The introduction of the new 2013 Lexus ES350 and ES300h marked the sixth generation of the popular luxury sedan Lexus since its introduction over 20 years. With the signing Lexus pin grid, a new progressive design and ease of bringing the ES is a new level of sophistication and quality in the luxury product. Now, with the Lexus Hybrid Drive, the ES is sure to impress new and loyal customers.
"Since its introduction in 1989, the ES luxury sedan was the benchmark for quality, reliability, comfort and value," said Mark Templin, Lexus vice president and general manager. "The new ES350 and the first hybrid-IT raises the bar again."
Engine / Transmission / Transmission / Performance
For the first time, the Lexus ES is available with the Lexus Hybrid Drive. With a 2.5 liter four-cylinder Atkinson-cycle, expect that the ES300h fuel economy ratings of 40 EPA mpg city, 39 mpg highway and 39 mpg combined merit. The whole system ES300h produces 200 hp.
The new engine with a low friction uses an advanced power management and high compression ratio (12.5:1) to increase the overall performance. Equipped with an electric water pump, power steering and a built-in hybrid electric motor / generator, the engine requires no accessory belts. The beltless design helps reduce fuel consumption and overall reliability.
The 2013 Lexus ES350 is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 Dual VVT-i, which delivers 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 248 Nm of maximum torque at the 4700th The sequential shift six-speed automatic electronically controlled intelligence (ECT-i ) provides better performance, energy efficiency and changes regularly. Low friction materials to improve efficiency and to help the ES350, the EPA estimated fuel economy at 21 mpg city, 31 mpg highway and 24 mpg overall.
Both the Lexus ES350 and ES300h have a disk mode dial. Normal mode offers a mix of performance and efficiency that is suitable for driving all day, while the Eco mode favors fuel economy. Sport mode enhances transmission response and management and ES300h, IP changes from a tachometer to monitor hybrid. The ES300h adds an EV mode that allows you to drive a short distance, low speed, with only the power of the hybrid battery.
Chassis / body / suspension / tires and brakes
Suspension changes is a stiffer body and a quicker steering ratio provide a more accurate in the new 2013 Lexus ES.
The front suspension uses coil springs enclosed in which improve the stability in a straight line. Revised rear suspension geometry and improved shock damping for improved ride comfort properties. The steering ratio is 16.1:1 14.8:1 was reduced, and in a more direct feel. Upper body strength with light weight, high strength steel gives added value, spot welding and more sparkling. The air flow is smoothed in the vehicle, improving the stability and the fuel consumption, and wherein the air resistance.
The ES is equipped with 215/55R17 tires with low rolling standard wheels of resistance in 17-inch alloy. The Lexus ES350 offers optional high-gloss 17-inch wheels and, for the first time, high gloss alloy wheels of 18 inches.
Safety / Security Features
A range of standard safety features available and help the driver. The Blind Spot Monitor option with Cross Traffic Alert Rear (ATCM) is used to detect vehicles in blind spots in the side view. ATCM warns the driver of the rear cross-traffic when running in a parking lot. Available Lane Departure Warning (LDA) is integrated with an automatic high-beam technology. The available Pre-Collision System (PCS) with wave radar sub-mm, designed to detect obstacles in advancing and prepare the vehicle for a possible collision.
The ES has class-leading 10 standard airbags, including driver and front passenger knee airbags and seat mounted side airbags front and rear seat-mounted front and rear side curtain airbags. Whiplash Protection System (WIL) front seats are designed to limit excessive head movements in certain collisions, the severity of the injury to reduce whiplash-type.
Lexus Safety Connect, including the largest roadside assistance button for emergency aid (SOS), services and stolen vehicle recovery reports will automatically lock, will be offered to all new Lexus vehicles, with a subscription 'one-year trial.
