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2019 Lexus ES 350 review

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Lexus ES 350 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Comfortable and upscale  
  • Smooth, quiet ride
  • More powerful engine than previous year models

Cons

  • Rear seats don’t fold down
  • Finicky infotainment system

Mileage (EPA estimate)

22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined

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Both powerful and luxurious: No need to settle

The 2019 Lexus ES 350 is a reimagined, redesigned version of the traditional luxury sedan. Slightly wider and lower than earlier versions, the 2019 model has more room in the cabin and a sportier look. For the first time in 2019, the ES 350 comes in a variety of new trims, including the F-Sport, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury.

The 2019 ES 350 is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine that produces 302 horsepower, an increase from previous versions. It also comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission rather than the traditional six-speed. It’s a great option for a powerful but luxurious sedan.

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What is new for the 2019 Lexus ES 350?

  • The ES 350 is available in a variety of new trims, including the F-Sport, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury.
  • ES 350 trims have been upgraded with Leather Seats, Memory Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, A/C Seat(s), Remote Start, Rear Sunshade, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, Rear Spoiler, and Pioneer Sound System as standard equipment this year.
  • Head Up Display and Apple CarPlay features are now available as options on select trims.

2019 Lexus ES 350 trims

Curious how Lexus ES 350 trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

Base:

  • 302-hp, 267-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
  • Cruise Control
  • Remote Start
  • Sunroofs
  • Rear Defroster
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Power Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
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F-Sport:

Luxury:

Ultra Luxury:

5 reasons to buy the 2019 Lexus ES 350

1. Choice of trims 

For 2019, the Lexus ES 350 is available in a variety of trims. The base model includes a list of desirable standard features, but the Luxury trim adds more, like heated and ventilated seats, driver's seat memory, rain sensing wipers, and power tilt steering wheel with memory. The Ultra Luxury model includes even more amenities, such as a power rear sunshade, touch-free power trunk, and power closer and opener wit automatic kick sensor and easy closer door. The new F Sport trim offers a sportier look and feel with a luxury sedan. 

2. More luxury 

Regardless of which trim you get, the 2019 ES 350 offers a new level of luxurious comfort. Many of the features that were previously optional are now standard. New in 2019, all trims include leather seats, memory seats, front seat heaters, A/C seats, remote start, rear sunshade, power hatch, rear spoiler, and a Pioneer sound system as standard equipment.

 

3. New tech options 

The 2019 Lexus ES 350 features a new infotainment system with an impressive 12-inch display screen. The new system uses a touchpad controller, which is an improvement over the joystick system included in earlier models. For the first time, the 2019 ES 350 offers Apple CarPlay® integration on models with the Premium Audio package.  

4. Plenty of storage 

Whether you need to carry luggage, golf clubs, a briefcase, or just your coffee mug and shopping bags, there’s ample storage in the 2019 Lexus ES 350. Inside the cabin, there are cup holders, a center console, and door pockets. The large trunk, spanning 13.9 cu-ft, has plenty of space for stowing larger items. If you’re planning to taxi kids or grandkids around, there’s no need to worry about space for car seats.  

5. Quiet comfort 

The Lexus brand is known for providing a quiet, comfortable ride and the 2019 Lexus ES 350 is up to the challenge. You’ll feel isolated from the road as you lounge in comfy, supportive seats that make you feel rested rather than stiff after a long ride. With 42.4 inches of legroom in the front seats and 39.2 inches in the rear, you'll have plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy the ride. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2019 Lexus ES 350 is a luxury car that customers love. They like the comfortable interior, the smooth ride, and the great quality. The car is also affordable and has many features. Customers say it's perfect for someone who wants a sporty sedan but still wants to feel luxurious when they drive off to work each day.
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RepairPal gave the Lexus ES 350 an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus ES 350 3rd out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Lexus ES 350 features and specs

F-Sport 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Pioneer Sound System
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear Sunshade

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

302

Torque (ft-lbs)

267

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

15.9

Wheelbase

113"

Overall length

195.9"

Width

73.4"

Height

56.9"

Leg room

F 42.4"/R 39.2"

Head room

F 37.5"/R 37.8"

Front tires

P235/40VR19

Rear tires

P235/40VR19

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

100/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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