured. I took the insurance check to the Lexus dealership and bought the GS350. No more SUVs for me! 😊. Lexus is just good stuff.
In Dubai, the ES represents 95% of the Uber cars (Uber is under the public taxi company, but drivers are free to buy the car of their choice). It is not uncommon to see an ES hybrid clocking 600,000 kms / 372,000 miles, and when you ask the drivers if there are issues, they all say "no issue sir".
I really went to a uber that has a New Es350 bro i swear its has a 700 thousand miles !
Last time I went to Dubai it was all Camrys. That was 2015 though.
@@nullravager Camry are taxis. ES are Uber (fancy taxi).
@@leborde lmao here in saudi arabia uber is cheaper than taxi
@@nullravager Because in Saudi, Uber are private. In UAE, they belong to the taxi company and are priced as a fancy taxi.
This might sound strange for an expensive luxury car, but there’s something really humble about the Lexus ES
It’s a luxury car, sure, but it’s like the normal person’s luxury car. Someone appreciates quality and comfort, but wanted a slight step above an Avalon
ES is not an expensive luxury car. It is rather one of the more affordable luxury-ish car. Just like what you said, it's an Avalon in a suit lol
My wife has a 14 Avalon and my son has an 05 ES330.
Not sure how new models of each compare in terms of size.
But her Avalon is a lot more spacious inside.
@@shannoncrawford7212 That is probably because the Lexus ES is more comparable to a Camry in size than the Avalon.
@@kmat31 sort of, they changed to the Avalon chassis for 2012 model years.
@@shannoncrawford7212the 05 ES350 was base on the Camry, this model year is now based on the avalon.
A CD player still there - Gawd bless Lexus.
I've actually seen reviewers poke fun at them for retaining it, not considering it's the best way to get ttur hi-fi quality audio.
@@アキュラ-p5j I suppose you could use high quality audio from a device connected to a headphone jack, but even some new cars are getting rid of those. I just see the CD player as another option of how I can play music.
@@ARentz07 I don't have the old 3.5 on my phone or in my car sadly. Its sometimes just nice to hear all those special sounds the artist intended you to hear in a song, and even Tidal and stuff don't achieve what a cd can.
Lexus knows its geriatric customers just want to play their CDs
at this point it costs more for them to remove lol
The ES is a great car, period. Who needs to hustle constantly? And the interior, at least to my eyes, is beautiful. Nice review as always.
It is a Camry tho
@@dragospahontu yes what’s the problem
@@BarnabyFWNightingale it's not good enough for this price tag. The engine is facing the wrong way and powering the wrong wheels.
They should’ve kept the GS instead of the ES.
@@ms3173 people didn't buy the GS
I don't know how no one has said this yet, this is an absolutely stunning looker of a car. I haven't seen something that elegant since the swoopy cars from the 1930's
My cheap ass bought an 04 ES330, almost every new car I’ve been in has felt worse and somehow has less basic features. I look like a granny but driving it truly is nice AF…
same here. its like driving a boeing 747. very smooth
My mama left me a jeep. It broke down as soon as I started it up. Turned out the head gasket was bad. Spent 2000 to fix it, and it broke down again for transmission. wtf.
I also have an irreplaceable 04 ES330 & cannot find an acceptable sedan.
@@ricky-sanchez Chrysler in a nutshell
Had a ES 330 and loved it. eventually traded it in for a 2006 LS 430. Still have that car-it's like new. Rock solid, can't replace it as it's too nice still!!
I deeply appreciate your ability to objectively review how well a car fulfills its intended mission…
The 3.5L V6 is also dual injected. So no port cleaning!
And twice the amount of injectiors to replace 😄
@@thetableflip IF you ever need too.
@@thetableflip first day here?
@@thetableflip since when do you need to replace injectors on a toyota?
@@RandomlnternetGuy 3.0 d4d diesel
The only thing to replace a 1992-1996 Camry/ES300.
That's the thing with Lexus. I'm okay with them being a generation or two behind the competition in terms of tech or powertrain because everything on the car is tried and true plus they're just plain comfortable and stress free to own. Lexus dealerships provide excellent service too.
this car's best kept secret is that there's a werther's dispenser in the center console.
Ain't nothing wrong with some Werther's Originals.
Mine has cherry ludens and its exactly why I got it 😂
3 yrs late to this comment, but legit crying laughing 😂
thank you
😂
In Japan I saw a few 100 year olds who died in this behind the wheel, still driving around with rigor mortis set in and the Auto pilot set on 20 mph. You get a whiff of decomposition when they roll past You, staring into nothingness.