Luxury / Comfort / convenience
The new ES-function can be expanded NuLuxe surfaces designed to reduce environmental impact. Genuine leather is available in semi-aniline leather for a refined look and feel. The interior is in black, gray, and parchment are available. Finish colors and materials include piano black, espresso maple, bamboo, more ES300h.
With the optional HDD navigation system includes voice control, integrated backup camera, an eight-inch, and the next generation of Lexus Enform with App-Suite ®. Lexus Enform offers seamless connectivity with Bing ™ Search, iheartradio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable ®, Pandora ®, Yelp and Facebook ® smartphones compatible locations. Applications can be updated via over-the-air downloads, so that, new applications and content will be added as they become available. (One year subscription to Lexus Enform with app suite is included.)
The standard Lexus Premium Sound System with eight speakers with self Klangnivellierer (ASL), in-dash CD player, USB / iPod ® connectivity and comes with a satellite receiver with SiriusXM Radio trial subscription for 90 days. The provision of audio display package adds a seven-inch, HD Radio ™ with iTunes ® tagging, transfer phone Bluetooth ® Audio, display information on the vehicle and a rear backup camera.
A provision of 15 to 835 watts speaker Mark Levinson ® audio system features an eight-inch, HD Radio with iTunes encoding, DVD audio / video receiver and Sirius XM Satellite Radio. Green Border proprietary technology by Mark Levinson has doubled the output of the amplifier, which reduces energy consumption by 50 percent.
Exterior design
The new ES has a lower profile and clean lines from front to rear. All four corners are drawn inwardly around the wheel arches and creates unique proportions.
The passage of the ES has been extended by 1.8 inches, while overall length has increased by one inch of the vehicle, reducing the overhangs and a spacious interior.
The new ES carries the new face of the Lexus, with its characteristic grid pin. The reason for "L" is reflected in the daytime running lamps and LED taillights. Fog lights are integrated in the form of the lower end of the front bumper. The Lexus ES350 sports dual exhaust, while the ES300h has an exclusive design with hidden rear exhaust and an integrated rear spoiler. Specific details of the hybrid emblem, including blue-only and exclusive 17-inch alloy wheels.
Interior Design
The ES provides sight lines and visibility, controls logically placed, cabin and new materials, leading to a high level of expertise expressed. The modern interior is designed to provide a sense of openness and security.
Back seat to a larger room leg room and knee are the hallmark of the new design, a more spacious cabin. Posterior margin increased by 0.8 cm, is knee space increased by 2.8 inches, and the leg extends from 4.1 inches. Plan extra space under the front seats to improve comfort for rear passengers.
A new concept of power-adjustable seat 10 is standard on all IS models. A provision of 12 seats electrically adjustable, may be extended by 1.4 inches, the seat cushion for added support leg. Furthermore, the angle of the steering wheel was reduced from 24 degrees to 22 degrees from a position of natural control.
The cockpit has a display and operate independently to help areas, the driver's eyes on the road. The dashboard with its long layered look is the most important information is displayed directly in the line of sight of the driver's seat, complemented by a mid-mounted 3.5-inch TFT color display and navigation multi- available information and multimedia system. Below the main display is a clock Luminescent LED analog.
The second generation of the Remote Touch interface (RTI), allows the user to operate the climate, audio, device control, optional navigation system and much more. Screen menus are selected with a controller of the center console. RTI also reduces eye and hand movement, helping to reduce the cost and distraction.
"The ES has always been a favorite of customers and a key for Lexus," said Templin. "A great effort has been introduced in the new Lexus ES350 and ES300h ensure that our millions of customers would be willing to ES more than satisfied."
Warranty
All new 2013 Lexus ES350 vehicles come with one, 48-month/50 000 miles basic limited warranty with roadside assistance for 48 months / unlimited mileage. Powertrain and restraint system coverage is provided for 72 months/70, 000 miles are available. Drilling protection against corrosion is covered for 72 months regardless of mileage. Hybrid components, including the HV battery, battery control module, hybrid control module and inverter with converter are covered for eight years/100, 000 miles.
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