2018 Lexus ES 350 Standard Luxury and Comfort
10/26/2017
Lexus
For 2018, the Lexus ES 350 offers the new Premier Package, which provides a wide array of features including heated and ventilated seats, driver seat memory, leather-trimmed steering wheel with power tilt/telescopic and memory, Park Assist and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
In addition, for model year 2018 Enform Safety Connect and Enform Service Connect are now complimentary for the first 10 years of ownership. Both were previously offered with a one year trial period.
Unique Luxury Position
The ES 350 puts Lexus in the distinct position of offering two unique approaches to the entry-luxury category. The ES 350, with front-wheel drive traction, focuses on flagship-type comfort - including 40 inches of rear seat legroom - while the sporty IS models put more emphasis on driving performance. Two different models, two sets of priorities, no compromises.
The ES 350 delivers strong and efficient performance from a standard 268-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine, on regular-grade gas. It's teamed to an ultra-smooth six-speed automatic transmission.
Lexus Safety System
Bringing to bear a series of advanced technologies, Lexus Safety System+ is designed to help the driver avoid collisions, or mitigate their impacts. High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control works at speeds over 25 mph. It tracks the speed of the vehicle traveling ahead and can adjust the speed setting accordingly to help maintain a preset distance.
Pre-Collision System can detect vehicles - and in certain conditions, a pedestrian by using a
combination of millimeter-wave radar and a front-facing camera. The system can warn the driver of a possible collision and can initiate automatic braking with Brake Assist if necessary.
Using a camera to detect visible lane markings, Lane Departure Alert is designed to convey audio-visual alerts and vibrate the steering wheel if it determines that the driver unintentionally deviated from the lane. Lane Departure Alert, with Steering Assist, can help the vehicle stay in its lane by smoothly increasing steering torque by a small amount.
Intelligent High Beam technology senses headlights from oncoming traffic and the taillights of the vehicle traveling in front, automatically adjusting high- and low-beam illumination.
Available with all packages, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) helps detect vehicles in side blind spots and alert the driver to rear cross traffic when backing out of a parking space.
The Lexus Definition of Entry Luxury
Since their inception, Lexus ES models have long defied the "entry" part of "entry luxury," thanks to roomy cabins and comprehensive standard amenities. The 2018 ES 350 upholds that Lexus tradition with a rear seat offering 40 inches of legroom. The standard equipment roster is likewise generous with 10-way adjustable power front seats; automatic climate control; NuLuxe perforated upholstery with Illustrious Piano Black ornamentation; a power tilt-and-slide moonroof; power-adjustable outside mirrors with turn signals and defoggers; remote-linked power window and moonroof opening and Lexus Personalized Settings to customize select electronic functions.
Additional available interior trims include Espresso Bird's Eye Maple, Bamboo with a matte finish, and a new Noble Brown interior paired with Linear Dark Mocha wood trim. Premier, Luxury and Ultra Luxury Packages present a tiered approach to adding optional amenities. The Luxury packages add wood trim on the center console and cup holder area and an embossed stitching pattern on the seats. The optional Panoramic Roof is available with all packages (included in Ultra Luxury).
All nine of the ES 350's metallic, pearl and mica exterior paint colors use self-healing clear coat technology - and do not cost extra.
Informing and Entertaining
With smartphones and tablets so prevalent, Lexus used that paradigm for operating its Display Audio system and the Lexus Enform family of information and connectivity services. The ES 350 includes the Scout(R) GPS Link with its standard Lexus Display Audio system, which features an eight-inch screen and includes HD Radio(TM), Bluetooth(R) audio, automatic phone book transfer, a vehicle information display and complimentary traffic and weather data provided via HD Radio. The cache radio feature lets you pause live broadcasts for up to 15-minutes.
With Lexus Enform Remote (complimentary for the first year of ownership), the customer can remotely view and control certain aspects of the vehicle using a mobile app for iOS and Android devices. Once registered, the app can operate remote door lock/unlock; remote stop/start for the engine and climate control; vehicle finder, guest driver monitor and more.
Lexus Enform Safety Connect provides access to Lexus Enform response centers 24/7/365 with a mobile connection. With Lexus Enform Service Connect, the ES 350 can alert you to specific factory-recommended maintenance and simultaneously alerting your preferred Lexus retailer.
