We lucked out by getting the new ES 250 AWD right as a winter storm dumped 6-9" of snow on the ground. Did Lexus make a mistake by removing the silky smooth V6 from the ES 350 to finally give us an AWD Lexus ES?
@bneyens3 жыл бұрын
Softyan is a big fan of 6-9 inches
@preciadoalex1233 жыл бұрын
@@bneyenslol
@Whetherulikeitornot3 жыл бұрын
For $52k, yes they made a mistake not giving it a turbo at least.
@gengstar093 жыл бұрын
Correction: ES offers a panoramic moonroof. Just on non hybrid or F Sport models.
@M67v3 жыл бұрын
They could’ve at least give an option to upgrade to a V6 AWD. Apparently they couldn’t fit the V6 because it shares the AWD driveline components with the RAV4, but they still could’ve used a turbo. I guess they chose not to use a turbo because Toyota/Lexus tends to avoid forced induction, although the IS/GS/RC/NX 300, the new Supra, and the LS 500 all use turbocharged motors.
@f1812343 жыл бұрын
Toyota’s 2.5 4 cylinder doesn’t belong in a Lexus especially at 52k USD that’s just ridiculous imo
@v60polestar883 жыл бұрын
I agree. Lexus knows they can get away with it though because this car is marketed toward the Buick generation.
@centripetal253 жыл бұрын
It sounds and feels so unrefined it would only be OK with those with hearing decline
@stefanb.51543 жыл бұрын
Meanwhile bmw puts a 4 cylinder in the 5 series at the same price 🤨
@v60polestar883 жыл бұрын
@@stefanb.5154 Turbo!!! Big difference
@stefanb.51543 жыл бұрын
@@v60polestar88 ok but it’s still a 4 cylinder. Y’all act like they market the ES as a sports sedan or something 😂. It’s marketed perfectly for what it is and it’s not trying to be something it’s not. Y’all get mad when cars are pretentious, but then get mad when they try to be what they actually are.
@michaelboehne40752 жыл бұрын
I think you might be missing the point with your review of this car. When it is driven in the way it was meant to be driven, it remains very quiet. You shouldn't be gunning the engine, especially in a snowstorm, and it is sufficiently powerful to merge onto freeways and start cruising. A Lexus is built to a higher standard than a Toyota, with more sound deadening materials and better paint. For someone who lives in the Midwest or Northeast or Canada and wants a beautiful, comfortable, reliable car that will last almost forever, the 4 cylinder AWD makes a lot of sense
@satanicrepublican4781 Жыл бұрын
Lexus reviews always miss the point, because they're tailored to BMW shoppers.
@davidwan2473 жыл бұрын
Take a drink every time Sofyan says “which is nice”. Lol
@vlad18893 жыл бұрын
I'm wasted, which is nice.
@dam307073 жыл бұрын
Deal!!😂
@snacking59083 жыл бұрын
You will die sir. He says it like 6 times in less than a minute while doing the interior
@panafrocanam21003 жыл бұрын
I took a sip.... Which is nice
@eddiew.64852 жыл бұрын
I’m Drunk……
@KirkKreifels3 жыл бұрын
What luck to get this snow! This is the exact reason why this AWD ES exists... Still wish they would have made an eAWD for the es 300h
@davidlusk43503 жыл бұрын
Hold on..... it sounds like they could in future per motoman review
@arslan4793 жыл бұрын
I must admit compared to the x drive from BMW this awd system seems really good.
@Emissary523 жыл бұрын
Kirk, miss the snow? Enjoy your new warm home! 😊
@khronin3 жыл бұрын
AWD is just superior.I sprung for it on my 2020 KIA Stinger after a test drive and it was the only one in the color I like.Even with sportier tires it is superior in wet weather or inclement weather then a any 2 wheel drive car by far. I came from a Honda crosstour which was prob at the top of the line for FWD cars and handling weather and the stinger is better--it is also better on the track.AWD is definetly worth the money and they do not have the issues they had in earlier cars.
@NoHypebeastZay3 жыл бұрын
My guy Kirk is everywhere!
@lordkent81433 жыл бұрын
The fact he ain't shivering doing this review is amazing.
@curiosityredpill70303 жыл бұрын
Must be be a warm jacket
@jxmar_3 жыл бұрын
Cant believe they put a 4 cylinder In this car..
@ShohruhShamanov3 жыл бұрын
Yet alone, n/a. Super slow.