There’s an award winning anime plot right there.
😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂
Yes, but the ES is still running like a dream...
Hey Takuan you a funny guy. Y'know, you say things funny. Thumbs up from me.
I gotta give you credit, Goose. You made me sit through a video about an es350.
What a refreshingly objective review here, worth watching (as always) even with no real interest in this kind of car.
I showed my mother your video and to your comment about retiring and dying in it she said, “That’s me!” She’s pretty hard core. She subsequently ordered days ago.
Unusual selling method, but effective! :.)
I actually would like to see a vid that goes over your ‘Keeper’ list. “It’s a keeper!”
It would probably just be a list of Toyota products with the V6 in it haha. At least the top 5 anyway
or a playlist!
or we can call it "Keeper list or the most boring cars to drive"
2015 ES 350 owner here. Have put 50k miles on my car and driven it all over the country. I absolutely love it. Such an amazing, refined piece of machinery.
Thank you Mark for helping me to convince my wife that she doesn't need a stupid ASS-YOU-WE, but a Lexus ES 350/300h!
Brother Mark always preaches the right stuff :P
I'm leasing a 350 right now and love it. Go for an F-Sport. I'm a technician at a dealer, if you want stupid reliability, get the hybrid. I didn't think I've ever had to touch one of those thing in my 3 years
I failed in convincing my wife so happy for you bud.
@@piyushsopory5817 water cuts through rocks, just keep it on)
@@danielfield7986 I doubt my wife needs F sport, especially it being FWD. She does want blacked out wheels though...
I bought this in 2019 at 22 while having a 335i as a secondary car and I’ll tell you this is the best car I’ll ever own. It’s perfect, it’s a car that is beautiful, comfortable, quiet and always dependable.
I love my Lexus ES 350! It is high quality and I’ve never had an issue with the car. I have my 3rd Lexus ES 350… each of the previous cars I kept for over 5 years. I only got a new car ES 350 because I wanted a “new car”.
Does it have that hump to the right of the gas pedal?
@@JoeTakagi00 The new one doesn't.
I bought an Avalon for exactly the same reasons in this video and I'm under 30. It's an excellent car and I appreciate the comfort every day driving.
That car will save you many a job interviews. 😃
South Florida retirees love this car. In fact 4 of the top 10 top selling Lexus dealers are in south Florida. In my parents south Florida retirement community this car is everywhere. In fact my mom is on her 4th ES and once a year my parents take it up and down the East cost of the United States
Every other car in Miami is a NX or RX that doesn’t surprise me
That's because old people are smarter than young people, through experience. I'll bet a fair number of those people also have Miatas for fun.
@@Michael_Lorenson it not a Miata as the other car. Most of the people that drive them in Florida are retired baby boomers that Want a comfortable and luxurious cruiser. They do not care about handling.
@@Michael_Lorenson It is not smartness, it is just preference. In young age , you want to get the cars wanted as a kid, something that blows your socks off. But when you get older, you mostly want to coast. And this thing can coast for basically eternity.
I am way younger than a retiree, and I went to South Florida to buy this car.
The salesman told me they were one of the top 5 highest volume Lexus dealerships in the nation, as you said. South Florida is where Lexus reigns.
Watch here!
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Even though I don't care for this car at all, I'll happily watch this for the production value alone.
I don’t give a shit about 90% of the cars on this channel. Quality of the show is worth it.
@@darkchild130 haha
You should start caring about the ES. one of the only cars that’ll never let you down.
Gotta love insecure people, afraid that perfect strangers will care what they think about anything. See also: "I'm not gay but...", etc.
How dare you not care about the ES? Have you no soul?
This car will be going strong long after a person’s 3rd TT, GDI, DCT/CVT is sold for peanuts.
I totally agree with that observation...
The only one that might not be going for as long. Is the hybrid version. They seem to last around 10-15 years. Sometimes less sometimes more.
@@instasingingvids3529 Priuses used for Taxis and Ubers typically get replaced at 350k-400k km with original battery. Every time I ask a taxi driver they say their next car will be a toyota hybrid.
Toyota's eCVT is a very reliable transmission.
just want to come back to this to say my dad got one of these like a year ago, and every time i get in it STILL i’m just blown away by how nice it is. i love it. i even bought an old one
They're so good that you should change your user name to it!
