2018 Lexus ES 350
10-17-17, 06:16 PM
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10-17-17, 07:14 PM
#107
Yes, they've added Noble brown seats with dark mocha wood trim to their palate as well.
10-17-17, 07:19 PM
#108
Lead Lap
10-17-17, 07:19 PM
#109
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10-18-17, 05:33 PM
#110
10-19-17, 01:43 AM
#111
But they completely missed it by pairing those gorgeous seats with that hideous tan interior.
Two thumbs down.
The Noble Brown interior on the GS is gorgeous.
10-27-17, 08:30 PM
#112
After having rented four 2018 Camrys in recent weeks including the V6 as well as a couple prior generation Camry's and a couple 6 generation ES's I feel confident in claiming the 7th generation 2019 ES350 will:
1) Be smoother and quieter riding (less body vibration, less road noise and less engine noise intrusion during acceleration)
2) Have a generally smooth, but slightly less silky shifting 8 speed "direct shift" transmission (as current RX350 8 speed owners know well). This new 8 speed is inherently less silky because the torque converter locks up in the lower gears even during acceleration. So the overall feel is like having a manual transmission car that shifts for itself.
3) Feel less roomy in the front seats because the dash will be closer to the front passenger's body and the center console will be wider and take up more space.
4) Front seat bottoms will still be smallish in size and modestly padded like the current generation ES, hence truly comfortable only for small and thin people.
5) Achieve 2-3 more MPG in part because of the new 8 speed transmission practically eliminates torque converter slippage.
6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.
1) Be smoother and quieter riding (less body vibration, less road noise and less engine noise intrusion during acceleration)
2) Have a generally smooth, but slightly less silky shifting 8 speed "direct shift" transmission (as current RX350 8 speed owners know well). This new 8 speed is inherently less silky because the torque converter locks up in the lower gears even during acceleration. So the overall feel is like having a manual transmission car that shifts for itself.
3) Feel less roomy in the front seats because the dash will be closer to the front passenger's body and the center console will be wider and take up more space.
4) Front seat bottoms will still be smallish in size and modestly padded like the current generation ES, hence truly comfortable only for small and thin people.
5) Achieve 2-3 more MPG in part because of the new 8 speed transmission practically eliminates torque converter slippage.
6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.
10-27-17, 09:12 PM
#113
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After having rented four 2018 Camrys in recent weeks including the V6 as well as a couple prior generation Camry's and a couple 6 generation ES's I feel confident in claiming the 7th generation 2019 ES350 will:
1) Be smoother and quieter riding (less body vibration, less road noise and less engine noise intrusion during acceleration)
2) Have a generally smooth, but slightly less silky shifting 8 speed "direct shift" transmission (as current RX350 8 speed owners know well). This new 8 speed is inherently less silky because the torque converter locks up in the lower gears even during acceleration. So the overall feel is like having a manual transmission car that shifts for itself.
3) Feel less roomy in the front seats because the dash will be closer to the front passenger's body and the center console will be wider and take up more space.
4) Front seat bottoms will still be smallish in size and modestly padded like the current generation ES, hence truly comfortable only for small and thin people.
5) Achieve 2-3 more MPG in part because of the new 8 speed transmission practically eliminates torque converter slippage.
6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.
1) Be smoother and quieter riding (less body vibration, less road noise and less engine noise intrusion during acceleration)
2) Have a generally smooth, but slightly less silky shifting 8 speed "direct shift" transmission (as current RX350 8 speed owners know well). This new 8 speed is inherently less silky because the torque converter locks up in the lower gears even during acceleration. So the overall feel is like having a manual transmission car that shifts for itself.
3) Feel less roomy in the front seats because the dash will be closer to the front passenger's body and the center console will be wider and take up more space.
4) Front seat bottoms will still be smallish in size and modestly padded like the current generation ES, hence truly comfortable only for small and thin people.
5) Achieve 2-3 more MPG in part because of the new 8 speed transmission practically eliminates torque converter slippage.
6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.
10-28-17, 05:55 AM
#115
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6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.[/QUOTE]
Rumors are that the 2019 engine will be 300 HP vs. 268... An appreciable increase.
6) The V6 will be noticably more powerful and responsive compared to the 6th gen ES and very quiet (V8-like) during acceleration.[/QUOTE]
Rumors are that the 2019 engine will be 300 HP vs. 268... An appreciable increase.
10-28-17, 06:37 AM
#116
I have no guesses on the future gen, but I disagree with your opinion with the current gen. I'm 6'4" and over 200lbs. The seats in my ES are the most comfortable of any car I've owned.
10-28-17, 10:35 AM
#117
I'm thin with a small build yet find the seats in my '17 quite uncomfortable. Perhaps I have a bony butt -- but the bottom cushion has a dearth of padding. By contrast, the seats in my former LS430, LS460, LX, and Jeep Grand Cherokee were much more comfortable. In the ES, I need to use an extra seat cushion for road trips.
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