@edwardvalivonis233 жыл бұрын
4 cylinder is not a problem as long it takes you there where you need to go. Complaining about performance? Get yourself Charger
@IIOctaneII3 жыл бұрын
@@edwardvalivonis23 4 cylinder engines don’t belong in luxury cars 🤡🤡🤡 just get the regular ES350
@edwardvalivonis233 жыл бұрын
@@IIOctaneII tell that to Germans
@kromahj3 жыл бұрын
@@IIOctaneII wait untill they all go EV, what you say
@disturbed4everluke Жыл бұрын
Incredible fuel economy. 34 highway on a large heavy sedan with awd used to be unheard of.
@4utoomchz8 ай бұрын
Got 37 on our vacation trip to Florida from Virginia in August. Wife and I are very pleased. People complain about this cat being underpowered but how damm fast are people trying to go??? 99% of driving is cruising and maybe 1% is accelerating up to speed.
@snacking59083 жыл бұрын
Proud of Lexus. Toyota knows how to make vehicles that will last a long time. They are still into building a quality product. This 2.5L is going to last longer than the turbocharged 4 cylinders. Yes, For more power, get the NA 6 cylinder. But some people want an all wheel drive 4 cylinder. Lexus did not cut corners by using a NA 4 cylinder. They’re catering to their customers who want a long lasting sedan. Not everyone wants to switch out their cars every 3-5 years. Some people want 1 car that would last 10-20 or more years. This will last.
@terence44273 ай бұрын
I've owned three Camry's and recently test drove a Lexus ES250 and there is a BIG difference between the two vehicles. The majority of people commenting in this chat about how underpowered the Lexus 250 is have never driven one, but you should because it isn't bad. The car isn't meant to be fast, and it is by far more comfortable than a Camry. If you drive the car how it is intended to be driven, you won't hear much road noise. I appreciate the time and effort reviewers put into their reviews but keep in mind their opinion is subjective. However, keep in mind the test vehicle in this clip is ES250 F-Sport with 19inch wheels. The larger wheels and tuned suspension are, of course, going to affect the ride.
@vedishghunasham21543 жыл бұрын
That thing is gorgeous idc about the power
@autonewstv863 жыл бұрын
*I was genuinely impressed by the interior of this car, not crazy flashy, but looks comfortable and refined.*
@tapper7013 жыл бұрын
As a former upstate NY'r, do NOT miss the cold, snow & ice ... FL sunshine is much preferred ... Well done vid Sofyan ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
@curiosityredpill70303 жыл бұрын
No wonder they say the craziest ppl come from New York and Florida it’s because got New Yorker crazing up Florida 🤔🤗
@wileecoyote57493 жыл бұрын
Yeah but Spring Break your city is worse than the Bronx
@danielfeldman79133 жыл бұрын
Thank you for commenting on the powertrain. I had a 2018 Camry with the same engine...and honestly, I don't even think it's appropriate for the Toyota name. It's loud, buzzy, and drones like you said. Even Toyota is known for quiet and smooth in their 4 Cyl, and this motor doesn't accomplish that for both Toyota AND Lexus. I hope they make updates soon!
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree. The 2017 and earlier Camrys w their 178 2.5al i4 was very smooth, actually one of my favorite 4 cylinder engines. When I drove the 4 cylinder Camry I immediately knew that it was worth the extra cost to get the v6. Night and day in engine smoothness
@occckid1233 жыл бұрын
Use the manual mode in the 2021 sienna and release o$ the gas pedal while in a high rpm scenario and it sounds like a blender. Much much worse than my altima with a cvt. Wayyyyyyy worse.
@Cory10294453 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you pointed this out, the under power is why I’m waiting to buy
@ryanshannon77033 жыл бұрын
8.6 when you're *trying* to run 0-60 is just too long. Can you imagine dailying this thing and merging on the highway? I don't know about you, but I can't remember the last time I've floored it in my car just trying to merge on the highway, aside from my Rx7 from like, 15 years ago. That was just because I wanted to, though. It would probably take you normally 10 seconds just to approach highway speeds from a stop light in this thing. That's nearly dangerous in my opinion.
@iMidnightMonster3 жыл бұрын
honestly if i was going for a 4-cyl i’d go Camry all day long. Cheaper, and it’s not like the ES250 is a lot nicer. Plus you can still get AWD on base Camry
@inangekah20903 жыл бұрын
Or an Avalon
@MrMustangrick3 жыл бұрын
Lexus blew it by not offering the V6
@ryanshannon77033 жыл бұрын
They offer AWD on Camry and Avalon, now?? Holy Sh*t. I've been waiting so long for that.
