It was in 2009 when Japanese luxury automaker Lexus entered the country with a wide array of luxury vehicles ranging from sedans to SUVs. Since then, Lexus Philippines has been selling vehicles known for luxury and craftsmanship.
Lexus LS
As Lexus Philippines celebrates its 13th year of competing in the local market, the company looks back at some of its accomplishments in 2021. These include the refinements made on its three sedan entries, namely the LS, ES, and IS.
The Lexus LS is the car brand’s flagship sedan model that doesn’t compromise on luxury both inside and out. But for 2021, Lexus Philippines wanted to expand the reach of the PH-spec LS after lowering the price tag for the base variant. This year also saw the debut of the sedan’s refreshed version, featuring a revamped L-shaped daytime running light design, reworked taillights, and updated Lexus Safety System.
Lexus ES
Meanwhile, the Lexus ES midsize sedan received changes in almost every respect. But perhaps the most significant update is found under the hood with the new ES 300h that uses a gasoline engine and electric motor. With its continuous refinements, the ES manages to remain as Lexus Philippines’ best-selling model.
Lastly, the brand’s entry-level sedan, the Lexus IS, was added with a new variant that Lexus Philippines says is ideal for first-time car buyers. The new Lexus IS 300h uses a 2.5-liter engine paired with an electric motor to produce 220 horsepower, resulting in improved fuel efficiency from 10.5 km/l on a non-hybrid variant to 19.2 km/l.
Lexus IS
Lexus Philippines stated that it will continue to innovate its lineup, particularly with hybrid technology. This way, future Lexus models will offer Filipino car buyers improved fuel efficiency, boosted performance, and a luxurious car ownership experience the Japanese marque has been known for.
Keep up with the latest updates in the local market here at Philkotse.com.
Know more about Lexus ES 2024
The Lexus ES is a luxurious series of executive sedans currently presented by the Lexus car brand in its seventh generation. The Japanese company describes it as a vehicle that possesses elegance in motion as it is designed with a coupe-like structure paired with contemporary details. Inside, it boasts a cabin fitted with modern luxuries and top-notch safety features. As of 2021, Lexus Philippines offers the updated ES 300h hybrid and the ES 350 Premier V6.
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Lexus ES Launch
The first-generation Lexus ES was introduced at the North American International Auto Show in 1989. It is built with a 2.5-liter engine with a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission.
Its second generation was revealed in 1991 and offered in three engine choices with two transmission options.
In September 1996, its third generation, the Lexus ES 300 was unveiled at a posh event in Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills. It flaunted a longer body and an adaptive variable suspension was included in the vehicle.
With every generation, the Lexus ES is efficiently evolving to cater to the changing needs of its loyal fans and new followers. On its seventh release held at the 2018 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, the reliable executive sedan shows no signs of stopping.
Fast forward to 2021, Lexus Philippines has brought in the updated ES for the 2022 model year. It now has two variants: the ES 300h, and the ES 350.
Locally, the current version was launched at a private event in Lexus Manila located at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.
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Lexus ES Exterior
The revamped Lexus ES measures 4,975mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,445mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,870mm. As of 2021, the new ES has a sharper pair of headlights, a new set of wheels, plus a new grille insert. It still retains the same silhouette as the previous version.
The revamped Lexus ES measures 4,975mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,445mm tall
Lexus ES Interior
The sophisticated cabin of the Lexus ES is spacious and provides total comfort. Highlights include semi-aniline leather seats with intricate patterns, wooden interior trim, and a three-spoke leather steering wheel with paddle shifters. The top-spec ES 350 also gets 10-way power-adjustable front seats, LED ambient lighting, and a kick-activated power trunk, among others.
For cooling, the ES 350 gets a three-zone automatic air-conditioning system, while the ES 300h has a dual-zone automatic air-conditioning system.
The sophisticated cabin of the Lexus ES is spacious and provides total comfort.
Technology & Safety Features
The Lexus ES 300h is fitted with a 10-inch headunit, while the Lexus ES 350 gets a 12.3-inch touchscreen. For the top-spec model, the said screen is linked to a 17-piece Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound system, while the 10-inch screen is connected to a ten-piece speaker system.
The top-spec ES 350 also has wireless charging, rain-sensing wipers, and ventilation for the front seats.
In terms of safety, the ES 350 gets a whole host of driver-assist features. This includes blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, adaptive high beams, dynamic radar cruise control, and a panoramic view monitor, among others.
Platform & Chassis
The Lexus is a front-engine front-wheel-drive vehicle built with an independent MacPherson Strut suspension with stabilizers on the front and Trailing Wishbone with stabilizer suspension in the rear. Braking power is assisted by an anti-lock braking system, electronic brakeforce distribution, and brake assist.
For the updated version for the 2022 model year, the marque also updated the braking system with a better master cylinder. The rear suspension was also tuned for better responsiveness, and the body of the car was reinforced for more rigidity.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Lexus ES now has two engine options for the Philippine market. On the ES 300h, it uses a 2.5-liter inline-4 gasoline paired with an electric motor. Together, this hybrid mill produces up to 218 horsepower. Power is then sent to the front wheels via an electronic continuously variable transmission (E-CVT).
Meanwhile, the ES 350 uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine with a maximum output of 300 horsepower and 356 Nm of torque. It is also front-wheel-drive, but it uses a direct-shift eight-speed automatic transmission.
Lexus ES 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Lexus ES 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Lexus ES 300h | ₱3,878,000 |
| Lexus ES 300h Luxury | ₱4,258,000 |
| Lexus ES 350 Premier | ₱4,878,000 |
Lexus ES 2024 FAQs
1. How much is the Lexus ES in the Philippines?
In the Philippines, the price of Lexus ES ranges from P3,878,000 to P4,878,000, depending on the variants.
2. Why is the Lexus ES the best?
The Lexus ES is considered one of the best due to its comfortable and luxurious interior, reliability, safety features, and powerful engine.
3. What does the Lexus ES compete with?
The Lexus ES competes with other luxury midsize sedans such as the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6, Acura TLX, and Volvo S90.
4. Is the Lexus ES based on the Camry?
Yes, the Lexus ES is based on the same platform as the Toyota Camry.
5. What is the dimension of the Lexus ES?
The dimensions of the Lexus ES are 4,975mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,445mm high.
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