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The Lexus ES series is a family of mid-size luxury sedans produced by the Lexus division of Toyota since 1990. Now in its fifth generation, the series has been consistently built on the Toyota Camry platform with a V6 engine and automatic transmission. For much of its existence, the ES anchored the entry-level luxury car segment of the Lexus lineup, a position it maintained until the introduction of the Lexus IS in 2001. The first generation ES 250, built from 1989 to 1991, shared the body style of the contemporary Camry, while the Toyota Windom, a Japan-only model, shared the ES' body style from the 1989 second generation until 2006. The current fifth generation ES 350, geared towards the comfort luxury segment, was unveiled in the spring of 2006 as a 2007 model. Image File history File links Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 414 pixelsFull resolution (1748 Ã— 904 pixel, file size: 382 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... Automakers, also known as carmakers, automobile manufacturers, motor manufacturers, or the automobile industry are companies that design and manufacture automobiles. ... This article is about the automaker. ... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... Car classification is subjective since many vehicles fall into multiple categories. ... A mid-size car, frequently referred to as an intermediate, is an automobile with a size between that of a compact and a full-size or standard-size car. ... A luxury car is a relatively expensive car. ... A Ford Mondeo, a large family car. ... Executive car is a British term used generally to describe an automobile larger than a large family car, but which is not a high-end or ultra luxury car, a multi-purpose vehicle or a sport utility vehicle. ... Cars can come in a large variety of different body styles. ... A notchback full-size luxury sedan. ... In automobile design layout is the place where both the engine and driven wheels are. ... In automobile design, an FF, or Front-engine, Front wheel drive, layout places both the engine and driven wheels at the front of the vehicle. ... A mid-size car, frequently referred to as an intermediate, is an automobile with a size between that of a compact and a full-size or standard-size car. ... A luxury car is a relatively expensive car. ... A notchback full-size luxury sedan. ... Lexus is the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. ... This article is about the automaker. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... A 2002 Lincoln Town Car, an example of a flagship luxury sedan A luxury vehicle is a vehicle which provides a great abundance of ease and comfort. ... The Lexus IS is a series of entry-level luxury cars/compact executive cars produced by the Lexus marque of Toyota Motor Corporation. ...

First generation (1989 -1991)

The first Lexus ES (codename VZV21) debuted in January 1989 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit as part of the launch of the Lexus division. In order to avoid introducing the nameplate with only one model, the LS 400, Lexus debuted the ES alongside their flagship sedan. The smaller representative of the initial two-sedan Lexus lineup was designated the ES 250, and powered by the Camry's 2.5 L, 156 hp V6. The ES 250 was partly based on the Toyota Vista, a Japan-market sedan which was never sold in the United States, which in turn shared the body and chassis of the Toyota Camry. On the exterior, the ES 250 shared the same general body style and overall dimensions as its Toyota counterparts, but had a more prominent grille, chrome trim, frameless windows, and distinct wheel design similar to its LS brethren. Inside the cabin, the ES 250 featured a six-speaker Pioneer sound system, genuine wood trim, one-touch power windows, and leather seats. A four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission was offered. The Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission (ECT) featured "normal" and "power" modes. Safety features included a driver's SRS airbag and anti-lock brakes. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (1074x498, 88 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Lexus ES Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... The Toyota VZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Transmissions provide a speed-power conversion known as gear reduction (in speed) to a higher torque (rotational force) using gearsets. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... NAIAS 2005, near the Audi exhibit. ... The Lexus LS is a full-size luxury sedan that serves as the flagship of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. ... This article needs to be cleaned up to conform to a higher standard of quality. ... The term JDM Japanese domestic market (JDM) is used to describe Japans economic market for Japanese-brand goods, chiefly automobiles and parts. ... Old Pioneer Logo (Until 1998) Pioneer Corporation ) (TYO: 6773 ) is a Japanese multinational corporation that specializes in digital entertainment products, based in Tokyo, Japan. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ...

