LexBob2

Actually, both C&D and MT, in the link shown above, show the ES (272hp & 6sp auto) @ 6.2. C&D in a recent comparison test showed the G35 (306hp & 6sp manual) @ 5.5. I would guess the G's auto would be in the high 5's. Sounds about right.

mixonchik

try to find G35 auto on Mtrend and CD... i dont think g35x 2003 goes below 6.2-3 or so...

anyone raced maxima or altima yet? what about 530? I am the only guy who races his es?

mixonchik

are you guys serious?

vraa

iTrader: (2)

Um, have you taked a look at the Lexus audience? It's supposed to be disconnected. It gives it smoothness.

RXSF

theres a simple solution. Press down fully .5 seconds before the "GO"

Jonathann

Since I had the transmission replaced, it takes about 9 seconds to go from 0-60. Give or take .5
Lucky me!

LexBob2

Wow! Are you kidding? That's a 30%-40%, or so, acceleration loss. What's the deal?

Jonathann

I wish I could say I was kidding. Unfortunately I am not. I'm so sick of wasting time with the dealership that I haven't even mentioned it. The car is now extremely sluggish between 3rd and 4th gear, and thats what slows it down. I did inform the customer service supervisor that called from corporate today. Just waiting for a response on a buyback or replacement. I'm not holding my breath though.

15951

Jonathann, go out and take a look at your car immediately!

I think they gave you a Hyundai loaner, and you forgot to return it.

tC350

did anyone see where road and track got an IS350 to do 4.9 0-60........I thought that was rediculous!

Q_Lexie

ES 350 is a surprisingly powerful car. I was impressed when I merged onto a freeway in this car several months ago. Wow. I'm sure the car would have taken off if I kept going. I was also surprised how the RPM wasn't even at 3000 when the speed was nearing 100 mph.

carbuff

Yes, 0-60 time is really important in stop-n-go city driving? And, of course, it also really matters on freeway or highway driving?

If a visceral thrill is wanted when one starts from a standing stop to full speed in 1/4 mile then look elsewhere from Lexus.

Lexus buyers want comfort, luxury, style and the kind of acceleration to safely move one past slower automobiles and trucks. This, the Lexus does best.

Want thrilling starting speed, buy a Porsche or a Corvette.

Lexmex

Take it to the track and find out the real 1/4 mile time.

Yiujai86

don't forget to unload the full size spare and keep you gas tank near empty

toneman

Also bleed a few psi out of your tires so that you can get better traction on launch...or at least that is what I read somewhere.