Power comes from a 268-horsepower 3. See More Car Videos Join Our Facebook Page. Power comes from a 268-horsepower 248-lb-ft 3. Bluetooth hands-free capability is included across the model line, and upgrades include a nav system, retractable moonroof, ventilated front seats, dynamic radar cruise control, adaptive front lighting, and a backup camera. To that end, its cockpit is plush and its ride is marshmallow-soft.
Our beef is with the navigation system. That said, you couldn't do much better for a highway cruiser. The look includes a wind-tunnel-proven drag coefficient of just 0. The pleather armrest irritated my elbow so bad that on the way back from Miami I had to buy a hand towel to cover armrest to keep elbow from hurting. We bought the last three new. The Es's are as near perfect as one can buy. Cars are better today than ever.
You could not feel any of this while coasting though. Additional options and accessories are available. The finish is good and the pAint shines so far without wax. Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle. It has the look of a high-end car. The car is stylish, while maintenance is reasonably priced.
We think it's a good choice among luxury sedans when comfort and ride quality are priorities. I have only had it 6 weeks or so and have taken it on 2 short road trips. Trunk space is good and the full sized spare is reassuring. The thick, fat steering wheel is a pleasure to use. Given that emphasis, it should come as no surprise that performance takes second stage to comfortâexcept in straight-line acceleration, where it doesn't interfere.
The brakes are average in size for this class, but we saw no sign of brake fade after a hard workout. The ride is smooth and even, the engine is velvety and powerful, the 6-speed automatic transmission is flawless, the comfort is supreme, the trip is quiet, everything works the way it's supposed to, the total experience is superb. Production is limited to 2000 units. And then there is Lexus' luxury pedigree and reliability, both among the best in the business. Its beautiful, comfortable and best of all affordable.
Further, rear-seat side airbags are standard equipment. A Pre-Collision system is also optional and includes active braking, which automatically applies the brakes if Dynamic Radar Cruise Control senses a crash is imminent. Some aspects of the interior feel dated, such as the digital clock and steering-wheel-mounted buttons. The 10-way adjustable seats are covered in soft supple leather and you can pick between maple or walnut for the wood trim pieces. Actual purchase terms may vary. About the only exterior customizing you can do other than paint and wheels is a choice of forward lighting, from standard projector beam to optional High Intensity Discharge headlamps with an adaptive lighting function, which swings the headlamps through an arc of up to 15 degrees when turning. We bought a 2011 , and 2012 Ultra Luxury with the Levinson radio.
It's in some ways the epitome of a classic luxury carâserene and soft, but not at all bouncy, with a powertrain that moves you along quickly but almost silently. Hold on, an Avalon and⌠For the second consecutive year, Lexus is the highest-ranked brand in J. Don't hesitate , buy em' before it's too late. A Winner Overall â Sure. I will drive a Lexus until they take the keys form my cold dead hands. New for 2012 A limited-edition Touring Edition debuts for 2012. My only negative finding is this car needs a back-up camera as it is very difficult see out the rear window while backing on a hill.
So if youre looking for power and comfort in a good looking car. The Navi and Mark Levinson Stereo is with the S. Power output is 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft. Do not hesitate , on the Es. Everything on it works as new at 77k miles. It is but I still like it.
It features 17-inch wheels, a full-size spare tire, wood and leather accents for the steering wheel and shifter, heated and ventilated front seats, a navigation system and leather seats. The front struts and multi-link rear suspension are both very well isolated from the rest of the car, making for a quiet, smooth ride, with good control of pitch and body roll during enthusiastic driving. In the rear, the bench seat offers ample headroom and legroom for two adults or three children. There's a brake override system called Smart Stop, which automatically reduces engine power when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are applied simultaneously under certain driving conditions. If the system senses an imminent collision, it retracts all the outboard seatbelts and initializes the brake system for full panic-braking power.