@inangekah20903 жыл бұрын
@@ryanshannon7703 Yes they do
@princesslopez43353 жыл бұрын
Lmao at all the negative comments. They made this car for me, single mom of 1 looking to purchase my first Lexus. At first I was set on the Nx 300 but being in my early 30’s not ready for an suv but I was looking at it because of all the features Im looking for. Will purchase this vehicle next year!
@ckalnicki3 жыл бұрын
It’s a beautiful vehicle... Fast enough for me. You don’t need an Indy car to have a great vehicle.
@hualant3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Lexus skimped out. There’s no reason they couldn’t couple AWD with the six. It would still sell well.
@chinoyhouse8247Ай бұрын
This Lexus ES250 AWD is hidden gem. Yes, it is underpowered but for most people driving this to work and picking up groceries and the kids is actually enough. It is very comfortable and will be very reliable and cheap to maintain in the long run. The V6 is great but wait until it hits 60,000 miles and it needs a brand new spark plugs and coils, the labour cost is gonna get you. Plus that V6 is quick but guzzles gas. the 2.5 A25-FKS engine is fuel efficient especially if you drive a lot. This is a great car in 2024. This car is like a family piano, you buy it, maintain it and 20 years later it is still there. Weathered but functional.
@JAY-JAY74 Жыл бұрын
We need the ES350 AWD.
@nintendoatarikiller3 жыл бұрын
0:43 im also expecting to get 6 to 9 inches tonight
@motaz19753 жыл бұрын
perfect grandpa cruiser.
@danieljohnson44183 жыл бұрын
Love the interior and exterior styling. 😎
@Emissary523 жыл бұрын
Save $20K and get an AWD Camry. Probably the reason that they use the 2.5 is because it's built on the same assembly line as the Avalon and the drive train is "right there"! 😁👌
@madclone843 жыл бұрын
Keep driving that daily or move up for 25k and get an IS 500 👍🏽👍🏽 cause this ain’t really worth it
@devongee17763 жыл бұрын
8.6s.... that's hilarious Send us your customers Lexus. #TeamGenesis
@EYUK12 жыл бұрын
I think you nail it. Lexus should put AWD in the V6 model. Too much torque steer on the V6. If they want to lower the sticker price and offer a smaller engine as the entry model of ES, it is fine. However, don't cheap out on a 4 cylinder. They need to overhaul their marketing department. 4 cylinder and Ultra Luxury package? They should offer 4 cylinder model with lower trim offering and V6 to start with Luxury trim. AWD should be made standard on V6 model.
@kyleau435311 ай бұрын
There’s the LS model
@checkdilevels11803 жыл бұрын
Confused, not sure how they delivered the car yesterday before the snow and a week worth of testing is done in one day, how ya average the gas mileage? btw great vid.
@NMRH2583 жыл бұрын
This AWD package seems perfectly fine to me, especially for a common Lexus. The ES is built to be a comfortable executive cruiser so I don't understand why "auto journalists" think every luxury vehicle should be overly powerful, sporty and harsh riding.
@timvibes3 жыл бұрын
More expensive and has the same engine as the Camry. Regardless, these will still sell because it's Lexus. I'd go V6 all day!
@BeingMe233 жыл бұрын
It's just a rebadged Camry AWD that's why it seems to be a Camry.
@davidlusk43503 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with the camry, my 2017 xle is all about the previous generation es330. But lexus has v6, and more comfortable seats, and more sound deadening and better warranty. Other then that it is very similar to that and avalon. And size is very close as well. But awd across those e only come with r cyl...... ugh
@jonathangoldberg74233 жыл бұрын
Very underpowered!
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
I generally like Toyota’s 2.5L i4. The 2017 and earlier with 178hp is one of my favorite 4 cylinder engines. The latest dynamic force 2.5 is rather noisy and unrefined which is why I opted for the v6. Night and day difference in smoothness refinement and quietness
@terence44273 ай бұрын
Have you driven one?
@patriot8087 Жыл бұрын
I think your review is spot on and just the way I see it. I would not bother with the AWD in the ES with that 4 cylinder in it. For me I will just keep my Acura MDX with torque vectoring.