I have a 2017 and it is a dream for long distance trips. So quiet and comfortable
One of the best rundowns you’ve ever done. While I won’t own one of these, you touch upon the practical elements of what so many cars cannot get right. I know there’s a lot of R&D that goes into things like NVH or tactility, but damn-near every manufacturer spends far more time on tech that fights what matters so much more.
Hats off to Lexus for sticking to core elements, and succeeding.
The car for the guy who knows he's only got 20 yrs left before giving up driving and wants to give his new-born grandson something when he goes to college
If I only had 20 years of driving left, I would (budget permitting) try all the cool cars out there. ES350 would not be one of them. The discontinued GS350 very well may.
The guy buying this car wants a reliable non turbo car that will last.
@@SBM200612 I'm 49 and I just bought a red 2013 GS 350 AWD with only 34,603 miles on it. Can't wait to get it. It's going to put the power down much better than a FWD ES 350 but still be super comfortable on long road trips. I can drive 6-7 hours in that car and not be exhausted from all the NVH and harsh ride of a sports car. Yet its 0-60 is only 5.6 seconds. Only 0.1 seconds slower than the 1992 Acura NSX that I once owned.
Dang bro wtf
A great review. When it comes to comfort with a bullet reliability. The Lexus just hits the nail on the head. An ultimate no fuss cruiser!
I wonder how many people with fold down back seats ever use them anyway?
That's why I own an ES 350!!! Extreme reliability!!!
Owning a 2003 Lexus ES and all I can say is that I really miss going to a mechanic
There is absolutely nothing like these beauties! I've got an 03 ES 300 and it really says something when you can FEEL how much more reliable yout vehicle is than eeevvvverything else on the road. I feel like we ES owners are like members of an elite fraternity of luxury cars or something lol
Buy a second car that's coming from Europe.
@@imranmann3260As a Mercedes owner. I am watching Lexus ES videos now. Thats all I am saying.
I got into a 21 es350 after a 17 and it’s a good improvement. The addition of full radar cruise control that doesn’t shut off at low speeds is great and the lane keeping system is way better then last gen too. Overall I’m happy. Couldn’t be a better daily driver in nyc and ultimate best bang for your buck! Last gen was good at that but this new one takes it to another level!
Totally agree on the naturally aspirated V6 - i like the lack of turbos etc.
Turbos destroy engine life
No
@@hostiliscivitas An engine is constantly wearing from day one. Turbocharging doesn’t always speed this process up as can make it extremely more efficient thus outcome being more sustain reliability.
@@hostiliscivitas 2.7L Ecoboost Engines are a small V6 with two turbos. Yet they last longer than the tride and true 5.0L Coyote V8.
@@maxboya Oh please... there are plenty of problems with the 2.7L ecoboost. Not even comparable with the Toyota GR engine.
I’d still take this over any 4cyl crossover pile
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@@whoawoahh Born Chivy man
@@666cemetaryslut haha ha -great comment-for those reading this comment who doesn't understand, Tanner was making a point that a "Chevy man" can't spell !!!
@@whoawoahh Chivy equinox.
I recently purchased an ES300h ultra luxury after the dealership offered me a ridiculous amount of money(in a good way) for my RC350 ultra luxury. I really enjoy the ES on long trips; it is an amazing highway cruiser. 46 MPG average over the first 2800 miles. I was getting about 22 MPG in the RC350.
The ES line is not a sport sedan; it’s an amazing cruiser! I just wish they didn’t come with the garbage Bridgestone OEM tires!
You should consider changing your tires. My ES300h UL also came Bridgestone (Turanza) and after 2 summers (I live in Canada), the ride quality became weird (the steering wheel wasn't as smooth, the road noise became louder, etc.). Just switched to Michelin Primacy and the difference was night and day.
@@andrewlawson4901 The issue with the michelins is they don't last past 30k miles. The bridgestone quiettracks are far and away better than any competitor.
@@singular9 Michelin Primacy 3ST & more recently, Primacy 4, last 120,000km on my (Aussie) Holden Caprice. V8 RWD. I absolutely LOVE these tyres - aside from the longevity, they are very quiet, and grip very well in the wet. I'm a chauffeur so drive sedately most of the time though.
@@singular9 if you’re fortunate enough to afford this car, you don’t care about the cost of tires
@@stripmallkarate3330 not sure what you mean, this is a 40k car, at that price many people are still cost conscious. Why do you think they offer a hybrid?
a gorgeous, ultra comfortable, reliable commuter with a great sound system.
Gorgeous, LMAO
@@povertyspec9651 yes, i see them on the street and think it’s gorgeous. calm down.