In September 1989, the ES 250 and the flagship LS 400 went on sale in the United States. The ES 250 was marketed as the "luxury sedan of sports sedans," and carried a U.S. market suggested base price of approximately $22,000. During the first month of release, the ES 250 logged 1,216 units in sales.^[1] However, these numbers were eclipsed by the larger LS sedan, which unlike the ES was built on a unique and all-new platform. Due to its similarities to the Camry, some viewed the ES 250 as a placeholder product of badge engineering and the vehicle ultimately did not sell as well as its more expensive counterpart. Total sales totaled 19,534 units in 1990 and 17,942 units in 1991, most for the automatic transmission model. The ES 250 was built from August 30, 1989 until July 5, 1991. Because of its relatively brief production run, the ES 250 is a rare model on U.S. roads today. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (966x444, 87 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Lexus ES Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (966x444, 87 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Lexus ES Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... Badge engineering is a term that describes the rebadging of one model of car as another. ... is the 242nd day of the year (243rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1989 (MCMLXXXIX) was a common year starting on Sunday (link displays 1989 Gregorian calendar). ... is the 186th day of the year (187th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1991 (MCMXCI) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display the 1991 Gregorian calendar). ...

Second generation (1992-1996)

In September 1991, Lexus unveiled the second generation Lexus ES (VCV10), an all-new executive sedan for the Lexus lineup. Completely redesigned for the 1992 model year and now based on the VCV10-series Toyota Windom, the model was renamed the ES 300 to reflect the half-liter bump in engine displacement. The ES 300 sported a 185 hp 3.0 L V6 engine and had an advertised 0-60 time of 8.0 seconds. In Japan, a 172 hp, 2.5 L version using the same body style was made available in October 1993 (including the VCV-11 Windom). Compared to its Camry relatives, the ES 300 featured a different suspension setup (front and rear independent MacPherson strut) and 200 lbs. more weight^[2] (due to additional on-board equipment and other differences). As with its predecessor, anti-lock brakes were standard. Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 479 pixelsFull resolution (1852 Ã— 1108 pixel, file size: 163 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... The Toyota VZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The Toyota MZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Transmissions provide a speed-power conversion known as gear reduction (in speed) to a higher torque (rotational force) using gearsets. ... A manual transmission (also known as a stick shift, straight drive, or standard transmission) is a type of transmission used in automotive applications. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into Lexus ES. (Discuss) The Toyota Windom, launched in October 1991, was part of a series of automobiles which Toyota created for the premium-executive sector of the market, where customer requirements include style and luxury. ... A simple MacPherson strut suspension on the left front wheel of a rear-wheel drive vehicle. ...

The second generation ES was significantly larger and more curvaceous than its predecessor, gaining five inches in length and three inches of width. On the front fascia, the ES gained projector headlamps in a curved housing and a three-slat grille with the Lexus emblem moved above on the hood. The side profile featured an invisible B-pillar and frameless-window doors. The rear deck lid featured an integrated spoiler effect similar to the flagship LS 400, improving the ES' aerodynamics (drag coefficient, Cd 0.32). Inside the cabin, the second generation ES featured California Walnut trim on the center console, leather seats, an eight-speaker premium sound system, and keyless entry. The added wheelbase length and overall width made for increased legroom and shoulder space than the previous model.

Production assembly of the ES 300 commenced on September 9, 1991, and the sedan went on sale later that year in the U.S. as a 1992 model. The sedan was not released in Europe, where similar Toyota models were offered. The second generation ES was a major sales success, becoming Lexus' best-selling vehicle overall. In its first full year of sales, the ES logged over 37,886 units, and throughout the following years of its production run, sales reached near or above that figure. Initial base price was $26,550 in the U.S. (increased to over $30,000 in later years). Minor updates were introduced between years, including a new passenger side airbag, different signal lights, and engine upgrades for more power; the five-speed manual transmission was discontinued after 1993. In 1996, Lexus offered an ES 300 "Coach Edition," featuring select Coach leather trim in the interior and a set of Coach luggage. Despite being its final year of sales, the 1996 ES 300 logged a 21 percent increase in sales over the previous year,^[1] with 40,735 units sold. Image File history File linksMetadata 2nd_Gen_ES.jpgâ€Ž File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Image File history File linksMetadata 2nd_Gen_ES.jpgâ€Ž File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... is the 252nd day of the year (253rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Coach Inc. ...

