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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Leftlane’s bottom line
Looking at the sales figures alone, the ES fills an obvious slot in the
market that no other automaker has really chosen to take on. Priced more like
the compact IS, the ES is sized like the GS bu ...
Optimal use of the audio system
- Type A and B
1. Displays the current mode.
2. Changes the following settings:
• Sound quality and volume
balance.
The sound quality and balance
setting can be changed to produce
the best so ...
Moon roof
Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and
down.
Opening and closing
Standard type
1. Open.
The moon roof stops slightly
before the fully opened position.
Push th ...