Teased: The Next-Generation Lexus ES Sedan
Will be revealed on April 25th.
Kevin · April 11th, 2018
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Leaked: Photo of the Next Generation Lexus ES Sedan
Baby-LS on deck.
Kevin · April 9th, 2018
Rendered: The Next-Generation Lexus ES Sedan
From Best Car.
Kevin · March 28th, 2018
Spy Shots: Next-Generation Lexus ES Shows Family Resemblance to LS Flagship
The similarities are uncanny.
Kevin · February 26th, 2018
Rendered: The Next-Generation Lexus ES Sedan
Mag-X shows off their interpretation of the next-gen sedan.
Kevin · December 13th, 2017
New Lexus ES Prototype Spotted in California
With wild new camouflage.
Kevin · November 28th, 2017
Next-Generation Lexus ES Sedan Arriving Fall 2018?
A Japanese newspaper reports the sedan will go on sale by the end of next year.
Kevin · October 16th, 2017
Rendered: The Next-Generation Lexus ES Sedan
New ES might just look this good.
Kevin · September 29th, 2017
Next-Generation Lexus ES & ES F SPORT Prototypes Spotted!
The next-generation is finally here.
Kevin · August 2nd, 2017
Four Lexus Models Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Awards
The Lexus RC, ES 350, NX, and RX all get top safety marks.
Kevin · July 7th, 2017
Certain 2017 Lexus ES 350 Vehicles Recalled for Suspension Issue
Approximately 1,760 vehicles are involved.
Kevin · July 2nd, 2017
Next-Generation Lexus ES to Replace the GS as Global Mid-Size Sedan?
Rumors on the GS sedan's demise have reached a fevered pitch.
Kevin · May 1st, 2017
Rendered: The Lexus ES Sportcross Wagon
It will never happen, but an ES station wagon is a fun thought experiment.
Kevin · May 23rd, 2016
Lexus Sales Climbing in China
Lexus China sales were up 45% in January.
Kevin · April 27th, 2016
A Visit to the Lexus ES Manufacturing Plant in Kentucky
The ES manufacturing plant in Kentucky is the first time a Lexus has been manufactured in the USA.
Kevin · April 11th, 2016
Lexus Announces Recall of Certain RX 350 & ES 350 Models for Braking Issue
Lexus will recall certain 2016 RX 350 and 2016 ES 350 models due to an issue with the Brake Actuator assembly.
Kevin · April 6th, 2016
Lexus ES 200t Prototype Spotted in Colorado?
A debadged Lexus ES prototype has been spotted in Colorado by TFL Car, who believe it to be a high-altitude test of the sedan with a 2.0L turbo engine.
Kevin · November 17th, 2015
The New York Times Visits the Lexus ES 350 Manufacturing Plant in Kentucky
The New York Times has a feature on the new Lexus manufacturing plant in Kentucky.
Kevin · November 13th, 2015
Lexus USA Announces Recall on Certain 2013-2015 ES 350 and ES 300h Models for Pre-Collision System Issue
Lexus USA has announced a safety recall of certain 2013-2015 model year ES 350 and ES 300h sedans due to an issue with the Pre-Collision System.
Kevin · November 4th, 2015
Videos: The Lexus LF-FC Flagship Concept
There are two official videos for the new Lexus LF-FC flagship concept, starting with the highly stylized music video used to introduce the vehicle at the Tokyo Motor Show.
Kevin · October 28th, 2015
Video: The First Lexus ES 350 Built in the USA
Lexus USA has released a new video showing off the assembly of the first ES 350 at the new Georgetown Kentucky manufacturing plant.
Kevin · October 19th, 2015
First American-Built Lexus ES 350 Set to Come Off Assembly Line
The first USA-built Lexus ES 350 will come off the assembly line this afternoon at the new Lexus Georgetown plant in Kentucky.
Kevin · October 19th, 2015
2016 Lexus ES Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+
The 2016 Lexus ES has earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick+, the highest ranking awarded by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for crash test results.
Nik · September 22nd, 2015
Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus ES Arrives at North American Dealerships
The 2016 Lexus ES has started arriving in dealerships across North America, and photos are popping up everywhere.
Kevin · August 25th, 2015
Updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Now Featured on Lexus USA Website
The Lexus USA website has been updated to include information and new photos of the refreshed 2016 ES 350 and ES 300h.
Kevin · July 30th, 2015
2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Information
New information on the updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h has been released today, with both models getting a significant exterior refresh, upgraded safety systems, and new interior tech.
Kevin · July 10th, 2015
Photo Gallery: The 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver
One week after the 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver was spotted in Southern California, we have more images of the updated model from Motor.es in Spain.
Kevin · May 19th, 2015
Spotted: The 2016 Lexus ES 350 in Atomic Silver
A 2016 Lexus ES in Atomic Silver has been spotted in Southern California, making it the first time the updated sedan has been seen on public roads.