Third generation (1997-2001)

The third generation ES (designated MCV20) premiered in September 1996, featuring a design that was an evolution of the VCV10. The new cars possessed a more rakish profile, sharper body lines, reflector headlights (as opposed to projector headlights), and a more upscale-feeling interior. Introduced at a gala event on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills hosted by actress Sharon Stone,^[3] the ES 300 featured one powertrain option, a 200 hp 3.0 L V6 (a 197 hp, 2.5 L 2MZ-FE V6 was also offered in the Japan-market Windom) and a 4-speed automatic. The third generation ES was also slightly longer (overall length increased by 2.4 inches) but weighed less than the previous model. For the first time, an Adaptive Variable Suspension, capable of adjusting individual wheels according to road conditions (within 0.0025 seconds), was offered. Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 431 pixelsFull resolution (2300 Ã— 1240 pixel, file size: 218 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... The Toyota MZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Transmissions provide a speed-power conversion known as gear reduction (in speed) to a higher torque (rotational force) using gearsets. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... â€¹ The template below (Unit of length) is being considered for deletion. ... A millimetre (American spelling: millimeter), symbol mm is an SI unit of length that is equal to one thousandth of a metre. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... The Lexus RX is a mid-size entry-level luxury crossover SUV produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. ... The Toyota Camry Solara is a mid-size coupe/convertible designed and engineered by Toyota to capture the practical sport enthusiast car market. ... The Toyota Highlander (Toyota Kluger in Japan and Australia) is a crossover SUV assembled by the Toyota Motor Corporation under the Toyota brand name in its KyÅ«shÅ«, Japan assembly plant and its Ikeda, Osaka, Japan assembly plant during 2008 and present. ... Not to be confused with Toyota Sienta. ... The Toyota Avalon is a full-size car produced by Toyota in the United States. ... Rodeo Drive sign Rodeo Drive (pronounced Spanish: ro-DAY-oh) generally refers to a famous three-block long stretch of boutiques and shops in Beverly Hills, California, United States, although the street stretches further north and south. ... Sharon Vonne Stone (born March 10, 1958) is an Academy Award-nominated, Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning American actress, producer, and former fashion model. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The Toyota MZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ...

Inside the cabin, the ES 300 featured a new electroluminescent Lexus Optitron instrument panel, walnut trim, and leather seats. Other luxury standard features included heated outside mirrors and an automatic climate control system. A power moonroof, Nakamichi premium sound system with in-glove-box mounted CD-changer, and heated seats were options. Electroluminescence is an optical phenomenon and electrical phenomenon where a material such as a natural blue diamond emits light when an electric current is passed through it. ... Open sunroof in a Peugeot 206. ... Nakamichi Corporate Logo Nakamichi is a historic high end audio audio company most famous for its innovative and very high quality cassette decks. ...

In 1998, the model received a few updates, mainly consisting of a revised supplemental restraint system (next generation) and force limiting seat belt pretensioners that were designed to tighten the front seat passengers into their seats upon impact. Transponder chips were now also used in the keys as to provide added protection from theft.

The power rating grew to 210 hp in 1999, and the model received a mild facelift in 2000 that consisted of new, clear tail lights and turn signals, a revised front end with a new grill, headlights, and lower bumper with clear fog lights and larger alloy wheels. Inside, the interior received an electrochromatic mirror, more wood trim and slight revisions to the audio system. Xenon High-Intensity Discharge headlights with auto-leveling were now optional. The third generation arrived in 2001 with virtually no changes. For 1999 through 2001, a limited "Coach Edition" was offered. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (900x391, 58 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Lexus ES Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high-resolution version (900x391, 58 KB) File links The following pages on the English Wikipedia link to this file (pages on other projects are not listed): Lexus ES Metadata This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to... Electrochromatic is a term used to describe an electron-charged material. ... High-intensity discharge (HID) lamps include the groups of lamps commonly known as mercury vapor, metal halide, and high-pressure sodium. ... Coach Inc. ...