@Toyota4Life3 жыл бұрын
Can we pause and talk about those sculpted interior door handles for a second it’s beautiful
@Trav9903 жыл бұрын
I can agreed with this. Why would i get a 2.5 4cyl engine in a lexus with awd capability. When i can go get a camry for less the price. They should have at least made this v6 or v8 awd
@Andre300063 жыл бұрын
Waiting for u to review the 2022 Stinger!
@y2ktube2 жыл бұрын
A GREAT COMMENT FROM : @SnacKing - "Proud of Lexus. Toyota knows how to make vehicles that will last a long time. They are still into building a quality product. This 2.5L is going to last longer than the turbocharged 4 cylinders. Yes, For more power, get the NA 6 cylinder. But some people want an all wheel drive 4 cylinder. Lexus did not cut corners by using a NA 4 cylinder. They’re catering to their customers who want a long lasting sedan. Not everyone wants to switch out their cars every 3-5 years. Some people want 1 car that would last 10-20 or more years. This will last..."
@mervinprone Жыл бұрын
What an embarrassment! The original ES250 had a very legendary engine, praised by critics for its smoothness, a 2.5 litre 24 valve V6 developed with Yamaha for the Camry in its inaugural V6 Camry in 1988. It wasn’t particularly quick but it was exceptionally smooth.
@vaby1003 жыл бұрын
Well, people will miss this drone sound after few years when there will be electric vehicles everywhere.
@mike_wellington_3 жыл бұрын
Why do people hate the infotainment setup? The system and the trackpad is a breeze to use and very relaxing once you know it. Like any other vehicle and it’s layout, it takes a few days to get used to. This will illuminate nasty fingerprints all over your screen! I think people hate it because they are trained to hate it/tell themselves they need to hate it. I think if they actually had an open mind and found the positives and drove around with it for longer than a day, they would love it.
@2GR_XSE3 жыл бұрын
They had the opportunity to charge more over the avalon awd if they had used the v6...
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised they couldn’t use the v6 awd combo from say the Toyota Highlander
@2GR_XSE3 жыл бұрын
@@naveenthemachine right? Is not like they aren’t the same platform 😆
@kromahj3 жыл бұрын
@@2GR_XSE That why you get the 350, it V6
@johnholst3 жыл бұрын
I don't know why Sofyan is surprised about the pricing or power of this car. The ES is just a fancy Avalon, and as such, I love it! I'd pay the 5 grand premium because it's so much nicer than the Avalon. It's not competition for the Germans or Genesis. But a great car at a reasonable price, imo.
@terence44273 ай бұрын
You're paying for the practicality and reliability.
@johnholst3 ай бұрын
@@terence4427 No, you're not. The Toyota also has those things. You're paying for the premium look and feel that the Lexus provides over its Toyota sibling.
@demetriusjohnson68273 жыл бұрын
52 grand. I’ll stop there again
@parthjain81843 жыл бұрын
“the guy’s stuck in the snow…. haha” that’s perfect
@davidfelter35522 жыл бұрын
Well, I respect your opinion, but I actually own that car. I’ve had hot rods and sports cars. Truthfully, I like the car and the defects you cite, are not dealbreakers for some of us. No turbo, port and direct injection, and I am happy after coming from a German turbo vehicle. Not the most objective review.
@terence44273 ай бұрын
I totally agree with you. Not everyone wants a turbo engine or overly complicated luxury car when it needs to be repaired.
@MrMustangrick3 жыл бұрын
Only 200 HP in a heavy sedan? What a joke Lexus, should have paired the AWD with the 3.5 V6.
@donnad31333 жыл бұрын
Even the camry should bc the v6 is a gd luxury downgrade over thess stupid turbi 4s
@jcabrera84253 жыл бұрын
Lexus has some balls by putting their Camry engine on this “luxury sedan”. 🤦♂️.
@betrapvideos3 жыл бұрын
Woah I realized at 2:59 that the snow added an inverse image of that "L" design on the headlight. It looked like an refresh upgrade and sick design....the headlights look like they have white mascara or white eye lashes...Give it a try Lexus!
@2AbleFly3 жыл бұрын
Lexus wtf, this powertrain is horrible. Just put the awd on the v6 smh why is that so hard
@jeholloway23 жыл бұрын
Take a drink every time the word nice is used.
@edwardvalivonis233 жыл бұрын
Rebadged Toyota Camry at double price Joe Biden: hold my fart
@raynmusic60113 жыл бұрын
Today we're gonna get 6-9 inches, i laughed so hard !