@@AlexSchwartzATV It is a gorgeous car indeed, but the sound system is not so good. I've been driving it for a year now I realize my previous bmw 3 series is significantly better on the sound quality.
indeed!!
@@Truth1492 You must've never heard one with the 17 speaker mark levinson surround sound. It's the best out there.
After my wife and I purchased a new Lexus es350 ultra luxury a few months ago, this car is as advertised in this video except the spinning issue with the front wheel drive….i drive it normal and I have never spun wheels. Superb cruiser.
Whata beautiful car. ALSO, no ads?! What a blessing
Sad for SG though. They put so much effort into these and get nothing from the YT adsense
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@@PianoBlackTrimRep. are you serious?
This car is the female equivalent of the woman you marry and 50 years later on your deathbed you still love her the same way you did on day one
That's how I feel about my 05 r1
@@theyweredeadwhenigotthere1391 Is that a bike
No it’s a mule
more like the woman you marry when you're too afraid to explore your other options. 50 years later you still feel safe but never stopped wondering about the other cars
I think the IS500 fits your description better
@@Re3iRtH it's like a huffy but better
My stage 2 Audi 3.0TSFI A6 has terminal rod knock at 74k miles. Enough bullshit .. time for a Lexus. Just ordered my ES350 tonight. I still have my Porsche if I want to rip around. But the ES.... Man I can't wait for a road trip just quiet and smooth.
Thx for the great reviews
Ordered and purchased a new 2022 Lexus ES350 Ultra Luxury in September for my wife, her third ES350 and her favorite by far! She watched this video at my request and that helped cement the deal. She loves the upgrades in this new version (previous one 2016) and everything you said in your video is spot on. She hopes to keep this car a long long time and loves the silky engine and transmission. We have already taken two 3-hour trips in it and it is much more comfortable for me (bad back) than her previous ES350. Love the Apple CarPlay and Mark Levinson audio system. And my standard of comparison is very high, as my current vehicle is a Mercedes S550 and before that a Lexus LS460 w/ML system. Thank you for your honest and thorough reviews.
I have a 2019 ES350 and I absolutely love it. I was a BMW Fanboy for years owning several of their "high tech" turbo'd straight 6's. After getting so frustrated with the problems and bills from all the breakdowns I finally switched. I honestly don't all the hate lexus gets for V6 in these I went from a 335i to this and it's not that different and I drive it like a racecar all the time. Even though It's a bit slower I find its power delivery more engaging. I can't wait for the IS 500.
Same here , i’m a BMW fan boy who is switching to Lexus for exactly the same reason
I just switched from BMW Active hybrid 3 to Lexus es 350 because the BMW was costing too much to maintain. It was a piece of junk after 75 k miles. This car is so smooth, quiet and comfortable. I got the ultra luxury and the technology is leaps and bounds ahead of BMW.
Big brain people
Just got mine yesterday 2019 too. Love the smoothness
Exactly the same. Came from a '15 335i and the quality, ride, and reliability definitely make up for the difference in power.
I never liked sedans until I drove an Avalon for a week. I plan on buying an es, avalon, or camry next year for a daily. Fantastic platform 👍
Definitely go for the ES. People say it's basically the same as the Avalon, but I've always found the ES (especially this new gen) to be waaaaay nicer. And you can get CPO models for a steal.
ES is super smooth, but damned if every new Avalon I see in traffic isn't making me look twice right now. The recent redesign was incredible for that car.
Avalon is a better car overall. It is the same as the ES, without the Lexus badge. Your insurance rates will be lower, you'll pay Toyota maintenance costs versus Lexus, and you can work out a rebate much easier on the Avalon as opposed to the ES. An Avalon, with rebates, can be had at the top-of-the-range Limited trim, at a lower price than a base ES.
Want an Avalon? Better hurry and get one quick. Toyota has just announced that they're discontinuing the Avalon after 2022.😥
@@texan903 Stating my bias up front as an ES buyer, Avalon was a fine car and a better value overall in many ways, but it was not a better car. The ES is clearly superior in numerous specific metrics: sound insulation, standard and optional sound systems, quality of interior mateirals being just a few. The Avalon objectively beat the ES in three areas: folding rear seats (not an ES omission, but reflects a choice by engineers to add an extra structural stiffening brace to the ES that blocks the pass-through), the availability of heated rear seats (a real and puzzling ES omission), and that stupid touchpad --- but in '22, ES fixed it with a touchscreen. Every other area, ES generally wins, as it should with its higher price.