The U.S. base price of the 1997 ES 300 was $30,395. The third generation Lexus ES expanded upon the success of the previous generation model, reaching a record-setting 58,494 units in sales in its first year, and recording sales in the 35,000-50,000 range throughout its production run. Rivals to the third generation ES 300 included the Acura TL, Audi A4, Cadillac Catera, Mazda Millenia, Infiniti I30, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Saab 9-5. The Acura TL is a mid-size luxury car from Hondas Acura brand. ... The Audi A4 is a compact executive car produced by the German automaker Audi since 1994. ... Pre-facelift Catera The Cadillac Catera was a mid-sized automobile that was largely a rebadged version of the Opel Omega MV6 made in RÃ¼sselsheim, Germany. ... The Mazda Millenia was originally planned as the smaller of two luxury cars for Mazdas luxury brand, Amati. ... The Infiniti I30 was a mid-sized luxury car sold in North America by Nissans Infiniti division starting in 1996. ... The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is an entry-level luxury car / compact executive car produced by the German automaker DaimlerChrysler. ... 2000 Saab 9-5 sedan 2006 Saab 9-5 station wagon The Saab 9-5 is an executive car produced by the Swedish automaker Saab. ...

The Lexus IS was introduced to European markets in 1999 and became the luxury marque's entry-level model; by this time the Lexus ES was no longer sold in most European markets. Recent versions of the Lexus ES were sold in North America, Asia, and Australia. The Lexus IS is a series of entry-level luxury cars/compact executive cars produced by the Lexus marque of Toyota Motor Corporation. ...

Fourth generation (2002-2006)

The larger, fourth generation ES (designated MCV30) debuted in 2002, one year after the Lexus IS became Lexus' entry-level car. The presence of the IS in the Lexus lineup enabled the company to give the new ES 300 a more upscale image and luxury feel by excising the sporting pretensions of the previous ES models. Compared to its predecessor, the new ES possessed an interior with a greater emphasis on comfort, superior NVH isolation, larger and softer seats, and improved interior materials. The cabin was fitted with California Walnut wood trim on the front dashboard, center console, and doors. Exterior puddle lamps, floor-well lighting, chrome door handles, and rear-view mirrors that would automatically tilt downward in reverse gear contributed to a more upscale feel. Available options, including a power rear sunshade, rain-sensing windshield wipers, a DVD-based navigation system, and a Mark Levinson premium stereo system, were similar to features on the flagship LS 430 sedan. Image File history File links Metadata Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 429 pixelsFull resolution (1221 Ã— 654 pixel, file size: 150 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... The Toyota MZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... The Toyota MZ engine family is a V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Transmissions provide a speed-power conversion known as gear reduction (in speed) to a higher torque (rotational force) using gearsets. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... The Lexus RX is a mid-size entry-level luxury crossover SUV produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. ... The Toyota Camry Solara is a mid-size coupe/convertible designed and engineered by Toyota to capture the practical sport enthusiast car market. ... The Toyota Highlander (Toyota Kluger in Japan and Australia) is a crossover SUV assembled by the Toyota Motor Corporation under the Toyota brand name in its KyÅ«shÅ«, Japan assembly plant and its Ikeda, Osaka, Japan assembly plant during 2008 and present. ... Not to be confused with Toyota Sienta. ... The Toyota Avalon is a full-size car produced by Toyota in the United States. ... The Lexus IS is a series of entry-level luxury cars/compact executive cars produced by the Lexus marque of Toyota Motor Corporation. ... This page is a candidate to be moved to Wiktionary. ... Mark Levinson, now owned by Madrigal Audio Laboratories is a company specializing in high-end digital audio processors, integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, pre amplifiers, and CD players. ... The Lexus LS is a full-size luxury sedan that serves as the flagship of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. ...