@Asoka-great3 жыл бұрын
those are hard earned inches..😀
@JolliAllGenGamer3 жыл бұрын
F Sport all show for this ES250 for sure. Reminds me of the old IS250 all show and slow and it was a V6 instead of an I4 the ES250 has. Glad they ditched that for the IS300 at least.
@edwink14672 жыл бұрын
I drove this motor on the 2021 Camry and it was LOUD, and not in a good way. I agree this engine does not belong in a Lexus. I wish they would offer the 3.5L V6 with AWD. It shouldn't be difficult considering the RX have the same engine with AWD. And since they cancelled the GS (which is RWD based with optional AWD), it's mind mind boggling why they wouldn't offer the ES350 with AWD.
@terence44273 ай бұрын
Have you driven one? I test drove one over the weekend, and it isn't nearly as loud or unrefined as you hear in these reviews. If you drive the car the way it is intended to be driven, it isn't very loud at all.
@cb91373 жыл бұрын
Lexus would still make sales on this
@TheSportsPROgram6 ай бұрын
If you don't care about acceleration but need the AWD for winter conditions and good gas milage with regular gas, plus Lexus reliability, seems like an ok choice.
@daciai22012 жыл бұрын
Feel nice to see the red car turned turn in snow, round round. Can’t believe it with 4 cylinder engine.
@wompa703 жыл бұрын
Great review as always.
@Veyronp873 жыл бұрын
Lexus as a brand is in desperate need of a refresh. their cars at not competitive right now.
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
Genesis has essentially ended the Lexus brand. Oh well Lexus. You’ll be missed but eventually forgotten 😞😔
@alvinsimba7343 жыл бұрын
@Jean Toronto Raptors right. Toyota/Lexus they know what they doing and then you wonder why they still sell millions of them. Savagegeese explained in detail in one of his reviews that especially with this car brand if they have to tweak something, they don't have to start over unlike some brands as the building block foundation is already there. The main reason I even bought a toyota product in 2020 was due to two factors which people don't pay attention too and those two things are engine reliability that has been proven along with suspension especially the multi link rear suspension over all major competitors.
@kristians27043 жыл бұрын
The ONLY reason why Lexus is still selling so many cars is their reputation for reliability. Other than that there is no inovation and the Germans with Genesis are beating them in every other category like performance, handling, technology, features, interior quality.
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
@@kristians2704 also now even Toyota is beating Lexus at their own game haha. The rav4 prime, Highlander and sienna hybrids, venza Mirai etc
@alvinsimba7343 жыл бұрын
@@kristians2704sure their reputation and the build up quality of lexus is exceptional to say the least. As an owner of toyota products one thing I can tell you about the interior is that they have always been average as they focus more on functionality and they focus more on engine with mechanical aspect on it. The reason they sell millions of them is due to simplicity and also knowing that people will keep the cars for a long time. Myself im in low 30s and as you age priorities shift and in my case I know I will be keeping it for at least a decade while I enjoy life at the same time. I rather have something that will be trouble free and with previous history of owning a 2005 toyota matrix it was a no brainer when I upgraded to another toyota. Rental companies exist when it comes to vacations and thats when I try other car brands there but majority of those brands I use them just for rentals and thats it.
@f1812343 жыл бұрын
Can you do a Elantra N line vs Jetta GLI comparison in the future?
@tupapi69893 жыл бұрын
Very good move on lexus and don't why you . wanna go fast on snow condition. The car is perfect
@ShohruhShamanov3 жыл бұрын
I like Lexus. But this car is complete joke for its price, it should not exist like this... I'd get camry with awd + 4 cylinders or v6, or even avalon. And the performance is way underpowered
@ShohruhShamanov3 жыл бұрын
And there are so many better cars that give so much value for this price
@kromahj3 жыл бұрын
Toyota Camry V6 don't have AWD , only the i4 have AWD.
@andrew23323 жыл бұрын
Lexus should have given it the e-awd, strange that they didn't
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@garren5883 жыл бұрын
I’d rather go with the ES 350, and slap on some good winter tires. This, with that weak ass 4-cylinder is not it. Sounds so economy grade
@preciadoalex1233 жыл бұрын
9 seconds to 60 in a luxury sedan.. weak , I want my v6!
@carycoller31403 жыл бұрын
Thanks to the snow now we know what you'll look like when you turn gray some day 🤣.
