A bold statement indeed but with the latest revisions, ES which is the very epitome of attainable luxury, takes premium to the next level. Boasting a sportier visage, bolder rear styling, refined interior décor, updated finishes and enhanced dynamics, the new ES really is a package that lives up to its ‘more is more’ billing.
The sleek shape continues with the ES’ graceful roofline that flows effortlessly to the rear, where a modernised taillight design evokes the “L”-shaped theme, furnishing an instantly recognisable glow. Spanning the rear is a re-worked, stylised chrome license plate garnish that flows visually into the clear elements of the lamps to communicate the vehicle’s newfound muscularity. Lending a considerable amount of flair to the vehicle’s already sporty attitude are newly sculpted chrome-tipped rectangular exhaust ports on the ES 250.
To complement the impactful new form, two new 17-inch wheels with directional spoke patterns have been developed. A branching dark grey metallic, multi-plane machined 20-spoke wheel is standard on the ES 250, while the ES 350 is distinguished by a 10-spoke rotary design with machine finish over medium grey.
Other stand-out features include wall-to-wall leather with high quality stitching and new embossed pattern. The ES also shares many features with the GS such as the analogue clock, ambient lighting and the Nano-e climate system. Additional standard niceties include a moonroof, remote keyless entry, power seats with seat heaters (driver’s seat memory), electrochromatic mirror, back guide monitor with smart camera (new) and PDC.
The new ES 250 is priced at N$ 464 200 while the Lexus ES 300h N$549 100. All models in the ES range are covered by a four-year/100 000 km warranty – 8 years and 195 000 km warranty on the hybrid battery for the ES 300h.