Next-Generation 2013 Lexus ES to Debut at New York Auto Show

Posted by Kevin on March 28th, 2012

Lexus has announced that the all-new sixth-generation ES will debut next week at the New York Auto Show — a teaser image was also released (click for a large version):

This cropped look at the new ES headlight confirm the leaked photos we last month out of China:

2013 Lexus ES Leak

As for the details of the ES debut, here’s a quote from the press release:

The sixth-generation ES model introduces a progressive new design featuring the Lexus signature spindle grille and a new dynamic driving experience.

The Lexus press conference will take place on Wednesday, April 4th at 11:20 a.m. EDT at the New York International Auto Show. It will be on display in the Lexus exhibit from April 6-15, 2012.

I’ll be in attendance at the NY Auto Show to bring you live updates & photos — very excited to see this new ES in person.

[Source: Lexus]

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Jake
March 28, 2012

It might be just me, but I don't actually like the "gap" between the spindle grille and the hood. Anyway, I'm very excited to see its debut, I'll enjoy your live coverage Kevin!

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WorldofLuxury
March 28, 2012

That bothers me a bit too. It looks really awkward on just about any brand that has it, but it does give the grille a cleaner look.

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asdub
March 28, 2012

I agree Jake - the line breaks the shape of the hood - it's pointless - why is it there - it would look much better if there was no gap/line - that would ensure a longer hood shape - which would look more elongated and elegant

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krew
March 29, 2012

I never like to judge a car from cell phone photos, but I'm not really sure about this hood line either. I'll be sure to take plenty of photos so we can get a real look at it (and the rest of the car as well).

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David G.
March 28, 2012

I'm not feeling the gap either but I'll wait to judge until tsome real Pictures come out and I see it in person.

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BlackDynamiteOnline
March 28, 2012

I like everything but that hoodline. That's a swing and a miss...... BD

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Crux
March 28, 2012

I 3rd that. The gap between the grille and hood is pretty chunky. Waiting to see more high quality pictures with different angles. I want to see if the lighting will make a difference then we shall cast judgement.

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Justin
March 28, 2012

Yep, I'm with you guys. The fact that the hood doesn't stretch down to the grille smacks of penny-pinching. The nose looks like an add-on. Needs sorting now.

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Thomas
March 28, 2012

I can guarantee that nothing will be sorted this close to production start.

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Jake
March 28, 2012

TBH, the Chinese leaked photos pretty much show the production model so I don't expect any late adjustments for neither the spindle grille nor the gap between the hood and the grille.

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krew
March 29, 2012

Agree with Jake & Thomas -- what's done is done.

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LexusES<3
March 28, 2012

I love it! Kind of agree with the whole gap thing too; I also dont really love the fog light design. Its looks good on the RX because its in SUV/Crossover. I feel for a sedan it needs a little more like the GS has.

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Joshd
March 28, 2012

eh, I'm not a fan, The interior is what gets me from the leaked images...

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Jay
March 28, 2012

Hope the press photos will show the ES in black, it might conceal the gap altogether.

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RAL
March 28, 2012

Just to see . . . I did a little adjusting . . .

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Mike DeLorca
March 28, 2012

Much smoother and definitely better flow----one thing it will do is keep each and every model a bit unique in it's recognition. The overall smooth design may be saved for the new generation Flagship LS which of course we want to be the best of the line-up,

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Jake
March 28, 2012

Much better. That gap completely destroys the flow the smoothnes of this car. It makes the spindle grille look like it was added aftermarket.

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krew
March 29, 2012

Nice work! I'm really holding out on a final judgement until I see the new ES in person -- I've been burned too many times by judging a car by cell phone photos on the Internet.

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Robert Ladaga
March 28, 2012

This is absolutely atrocious. Not sleek or elegant by any means.

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asdub
March 28, 2012

much better - that is more like it - nice job!!

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Richard
March 28, 2012

I'm scared that the Toyota Avalon, also being introduced in NYC, may be the better looker of the two; may take away sales... I know it is all Toyota money, but the ES is their big seller.

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steven
March 29, 2012

The way the taillights are designed and the way the hood pops over the grille, this new ES looks similar to the 4th generation ES. I like it. The headlamps look crazy with all those gears.

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Rashad35
March 31, 2012

The line break is a killer for this car and a deal breaker for me (no pun intended). I may sit out this generation or look somewhere else.

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Lexus LFA
March 31, 2012

Personally I only like the spindle grill on the GS F sport

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Rockdog
April 2, 2012

That gap on the hood looks real bad !!! Didn't the designer see it, or are they trying to save money?

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Rob
April 2, 2012

I'm going to have to look at the C class now! that hood is messed up, waited forever for the new ES to come out and they mucked up the lines of the car.

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krew
April 3, 2012

I wouldn't judge the car solely on these cellphone camera shots -- just wait until the car debuts at the NY Auto Show this week.

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Jake
April 3, 2012

Tomorrow's the day! When will your live coverage begin Kevin?

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krew
April 3, 2012

Bright and early -- I'm planning to be at the Javits Center around 8am (so probably 9am, ;-).

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Pavanjit Dhunna
April 3, 2012

Look at this guys the new es

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Pavanjit Dhunna
April 3, 2012

Look at this pic guys the new es looks great!

Next-Generation 2013 Lexus ES to Debut at New York Auto Show

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