Despite the additional features and added weight, neither the acceleration nor the handling of the ES suffered. Other new features included a drive-by-wire electronic throttle, a five-speed automatic transmission, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist as well as stability and traction control. On the exterior, the ES gained a more rounded shape than its predecessor, with pulled-back headlamps and a single-tone color scheme with chrome trim. New design elements similar to the LS sedan included a rear quarter window and wrap-around taillamps with a diagonal edge. In Japan, the MCV30 Windom received a 2-star LEV rating. The fourth generation Lexus ES was built in Kyūshū and Tsutsumi, Japan.^[4] The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... An anti-lock braking system (commonly known as ABS, from the German name Antiblockiersystem given to it by its inventors at Bosch) is a system on motor vehicles which prevents the wheels from locking while braking. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Brake Assist (BA) is a technology developed jointly by Daimler-Benz and TRW/Lucas-Verity. ... Electronic Stability Program (ESP), also known as Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), Electronic Skid Protection (ESP) and many other names, are electro-hydraulic systems that help control vehicles as they approach the limits of stability. ... Traction control systems, on current production vehicles, are typically (but not necessarily) electro-hydraulic systems designed to prevent loss of traction (and therefore the control of the vehicle) when excessive throttle or steering is applied by the driver. ...

For the 2004 model year, the American market received a new 3.3 L engine producing 225 hp (later revised to 218 hp, because of changes in SAE power testing procedures), and the car was renamed the ES 330. In the Middle Eastern and Asian markets, however, the 3.0 L engine was still available. SAE may refer to: Soviet Antarctic Expeditions Scientific Audio Electronics Society of Automotive Engineers SAE Institute (formerly the School of Audio Engineering) Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity Stichting Academisch Erfgoed Standard American Equivalent (in relation to tool sizing see Standard and Imperial; different from Metric tool sizing but pertaining to same... A map showing countries commonly considered to be part of the Middle East The Middle East is a region comprising the lands around the southern and eastern parts of the Mediterranean Sea, a territory that extends from the eastern Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf. ... World map showing the location of Asia. ...

In 2005, the ES received a facelift with new front and rear fascias, clear taillights, projector headlights, and a redesigned grille. Inside, new features included power adjustable pedals and heated and ventilated front seats. Additionally, new Bird's Eye Maple trim brightened the interior and integrated satellite radio was offered as an option. In 2004, the limited ES 330 "SportDesign" special edition featured the Adaptive Variable Suspension, 16-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels, Mark Levinson audio, interior upgrades, and special dark exterior colors. Lexus also offered an exclusive ES 330 "Black Diamond Edition" in 2005, featuring black wood trim, iridescent Black Diamond paint, and a set of Tumi luggage. Image File history File links Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 495 pixelsFull resolution (2526 Ã— 1563 pixel, file size: 968 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) (All user names refer to en. ... Image File history File links Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 495 pixelsFull resolution (2526 Ã— 1563 pixel, file size: 968 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) (All user names refer to en. ... A satellite radio or subscription radio (SR) is a digital radio signal that is broadcast by a communications satellite, which covers a much wider geographical range than terrestrial radio signals. ... The Tumi Logo Tumi is a manufacturer of suitcases and bags for travel. ...

The fourth generation ES 300/330 continued the solid success of the ES series for Lexus. Despite an increase in price befitting its more upscale amenities (2002 base price of $32,080), ES sales jumped to 69,607 in its first year, making the Lexus ES the best-selling luxury car in the United States.^[1] Throughout its production run, the fourth generation ES was Lexus' best-selling sedan, and outsold only in the Lexus model range by the RX luxury utility vehicle. The Lexus RX is a mid-size entry-level luxury crossover SUV produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. ...

Fifth generation (2007-present)