@sumatralex2503 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see this car under rating in the snow. The cabin size seems to fit the taste of maintaining comfort ride in wary surroundings.
@8gti93 жыл бұрын
1st comment! It's been long while for the ES model.
@DrSteveIB3 ай бұрын
Uphill in Snow: Great demonstration in the snow, thank you! A true rarity. We live in a hilly neighborhood - one slope is about 50 feet in length at a 7% grade to get up and out of our lakeshore drive access street. Do you think this vehicle would traverse uphill with all season tires reliably with a 6" snowfall (the county plows come well after their coffee time - which is well beyond the time we have to leave for work)?
@davidlusk43503 жыл бұрын
Finally someone tested it out in actual snow. TFL could of but decided to just drive it around their office complex. I'm debating on if its worth the extra cash vs csmry or avalon.
@joemcdonough75093 жыл бұрын
So brand new this costs about $52K. You could buy the flagship 2018 LS500 with the V6 and AWD with only 3,000 miles on it for $55K. That to me, is a much better value.
@jbm0866 Жыл бұрын
50k for an extra loaded Camry with a better looking (subjective) front end and somewhat nicer interior? Thanks but no thanks, lol. Once you're willing to spend that sort of scratch it unlocks some very tasty options in the 3 year just old off lease vehicle world. Very tasty options...none of which is an underpowered Camry masquerading as a Lexus.
@drivescene67473 жыл бұрын
Great car but criminally underpowered
@robertehlers37573 жыл бұрын
The ES350 Ultra Luxury trim level is available with a panoramic moonroof.
@edwardvalivonis233 жыл бұрын
Toyota Camry with the same option will cost you 10K bucks less
@VelocitronVoyager3 жыл бұрын
lmaooo they call it ultra luxury? haha
@IIOctaneII3 жыл бұрын
@@edwardvalivonis23 But the leather seats and interior materials are better along with the mark levinson audio system.
@koolumar101Күн бұрын
I cannot stand camry's and avalon's interior and this is definitely nice! Will be getting on this week!
@insainllama3 жыл бұрын
This is probably the only recent Lexus design that I don’t absolutely despise.
@rrraynoorrr3 жыл бұрын
You despise the design of the LC500?
@YasssStitch3 жыл бұрын
8.6s to 0-60, those are some blistering, serious numbers to be reckoned with. If you're in a 1997 Toyota Previa.
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
The previa I’d argue would be more fun and sound better than the ES AWD. I remember hearing it had a supercharged mid engine layout which I though was very unique
@rwdplz1 Жыл бұрын
Just putting the V6 in this would make a winner. 0-60 in 8.6s for $50k? What a travesty.
@graywind43263 жыл бұрын
Awd on snow is straight line traction only. Be careful.
@thomassimpson72483 жыл бұрын
Yawn, boring! No V6, no turbo, so where’s the sport?
@braetonwilson42963 жыл бұрын
Lexus UX 200 has a 4 cylinder naturally aspirated engine (taken from Corolla) and it has an F Sport edition. F Sport has more to do with looks, handling, and suspension.
@ehut123 жыл бұрын
my 2019 camry V6 has hood struts 🤔
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
My 2020 Camry v6 has them too. The 2021s are different though
@davevolz61383 жыл бұрын
@@naveenthemachine yep. My one yr old Camry already has a/c leak , brake light out. Quality going down, looks like.
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
@@davevolz6138 the brake light bulb is easy to fix But the ac leaking. Ouch. What year is your Camry? Also I think the root of the complaints that Toyota quality is going down is the fault of American quality control. I guarantee the ones made in Japan won’t have these issues
@davevolz61383 жыл бұрын
@@naveenthemachine 2020. Guess i got a lemon
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
@@davevolz6138 😳. That’s just sad. You still have a warranty though right? What I would suggest is take it to an independent mechanic and see if they can find issues. If they give you an honest report, take that to the dealer and show them what they found. They might be able to fix it For reference my 2020 XSE v6 Camry hasn’t had anywhere near those issues. My only thing I’m complaining about is the front air vents feel a tad weak when I don’t use the ac. And although this hasn’t happened to me yet I’m being ultra cautious on the reports of the peeling weather stripping of the pano roof. But other than that no other problems for me
@cyrilthomas97303 жыл бұрын
200 hp... A joke I tell u
@billyalexander73023 жыл бұрын
If they threw in the 2.0t from the nx and still made it awd, I think it would be better. I think they should figure out how to make a v6 awd version though.