Adding the optional Navigation Package brings an array of valuable services to the ES 350 in the form of the Lexus Enform App Suite. This veritable in-car personal concierge includes Lexus Enform Destination Assist. Use voice-enabled apps to search the Internet through Destination Search, make restaurant reservations through OpenTable(R), get movie tickets via MovieTickets.com(TM), listen to Internet radio, (including Pandora(R), iHeartRadio and Slacker), and search business reviews on Yelp(R).
The eight-inch screen can be divided into up to three sections to show different functions simultaneously. The navigation system itself provides 3D map with bird's eye views, predictive traffic information, detour preview, ETA calculation and fuel station locations. Putting numerous vehicle system controls at your fingertips, the available second-generation Remote Touch Interface (RTI) is the easiest way to access multimedia in the ES 350. The computer mouse-like controller on the center console can operate the climate control, audio system, phone, optional navigation system and more. Menus appear in the Display Audio screen. The "Back" button makes using the RTI even easier. iPhone(R) users have yet another control option, with Siri(R) Eyes Free Mode. Make calls, select songs from iTunes(R), get turn-by-turn navigation through Apple maps, and much more, all by asking Siri.
Premium Sound, a Lexus Tradition
The ES 350's standard eight-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System offers USB/iPod connectivity, Bluetooth(R) audio streaming, HD Radio(TM) with iTunes tagging, and an integrated SiriusXM(R) Satellite Radio receiver (with all-access 90-day trial subscription).
Once again, pinnacle audio performance in the Lexus ES 350 comes from the Mark Levinson(R) Premium Sound system, available in conjunction with any option package. Powering 15 speakers with 835-watts, the system turns the car into a private listening room. Borrowing from high-end home audio, Clari-Fi(TM) technology can enhance the sound of compressed digital audio (satellite radio, mobile streaming, MP3, etc.).
What's New for 2018
Optional Premier Package
Enform Safety Connect Complimentary for First 10 Years of Ownership
Enform Service Connect Complimentary for First 10 Years of Ownership
Noble Brown Interior with Linear Dark Mocha Wood Trim available
Chassis/Body/Suspension/Tires/Brakes
Front suspension employs opposite-wound coil springs to help enhance straight-line stability.
High body rigidity achieved through lightweight, high tensile strength steel.
Airflow is smoothed beneath the vehicle, enhancing driver control and fuel economy.
Standard 215/55R17 low-rolling resistance tires on 17-inch alloy wheels; 18-inch alloy wheels available.
Luxury/Comfort/Convenience
10-way adjustable power front seats
Automatic climate control system
NuLuxe perforated upholstery
Power tilt-and-slide moonroof
Illuminated entry system
Wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel
Heated wood and leather-trimmed steering wheel
Navigation Package (includes Lexus Enform App Suite and Lexus Enform Destination Assist).
Optional Mark Levinson Audio.
Premier Package
Heated and ventilated seats
Driver seat memory
Leather-trimmed steering wheel with power tilt/telescopic and memory
17" split 10-spoke wheel with new dark grey color
Wood trim
Park Assist and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert required
Available Noble Brown interior with Linear Dark Mocha wood trim
Luxury Package
Includes Premier Package, plus
Embossed-stitch perforated leather-trimmed interior
Wood-trimmed console
Heated and ventilated front seats
Ultra Luxury Package
Driver's seat cushion extender
Power rear sunshade and Manual door shades
Driver and Passenger seat memory
Panoramic roof
Semi-aniline leather trim.
Safety/Security Features
Lexus Safety System+ includes Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist, Intelligent High Beam (IHB) and High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
10 airbags as standard equipment, including driver and front passenger knee airbags, driver and front passenger front and seat-mounted side airbags, as well as rear outboard seat-mounted side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags.
Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats are designed to limit excessive head movement in certain rear-end collisions, helping to decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries.
Warranty
48 months/50,000 miles basic limited warranty with roadside assistance for 48 months/unlimited miles.
72 months/70,000 miles powertrain and restraint system coverage.
72 months corrosion perforation protection coverage, regardless of mileage.