I just bought 2021 ES350 last month and really loving it. I wanted a 2022, but, it was not out yet where I bought my 2021 ES350 here in Torrance, CA. I never regret selling my 2009 ML-350 Mercedes-Benz with almost 62K mileage only (first owner).
@ Melds, Ironically I was at that South Bay Dealership last week, limited stock & colors on hand. I was able to get a great Person there to track one down in transit and I will hopefully have my ‘22 ES 350 w NAVI, panoramic roof, etc. by 03/01
I come from a Toyota/Lexus family here in California. The ES is a gem 💎
Spot on review. As a commuter, that’s exactly why I bought my 2011. I wanted something comfortable going to work and back with enough power to pass people that wouldn’t leave me stranded.
The negative is also spot on. I wish when I floor it that the car would respond.
adding a performance muffler on my 2011 deleted acceleration lag. aslo a throttle controller (sprint booster, pedal commader) will offer improvement along with the k&n intake for the 2012 models
I owned a 2013 ES350 for 2 years (2nd owner from 2019 to 2021). Bought it with only 30k miles andPut 10k miles on it.. amazing build quality. Just sold it 3 months ago for my 2002 ES300 with 161k miles. One owner who maintained it at the same Lexus dealership thru 110k miles. This one is amazing, interior leather like new, no accidents, timing belt, water pump and valve cover gasket replaced at 87k miles. So quiet and solid, the craftsmanship is unparalleled for a 19 year old car. Definitely keeping this car for next 10 plus years. Brought it 2021 by installing a double din Alpine head unit, w Apple Car Play, microphone and hard wired back up camera w LED lights. Shifts smooth, feels like it 5 years old not 19 ! Best value for a Lexus you can find !
I thought the Perry Como style bringing music fit the demographic for this car. Good choice.
Such a good all round car. Aldo, Lexus make the softest seats in the auto industry nowadays, reminds me of those you’d find in American luxo barges from the 70s, 80s & 90s.
What more could you ask for to have a 306 hp aspirated ,, smooth riding car that can still get 30 mpg on the hwy.?
Not quite true anymore. The new seats are still excellent, but to keep up with the German Joneses, they've made them noticeably stiffer.
I don't want it to be sporty, I want it to be a luxury car. I couldn't care less about how the car puts its' power down. I've never floored a vehicle once. Why? Because I take care of my things so that they last a very long time. Hence, why I love Lexus. I sincerely hope that they keep the V6 in the next generation of the ES and also focus wholey on luxury. I don't even want the car to have a "sport" mode. Great review!
This review is way better than lots of movies I've watched over the last few years. I just love the way they do their reviews, its like a freaking movie! Thanks!
I just discovered your review and man, this is one of the best car reviews I have seen. You go straight to the point, the image and audio quality as well as the editing is top notch. I am a fan!
If they added AWD to the V6, this would be one of the best daily drivers out there
Agree I’d buy one right now if they did
Put a set of Michelin CrossClimate 2s on this and you'll be just fine 99% of the time.
Well then a used lexus GS is for you, they should have made an AWD V6 for the ES considering it replaced the GS
@@thepcuser5469 Yes. Problem is, for whatever reason they didn't design in enough room in the new platform for both the V6 and AWD.
I am so glad Mark covers Lexus/Toyota with praise and actually tells the truth about their vehicles. Also very dope he owns a 500 as well. I am owner a 98 400 for over a year and with the maintenance i have provided her she has been a dream, now she is classified as my Bippu project and has seen the pavement a fews time for being quite low, she still is a magnificent vehicle that i can continually rely on. I also own a 04 5spd corolla as a daily to save on gas and the mechanical prowess caries over to even a econo car! I dont plan on purchasing any other vehicle products other than Toy/Lex for quite some time. Such a stress free lifestyle. Appreciate the continual honesty and appreciation for vehicles Mark.
I just traded in My 2023 VW Arteon SEL Premium R-Line for a CPO 2023 White /Ash interior ES350 with Premium Package. I could no longer deal with the quality of the VW rattles and build quality. All i can say is I am so glad I did this. The build quality of the Lexus is mind blowing coming from the VW Arteon... so solid. I now get it why people love these cars. The V6 is soo silky smooth and the ride quality matches it. I LOVE THIS CAR. And i can now go back to putting regular gas in my car. 😄
Mom’s ES350 only had the battery replaced once over the 12 years we’ve owned it. I love the Lexus Red, the smooth and peppy V6, the smooth and quiet ride, and very nice speakers. I love this generation of Lexus, it’s sharp but composed, and I want to own one.