@JohnAvantiBK11 ай бұрын
Reason why Lexus didnt use the 3.5V6 is beacuse its going to be droped from production and the 2.5 i4 Turbo will replace the V6. Lexus is working on a Toyota Crown Lexus version in the sedan lineup replacing the GS350 spot.
@Goo225_2 жыл бұрын
Is there a big difference between the 2019 and 2021?? I’ve been looking and they all seem close to the same until you get to the 2022 version.
@yk64743 жыл бұрын
why lexus doesn’t offer V6 AWD? As a luxury car, decent power is a must.
@BrownBoyCanadian2 жыл бұрын
Finally us Acura TSX customer can go for Lexus Yayya 4 cylinder
@wardellward3 жыл бұрын
Its been a long time since lexus brought back the ES 250 AWD
@mo-ld6nf3 жыл бұрын
Dangerously slow and buzzy 4 cylinder engine. What happened to Lexus?
@davevolz61383 жыл бұрын
Same as corolla. Dangerous? I know they drive fast these days so maybe.
@braetonwilson42963 жыл бұрын
@@davevolz6138 Same as a Corolla? You're wrong. 2021 Corolla with the 2 liter engine does 0-60 in 7.9 seconds. That's almost a full second faster than this 2021 Lexus ES 250. Corolla is faster.
@Nestle2453 жыл бұрын
"It's one of the slowest new luxury cars you can buy today." Then to the conclusion 😂
@diamondhobbs68523 жыл бұрын
I love lexus i own a 2002 Lexus GS300 Legendary Z engine
@Joeymast999 ай бұрын
My mom is about to pick up a nice used 2021 one of these. I think it’s a great car but I think it’s a lazy lazy move by Lexus Toyota… they discontinued the GS which was Lexus’s true competitor to an A6, E class and 5 series. They did it because it wasn’t selling enough, not because it was a bad car. They didn’t want to R&D the next gen GS when it was selling low numbers. So they then realized that they no longer had an offering for a mid size all wheel drive car. So rather than developing an ES350 AWD which would be a perfect option in the new sedan fleet, giving Lexus owners an option to buy a powerful midsize sedan. But here, all they did was directly port over the AWD system that they offer in the new Camry 🤦🏽♂️ which for certain consumers, they may not mind the less power and higher fuel economy. However, I still don’t think it’s acceptable to offer a brand new midsize luxury sedan with 204 horsepower… it looks and feels like a Lexus in every way, except when you put your foot down. All in all, a sufficient offering for a middle aged person that wants a comfortable ride to get from A to B, but definitely not a fun drive. As an 8 year owner of an ES 350, I can say that even though that car wasn’t designed for spirited driving either, it’s still more than enough power to have a little fun
@petergazarek42383 жыл бұрын
LEXUS 👌🏻 TOP LUXURY CARS
@daveycody2 жыл бұрын
Dad had a Camry and also Sonata with 4 cyl. They both had enough power. The turbo option is nonsense and you should know better. A naturally aspirated 6cyl hybrid makes sense, however.
@davids18163 жыл бұрын
Not too sound like the opposite of a "get off my lawn" type - which this car surely is meant for, but this car is too damn slow for the price. The AWD should be standard at no increase in price for the V6 - which is already a 50k Camry. I like the styling and the concept - but I find this level of compromise a bit rude.
@Toyota4Life3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful sedan with class leading interior. The addition of AWD makes this a even more solid purchase but definitely needs more power.
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
I think they should have just sourced the v6 torque vectoring AWD combo from the Highlander
@megaxboxx3 жыл бұрын
imagine making AWD such a big deal that you shove a horrendously slow and underpowered engine underneath it to keep your profit margins on your best selling car... very bad move.
@jamaicanlovrboy3 жыл бұрын
Why in the hell does toyota ALWAyS make their customers have to sacrifice something for something......why is it if a customer want an AWD ES, they have to settle for a lackluster 4cyl in their over $45k luxury sedan. Same crap they(toyota) did with the Avalon
@naveenthemachine3 жыл бұрын
They could have used the torque vectoring AWD from the rav4 in the Es. That would be very unique.
@twilliams80413 жыл бұрын
Could get ya to Costco faster!
@marshallkelin17163 жыл бұрын
No Pano sun roof on 250. It is indeed an option on the 350.