Lexus ES 350
Primary Luxury Lexus ES 350 is a convenient, compatible sedan, which has the right amount of luxury, performance, safety and size, being neither bright or dull, and without breaking the bank.
2010, ES 350 gets a new face: new headlights, grille, grille surround and front bumper with integrated fog lamps flank the revised lower consumption, as well as altered tail lamps, chrome body side moldings, and new turn signals integrated into outside mirrors. In addition, a large number of new features, including Lexus Enform and security Connect, a new safety and convenience of telematics suite similar to the universal system of GM OnStar.
Available only powertrain is a 272 Lexus’ hp, DOHC, 24-valve 3.5-liter V6 aluminum, with increased effectiveness of dual variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-I), in combination with 6-speed electronically controlled transmission with intelligence (ECT-I). This super-smooth automatic provides a fast kick-down response and sequential manual shift for those of us who occasionally like to manage their own time shift.
As expected in the medium Luxo-Sedan, the interior is richly filled and functional, with an average space for the class: a lot of room for driver and front passenger, and primary property for a reasonable two or even three adults in back. Furthermore, as expected, Lexus-level skills, expanding in 2010 with standard leather seat trim, bright Optitron gauges, Premium wood, polished metal and leather accents. Three-spoke wood and leather steering wheel with convenient audio, trip computer and controls the display of information is particularly good, as is (in stock) large, easy-to-use color touch-screen navigation.
Also standard SmartAccess keyless entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, electric moonroof, 10-way power front seats (with driver seat memory), power Tilt / telescope steering wheel adjustment, rain-sensing wipers, heated exterior mirrors, illuminated entry system with external and internal puddle lamps and even illuminated front cup holders. Standard audio system has a six-disc CD changer, automatic sound equalization, a built-in satellite radio receiver (with a free 90-day trial subscription), plus IPod / USB connection (console), Bluetooth speakerphone capabilities of the phone and music Streaming.
Available in Ultra Luxury package includes a panoramic glass roof, perforated, semi-aniline “leather seats, power rear sunshade, front passenger seat memory, HID Active Front-lighting System (AFS), which should be behind the wheel of that beautiful wood and leather trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, as well as exclusive “liquid-graphite Finish” alloy wheels. Long list of stand-alone options include HID AFS, heated and ventilated front seats, and Intuitive Park Assist (IPA), which uses ultrasonic sensors to detect objects close to either bumper. It alerts the driver and shows the distance to objects in several displays.
Optional touch screen NAV system uses the “Voice Command” everyday language voice recognition that understands spoken commands to control audio, climate and navigation. It also comes with rear backup camera integrates the management of personal adjustment and Bluetooth phone book download. Optional 10-channel, 300 W, 14-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound system is available with navigation and DVD movies can be viewed on the screen NAV, when the car is in park and the parking brake is engaged.
Also new are available on subscription-Lexus Enform and security Connect. Safety Connect, available at any ES 350, with or without navigation, and offers four security functions: automatic collision notification, Stolen Vehicle, emergency (SOS) and Enhanced Roadside Assistance, which adds GPS data to roadside service Lexus. Lexus Enform, available on the NAV-equipped vehicles, adds Destination Assist and eDestination.
Destination Assist agents, available 24 / 7 with on-board equipment provider can help find the address of a particular business or activity (gas stations, theaters, restaurants) and send the coordinates of the NAV system routing. With eDestination, you can save and organize your destinations online and send them to your machine for downloading. Lexus Enform also offers a subscription to XM NavTraffic, XM XM NavWeather and sports and stocks.
Standard Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with traction integrates anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA). New cut VSC switch is useful if you’re trying to rock the car from deep snow, mud or sand.
10-bag Supplemental Restraint System includes advanced front and front seat mounted side airbags, rear seat mounted side airbags, full length side curtain bags and a driver knee airbag and front passenger. Optional Pre-collision system (PCS) includes dynamic radar cruise control that maintains a fixed distance from the vehicle ahead. If the computers sense the coming clash, he pre-initializes Brake Assist, tightens the front seatbelts and active braking automatically apply the brakes (up to 0,3 g), if the driver does not respond.
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