The fifth generation ES (GSV40) debuted at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2006, featuring an all-new body in the style of Lexus' new design philosophy, L-finesse. The new design is sleeker than its predecessor, with a streamlined cabin and character lines across the hood, fenders, and rear pillars. The Lexus emblem returns to the grille for the first time since the first generation, and is now placed at the center of a five-bar horizontal grille. The vehicle also no longer shares its body style with Japanese market models, as the previously related Toyota Windom was discontinued for the 2007 model year. The new ES, now called the ES 350, features the first use of a six-speed automatic transmission in a front-wheel drive Toyota vehicle along with its sister U.S. car, the Toyota Camry. The engine is the 272 hp (203 kW) aluminum 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 engine with variable valve timing. Lexus estimates that this combination will accelerate to 60 mph (97 km/h) in less than 7 seconds, but actual tests have netted the ES 350 as being one of the fastest entry-level luxury sedans available now. 0-60 mph has been acquired in as little as 6.2 seconds by auto magazines, and the car shows a strong point of high-end power as it clears the quarter mile in 14.6 seconds while traveling at almost 100 mph.^[5] Fuel economy is estimated at 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) in the city and 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) on the highway. Image File history File links Size of this preview: 800 Ã— 434 pixelsFull resolution (1612 Ã— 875 pixel, file size: 402 KB, MIME type: image/jpeg) File historyClick on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. ... KyÅ«shÅ« region of Japan and the current prefectures on KyÅ«shÅ« island KyÅ«shÅ« ), literally Nine Provinces, is the third largest island of Japan and most southerly and westerly of the four main islands. ... The Toyota GR engine family is an open-deck, die-cast V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Transmissions provide a speed-power conversion known as gear reduction (in speed) to a higher torque (rotational force) using gearsets. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The Toyota Camry is a mid-size sedan assembled by Toyota in Georgetown, Kentucky; Altona, Victoria, Australia; Guangzhou, China and the original factory in Toyota City, Japan. ... The Lexus RX is a mid-size entry-level luxury crossover SUV produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. ... The Toyota Camry Solara is a mid-size coupe/convertible designed and engineered by Toyota to capture the practical sport enthusiast car market. ... The Toyota Highlander (Toyota Kluger in Japan and Australia) is a crossover SUV assembled by the Toyota Motor Corporation under the Toyota brand name in its KyÅ«shÅ«, Japan assembly plant and its Ikeda, Osaka, Japan assembly plant during 2008 and present. ... Not to be confused with Toyota Sienta. ... The Jeep testdrive hill at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicagos McCormick Place convention complex. ... Lexus is the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. ... The automatic gear selector in a Ford Five Hundred vehicle An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually (similar but larger devices are also used for railroad locomotives). ... Front-wheel drive is the most common form of engine/transmission layout used in modern passenger cars, where the engine drives the front wheels. ... The internal combustion engine is an engine in which the combustion of fuel and an oxidizer (typically air) occurs in a confined space called a combustion chamber. ... The Toyota GR engine family is an open-deck, die-cast V6 piston engine series. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine V6 and V-6 redirect here. ... Variable valve timing, or VVT, is a generic term for an automobile piston engine technology. ...

The ES 350 arrived at U.S. dealerships in late April 2006 as a 2007 model. That year, the ES 350 was launched in North America, the Middle East, and Asia. Despite being built at the Kyūshū plant in Fukuoka, Japan,^[6] the ES 350 was not sold in the Japanese market. The fifth generation ES continues the previous generation's direction of moving the ES more upscale in its design and features. Lexus touts the ES 350 as faster, more powerful, more aerodynamic (Cd 0.28), and more quiet than the original LS 400 flagship.^[7]

The ES 350 interior features walnut wood accents, leather seats, dual zone climate control with air filter, an mp3 player auxiliary input, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and eight standard airbags. A keyless entry and ignition system, Lexus SmartAccess, which does not require the electronic remote to be taken out of the driver's pocket, is now standard. Available new features include a 300-watt, 14-speaker Mark Levinson premium audio system, power seat cushion extender, radar-based adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, power rear sunshade, DVD navigation system, and Lexus Park Assist, a sonar-based warning system with backup camera. For the first time, the ES offers an "Ultra Luxury Package," which features many of the aforementioned options along with a three-panel panoramic glass moonroof. Image File history File links ES_350_center_console. ... Image File history File links ES_350_center_console. ... A digital audio player (DAP) is a device that stores, organizes and plays digital music files. ... Mark Levinson, now owned by Madrigal Audio Laboratories is a company specializing in high-end digital audio processors, integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, pre amplifiers, and CD players. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into Cruise control. ... A backup camera is a special type of video camera that is produced specifically for the purpose of being attached to the rear of a vehicle to aid in backing up. ... Open sunroof in a Peugeot 206. ...

For 2007 models, Lexus introduced a number of unique colors exclusive to the ES 350, including Aquamarine Pearl, Royal Ruby Metallic, Moon Shell Mica, and Amber Pearl. The 2007 base price in the U.S. is $33,470.

Rumors suggest a hybrid version should arrive in the 2009 model year as the ES 400h, using the same engine as the RX 400h.^{[citation needed]}

Awards

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