My introduction into the Lexus family was through my first ES300. The tech company I worked for was 25 miles away and this car was AWESOME! I arrived fresh in the morning and in the evening the smooth commute home helped to calm the day's annoyances. :-) I've owned 2 ES's before switching to the IS line, perform the regular maintenance and they will last for hundreds of thousands of miles. Nice review!
Wow thank you! I’m currently looking for a nice reliable car
I don’t see this as a car for boring people, I believe that this is a perfect car for someone who wants luxury that can be affordable AND keep a low profile as this is comfortable and easy to deal with type of car. You don’t need an S-Class to be happy this is more than enough
I have a 2007 ES350. Probably one of the best cars I’ve ever owned. Old, high miles, rusty, but rides smooth, enough power to move itself, and quiet. I would buy a new one. Can’t get cars like this anymore.
I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and, coincidently, I'm a long-time Lexus owner with my current vehicle being a 2020 ES300h Ultra Luxury model. You are absolutely correct about this model being designed for boring, retired guys just like me. I didn't buy it for any other reason than for all of the attributes you highlighted in this excellent review. What a wonderful car this is that obtains incredible mpg's!
I just ordered a 2022 ES300h Ultimate Luxury.
Some of your videos are real masterpieces! Simple, realistic and straight without philosophical remedies and clean from substantial explain , this is one of them. Thanks for this great production.
I love my 2010, it’s comfortable, tons of features and never had a single issue
Me: What do you think of the grill?
Lexus: Make it bigger
Lexus: Hold my beer 🍺
@@darioschaeffer5513 BMW: Hold my Weihenstephan
@@masterdriveroftoyotazupr4164 Hold your wuss Hefeweizen 🤣😂😭😭👊⚡👊⚡🤮🤮
It looks great! BMW now seems to be following suit.
@@cardo1111 yeah cause BMW has a partnership with Lexus to build them quality engines
My mom has owned 3 generations of the ES, currently driving the current gen since 2019. The current gen's suspension is 100% better, it is noticeably stiffer but without loss of comfort, you can actually take a corner at speed without coming to a full stop in fear of rolling over. But the best thing I love Lexus for doing to this generation is 6:58 in the front where the splash shield ends there is a cutout exposing the subframe. 7:23 in the rear right between the control arm and exhaust they've welded on a dedicated stand off right on the subframe. Both were not there for the previous gen, this makes jacking up the car so much easier. For someone who works on their cars, change tires twice a year, this is pretty significant for me. I work on a lot of new cars, they get more covered up each generation, I'm glad Lexus is taking the little steps to help out the little guy.
There are days when all I want to do is get in my 2016 ES and drive it on the highway. Say what you want, but this car keeps me at peace.
At 21 my first car was a 19’ Lexus IS300 but unfortunately was totaled in an accident. I was not at fault. One month later I got myself a 19’ Lexus ES350 FSport. I’m 23 now and never had/have any problems with either (knock on wood). I loved my Lexus then and I love my Lexus now. I know my car will last me a long time.
I got the first run of 2019 ES350 with factory broken sound system. I got it fixed and replaced amplifier for free and it sound awesome right now. Dealer was great. Very nice and quiet car.
There was nothing broken with the audio system honestly. That's how the engineers designed it to sound.
@@barbecuetechtips6024 , That's what some dealers said at the time, not my dealer. He did acknowledge the problem first time I showed him.
The complaints about the fwd were exactly what the GS was for. Also please post the music used in the videos.
pretty sure he makes the music for the vids
@@Ari--d He used to. A lot of the music that starts the videos now is just more niche licensed stuff. I found the song from the beginning of this video through SoundHound. It's called Lush Living by Martin Landstrom
@@protoroll lmao I just Shazam'd "Lush Living" myself.
And now GS is gone and your only option for a sports sedan is the IS. Sad.
@@pnourani Too bad nobody bought the GS. Granted, Lexus didn’t bother with a complete redesign to make it competitive after so many years…
Eating Popeye's in a Lexus -- an aspirational moment!
Jonathan G with Weather Tech mats , not an issue.
No KFC?
I'm guilty of this lmao
100% you're black. Hahahhahah
Why do reviewers take a luxury car and try to throw it around like a sports car and complain about how it handles ? It does what it's suppose to do which is cruise in comfort and has the power to get on the highway or to pass.
Just got a new ES350. I love it. No crappy turbos. It has plenty of power for me. Smooth, quiet, reliable. 0-60 in 6 seconds (I don’t need to go faster than that). In eco mode on the highway I average 34-36 mpg. It’s a beautiful car. So ergonomic inside and it feels like the car was fitted just for me.
