Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain/Performance
The Lexus ES 350's aluminum 3.5-liter V6 produces 272 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 254 lb.-ft. peak torque at 4,700 rpm. The chain-driven camshafts employ Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) for optimal performance and efficiency at all engine speeds.
The six-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) provides a sequential manual shift feature for a more involved driving experience when desired. Shifting strategy adapts to driver input, with rapid kick-down response.
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XM - Beyond Radio
As part of the Lexus Enform navigation platform, the Lexus GX 460 is
factory-ready for a variety of innovative services including XM NavTraffic®, XM
NavWeatherTM and XM® Sports and Stocks.
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Under the Hood
For 2006, the 4.7-liter V-8 produces 263 hp and 323 pounds-feet of torque.
Those numbers are down slightly from the 2005 model's 270 hp and 330 pounds-feet
of torque due to new SAE testing procedu ...
Hybrid transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
Shifting the shift lever
While the “POWER” switch is in ON
mode, depress the brake
pedal and move the shift lever.
When shifting ...