Kevin · May 13th, 2015
Updated 2016 Lexus ES 350 to Built in Kentucky by End of the Year
The 2016 ES 350 will be the first Lexus vehicle ever built in the United States.
Kevin · April 23rd, 2015
Live Photos of the Updated 2016 Lexus ES
Time for some photos of the updated 2016 Lexus ES live from the Shanghai auto show floor.
Kevin · April 21st, 2015
Video: Introducing the Updated 2016 Lexus ES
Here’s the launch video from the Auto Shanghai debut of the updated 2016 Lexus ES.
Kevin · April 20th, 2015
Updated 2016 Lexus ES Debuts at Auto Shanghai
The 2016 Lexus ES debuted at Auto Shanghai just moments ago, here’s the full press release along with the first photos of updated model.
Kevin · April 19th, 2015
New Lexus ES to Debut at Auto Shanghai on April 20th
Lexus has announced the new ES will debut on April 20th at Auto Shanghai, and have released a first teaser image to prove it.
Kevin · April 9th, 2015
Rallycrossing in a 1993 Lexus ES 300
Here’s something you don’t see every day — Raphael Orlove from Jalopnik took his 1993 Lexus ES 300 out rallycrossing: I had said many times that I didn’t need class wins or fast times. Mechanical survival would be my victory. All I had to do was get the car home. The problem was that the …
Kevin · December 12th, 2014
Lexus ES 350 Production in Kentucky to Start by Late 2015
The Lexus manufacturing plant in Georgetown, Kentucky is getting ready for the production of the ES 350, with much of the construction required for the new 307,310 square-foot facility either completed or in progress. Equipment at the existing plant will also be improved to facilitate production, and staff is also undergoing extensive training for assembly …
test · October 9th, 2014
Lexus ES Wins Segment in 2014 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
The Lexus ES was named the top Compact Premium Car in this year’s J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. The LS was the second place Large Premium Car, and the GS tied for third in the Midsize Premium Car category. The study, which looks at problems experienced in the first 90 days of vehicle ownership, was …
Kevin · June 18th, 2014
Imagining the Lexus ES Shooting Brake
Here’s a funny mashup — photochopper Theophilus Chin took the Lexus ES and merged it with the Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake, creating the ES Sportcross wagon. (Considering the ES is not offered in Europe and the CLS Shooting Brake is unavailable in North America, it’s a strange combination — I have a hard time imagining …
Kevin · January 27th, 2014
First Lexus Assembly Line in USA Now Under Construction
Let’s take a break from the RC F news for another important story — Lexus announced today that construction has started on the ES 350 assembly line in Georgetown, Kentucky. Announced in April of last year, the ES 350 will be the first Lexus to be produced in the USA. Production is set to begin …
Kevin · January 9th, 2014
Lexus ES 300h Named Best Luxury Value by Consumer Reports
The Lexus ES 300h has been named the top luxury car value in the Consumer Reports annual Best & Worst New Cars. Consumer Reports judges vehicles on a combination of reliability, resale value, fuel economy and driving performance — the ES 350, RX 450h, & RX 350 also ranked high in the list. Read more …
Kevin · December 19th, 2013
Right-Hand Drive Lexus ES Starts Arriving in Asia-Pacific Dealerships
After a five year hiatus, the sixth-generation ES has returned to the Asia-Pacific’s right-hand-drive markets, with the new model arriving in dealerships this week — as part of the new launch, the ES even received a police escort through Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia: Lexus Hong Kong, Lexus Malaysia, Lexus Singapore, & Lexus Australia have all …
Kevin · October 30th, 2013
Milestone: Lexus Has Built 1.5 Million ES Models Since 1989
Lexus has recently reached a significant manufacturing milestone — according to Just Auto, 1.5 million ES models have been built since the model’s debut in 1989. Six generations of the ES have been built over the past 24 years, and it has been the best selling Lexus car over that period. (Also of note for …
Kevin · October 14th, 2013
Lexus LS, ES 350, & IS Convertible Get Minor Updates in 2014
Much like the rest of the lineup, the Lexus LS, ES 350 & IS C convertible all received minor updates for the 2014 model year — here is a list of changes for the models sold in the USA. 2014 Lexus LS Siri Eyes-Free mode. Revised auto headlamp on/off Ability to open trunk lid without …
Kevin · October 7th, 2013
Lexus RX 350, RX 450h, & ES 300h Get Minor Updates in 2014
The Lexus RX 350, RX 450h & ES 300h all received minor updates for the 2014 model year — let’s break down the changes for the models sold in the USA. The 2014 RX 350 The available Pre-Collision System now features Pre-Brake technology and forward collision warning system. Luxury Package adds rear-seat 115v AC power …
Kevin · October 1st, 2013
Lexus ES & RX 450h Win 2013 Auto Pacific Ideal Vehicle Awards
The Lexus ES & RX were honored today in the annual AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards, taking top spot in their respective categories.