Good review, the ES350 has been Avalon based since 2013. Arguably the best overall value in the upscale class, a lot of car for your money without an overworked 4 cylinder (unless AWD model do to transmission design) Kudos to Lexus for staying the course 👍🏽
Had a 2014 ES300h, greatest car I ever owned. Had so much space in the front and back that me and my friends would take it on our trips over their SUVs. It also had insane gas mileage for its time considering its weight and size.
Sure it was not as "fun" as my 2007 Honda Fit, 2007 Civic Si, 2010 BMW 128i all in manual, but through owning it, I realized I appreciate cars for what they can offer me practically. It influenced me to get my 2019 RAV4 Hybrid, but even this car still doesn't measure up to the ES300h. I completely agree with this review, this car is greatness.
I had to hit a "like" for a fellow 128i manual driver. Cheers.
It was so great you sold it and bought a RAV4?
@@s4nder86 well, i sold it for multiple reasons, needing a different car for the work i do being one of them. but honestly it was mostly cause the hybrid battery died and i didnt want to pay the prices they were asking to replace it. but then i found out months later that there was a way to replace it for free. oh well. i like my car still, but will probably get an es again when i got a family.
i actually got that es300h from a family member that was trying to get rid of it, so it was too good of a deal to pass up, and by the time i got it, my 128i was too much of a money sink and i was not canyon running with it enough to justify keeping it.
@@dougrobinson8602 i wish i still had mine!! :( that thing was probably the most "most fun" car i owned. with the civic si being the "best sounding".
@@kevinkim9620 Yeah, in Europe nearly all Lexus cars are hybrids so keeping them long term will come with a few surprise bills when the battery starts dying. I wonder if all the extra complexity, mass and cost is even worth the fuel savings.
I'd much rather be bored in this than broke down and excited in something else.
Yes. But, surely there's some examples that are both..?
@@ThomasNing New cars are extremely reliable save for maybe a handful of examples. You rarely ever see cars on side of road anymore like you did a few decades ago. Reliability isn't even in the top 5 buyer's concerns anymore according to research I've seen
almost all cars are reliable for the first 5-6 years anyway.
@@kristians2704 Yes, but the entire subject is how it'll fare in 20 years.
@@ThomasNing ok, but how many people that buy/lease NEW cars (not used ones) keep them for more than 3-6 years?
Have the 2017 model and still looks like new and haven't yet have problem. It's a smooth and very comfortable car and you only buy this car for comfort and quality. It gets in and out of traffic nicely with sufficient power and add a little more kick on sport mode.
Dad bought me a Cpo one back in 2011 and I drive it to this day with no issues. Only thing that went wrong was fuel cap and that was a cheap replacement. Going to keep it as a DD and drive until it goes under. Saved me so much money in my 20s as well since I never had a car payment yet had a really comfortable daily driver. Drove it throughout college and never felt less since my interior was much nicer than 3 series and c classes.
Every Lexus I've ever owned has taken me 300K miles. If you take care of them they will take care of you. Even the Toyota sienna had for 8 years took me to 370k miles and I still sold it for $5,000. Of course Midas had every single oil change on a computer since I bought it. Something like eight pages. You want to sell a vehicle make sure you have documentation.
Right now I'm dropping a Ford F-250 so I can pull my 23 ft trailer. The ride couldn't be more night and day than Lexus RX 350 that I had. That will be my next vehicle after this Ford. How I miss that ride quality.
I’d love to have one of those in my garage. The latest generation really stepped it up a notch in design and its just very welcoming.
You 100% nailed the nature of this car. I was a long-time Honda and Audi customer. I moved over to Lexus with the 2016 es350 ( a good car) and then my current 2019 es ( a great car).
This is a "sleeper" car. It is competent, smooth and very very capable. The engineering is beyond compare, for the money. The drivetrain is superb. But almost nobody knows or cares. That's ok with me. My "flash" days are long gone, and good riddance to them. This is a car for the ages, a perfect example of a very balanced approach to design and building the perfect car. In time, the automotive community will come to agree that this was the last, best car ever to be produced: 19-23 es 350 6. I think of the W123 chassis Mercedes and would put this chassis there also. This is a 500k mile car, very easily.
the death of a legend: 19-23 Lexus ES350
Great review, totally agree! I always dismissed this car as an old man's retirement car...but I finally drove one recently, and I totally get the appeal. The reason it still has a boring FWD setup is that customers buying this car prioritize comfort & reliability...it effortlessly centers itself on the highway - never experienced that before in a car - no one is tossing the ES into corners, at least not more than once. It does exactly what it was designed to do, and if you take it for what it is, it is immensely enjoyable.
Just bought a 2024 ES350 Ultra Luxury in Nightfall Mica. Last V6, 2025 ES going with Buzz box 4cyl Turbo. Love car ride is as you stated. They refined infotainment system and cleaned up console. You have to feather the pedal or draw attention in traffic with tire noise as you stated . Great review as always!!!
Replacing the slippery OEM tires with better ones (Primacy, Quatrac Pro, others) helps that somewhat. Enjoy!
My first ES was an 02 ES300. It lasted 250,000 miles. The only costly repair I had to do on it was a power steering hose. Which was around $400.
I have a 2011 ES 350 with 150,000 miles. Never any issues.
These are the most reliable cars I've ever owned.
Yes, my only complaint is the torque steer, it does blow.
2011 owner myself best car ever!
Yay. A car worth the money.
Have a 2015, and no mater how "dated" anyone thinks it is...It works so well that you can't complain that 6 years later its still worth 22k+
Wow, thats almost like 7 years....
That’s because everybody knows you can drive it another 6 years with zero issues
Covid prices got everyone jolly on car values better trade it in now to lock that in otherwise
Thanks for the review, Mark. When my wife's 2014 ES200H needed tires, I put on a set on Continentals. Now there is some steering feel and I actually had fun taking it through the mountain twists of the Pennsylvania section of I-70. I've grown to like that car.
Lexus uses a couple of brands as OEM on new ES's (Michelin, Bridgestone). Like most OEM tires nowadays, they're cheapo gas mileage specials and the traction is trash. I got immediate traction improvement, although certainly not a cure, by swapping them off immediately.
Have 2019 F Sport and it is a great car to drive. The F sport seats are extremely comfortable. Love this car!!!
we just got an RX and i love it for the exact same reasons. Yeah the steering is numb, but good weighting. Yeah it’s not the fastest, but it’s quick enough and has a BUTTERY smooth engine. Yeah the tech is a little old, but who cares when u have an incredible mark levinson. Just a great car all around, and one i truly enjoy driving more than my WRX.
Vacationing at my girlfriends parents house, we’ve been able to use her mother’s 2019 ES350 for a week now. It’s super comfortable, smooth, has plenty of power merging and passing. Also has some of the best ventilated seats I’ve ever used. Her mother also bought it certified pre-owned with 9k miles on it for 31k. A lot of car that will last a long time for 31k.
What a buy. And right before the pandemic, what a masterpiece of timing. That car is probably worth about that much now.
The problem above all is that Lexus owners actively have the option of taking their cars to their naturally arrived-at graves
I don't understand this statement. Could someone please explain?
@@hamsterbrigade basically old people buy these cars and then die.
Damn
@@hamsterbrigade Good call, it's poorly worded/incoherent.
@@hamsterbrigade It's what happens now that everyone on the internet thinks they're funny.
I have an '05 ES that I mostly use on the weekends. Has just under 80,000 on the clock. My daily driver is an '09 Avalon. The Avalon is a nice car but the ES is noticeably quieter and has a more solid feel. The Avalon is quicker but the ES is more of a pleasure to drive. Got both of them preowned for a decent price since they are not trendy like an SUV. Couldn't be happier.
I have an '08 ES350 that I love. Been more reliable and has more features than even some newer german competitors. Judging from your video I'm sad to say though that it looks like the same drawbacks of the 2008 ES350 continue even up to the 2022 model (FWD, torque steer, etc). I subscribed to your channel because you astutely described exactly the same drawbacks I've had with my ES, and perfectly described everything great about this car as well as what could be better. I would say however, it does have a great amount of features and technology
You hit the nail on the head, not the latest and greatest but wow covers all the bases so well. I own a 2018 GS350 AWD F sport, another fantastic effort from Lexus, so sorry that it's production run is over. I hope to grow old driving this car for years.
Dude you absolutely crushed this review and it’s why I like your videos so much. I’m 56 years old and was driving a 2019 GTI so that will give you an idea of who I am. We needed a new car and after looking at BMW, Audi and Mercedes this was the car that my wife fell in love with for all of the reasons you listed. She couldn’t give a rats ass about the negatives, other than the rear seats not folding, and she’s the kind of person that will drive a car till the wheels fall off. I’m afraid I will be dead before the wheels fall off of this car.