Kevin · August 15th, 2013
Lexus Kyushu Japan Plant to Produce New Model in 2014
When Lexus ES production shifts in part to North America in 2014, the Kyushu plant in Japan will begin production of a brand new Lexus model.
Kevin · May 7th, 2013
More Details on the Lexus ES Manufacturing Move to North America
Hans Greimel of Automotive News has some details behind the decision to move Lexus ES production to Kentucky.
Kevin · April 23rd, 2013
Official: Lexus ES 350 to be Built in North America
At a press conference today in New York City, Toyota president Akio Toyoda & North American CEO Jim Lentz officially announced that the Lexus ES 350 will be built at the Georgetown manufacturing plant in Kentucky.
Kevin · April 19th, 2013
Lexus ES 350 to be Manufactured in Kentucky
According to various media reports, Lexus will begin manufacturing the ES 350 at the Georgetown plant in Kentucky.
Kevin · April 18th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
A selection of Autoweek editors spent time with a 2013 Lexus ES 300h, and the response to the hybrid sedan was outstanding.
Kevin · April 8th, 2013
Dan Neil Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal has reviewed the 2013 Lexus ES 300h.
Kevin · March 17th, 2013
Lexus ES Returning to Australia
After a seven-year hiatus, the Lexus ES is coming back to Australia.
Kevin · February 25th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
In their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, Autoweek praises the “near-perfect combination of interior space, cargo room, fuel-economy and luxury.”
Kevin · February 19th, 2013
Lexus Named Top Brand in 2013 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study
For the second year in a row, Lexus has been named the top brand overall in the 2013 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.
Kevin · February 14th, 2013
2013 Lexus ES Wins Russia’s Golden Klaxon Award
The Lexus ES has won the 2013 Golden Klaxon award for the best Business Class car in Russia.
Kevin · February 12th, 2013
Edmunds Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Edmunds has reviewed the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, and believe “you’ll be hard-pressed to top the Lexus ES hybrid” with its blend of fuel economy and comfort.
Kevin · December 19th, 2012
Lexus to Replace Interior Trunk Releases in 2007-2013 ES, 2006-2012 IS & 2013 GS
According to Consumer Reports, Lexus is expected to announce a customer service campaign to fix the emergency trunk release in the 2007-2013 Lexus ES, 2006-2012 Lexus IS, and 2013 Lexus GS.
Kevin · December 12th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Receive Five Star Safety Rating from NHTSA
The 2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h have been awarded a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Kevin · December 6th, 2012
Consumer Reports Recommends the 2013 Lexus ES
Consumer Reports has given the 2013 Lexus ES its stamp of approval, naming both the ES 300h and the ES 350 to its Recommended list.
Kevin · November 20th, 2012
Consumer Reports Finds Issue with Emergency Trunk Release on 2013 Lexus ES & GS
In its testing of 2013 Lexus ES & GS, Consumer Reports has discovered that the emergency interior trunk escape lever can break when used improperly.
Kevin · October 12th, 2012
Brilliant New Print Ad for the 2013 Lexus ES
This new print ad for the 2013 Lexus ES can only be described as super-awesome.
Kevin · October 9th, 2012
2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h Named IIHS Top Safety Pick
The 2013 Lexus ES 350 & ES 300h have earned the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK award, with good performance in moderate overlap frontal, side, rollover and rear impact evaluations.
Kevin · October 3rd, 2012
Virtual Test Drive of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
*Winding Road* has posted an unusual but effective video featuring the 2013 ES 300h from the driver’s point-of-view.
Kevin · September 26th, 2012
Lexus Launches Ignition Project
In coordination with their 2013 ES marketing push, Lexus USA has launched the Ignition Project, a program that will fund four start-up technology projects based on Facebook user votes.
Kevin · September 26th, 2012
Lexus Russia Releases 2013 ES Commercial
I don't know Russian, so I'm not sure the reason behind all the smoke.
Kevin · September 24th, 2012
Two Vintage Lexus ES 300 Commercials
When we saw the first commercials for the 2013 Lexus ES last week, it reminded me to post these third-generation ES ads.
Kevin · September 14th, 2012
Edmunds Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Edmunds have published their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, praising the “luxurious and high-tech interior” and complimenting the “a refined and serene driving experience”.
Kevin · September 13th, 2012
Three More 2013 Lexus ES Commercials
The 2013 Lexus ES marketing campaign kicked off this week with a brand new commercial, and now three additional commercials have been released.
Kevin · September 7th, 2012
Lexus Sales in August: A Deeper Look at the Numbers
August was a very good month for Lexus sales, but it’s not clear just how good without taking a deeper look at the numbers.
Kevin · September 5th, 2012