All-new 2019 Lexus ES to debut at Beijing Motorshow
#901
Lexus Test Driver
I'm so glad you posted this photo compare. One is your usual quick shot with lens distortion while other is tucked up press release image in which they tried to hide the signature ES minimalistic surface blend tall doors with horizon reflection that splits it in half. Those doors are dead give away it's your usual ES no matter how hard they try to disguise it with aggressive front and back pillars. They also nip tucked the actual height of the car stretched the overhangs for better proportions (that's why get that Mazda 6 lean profile vibe in a blue car).
#902
it is the same... just different perspective. Also overhangs are smaller than in previous ES, and wheelbase is larger... all for the rear legroom.
#903
I was just watching an interior video, and it looks like the new ES will have the option of rear seat controls similar to the Luxury Package in the GS and Ultra Luxury in the LS. Surprising that Lexus is trying to move upmarket with the ES!
#904
Lexus Test Driver
Rear-seat controls are likely to be an optional extra rather than part of a package. Being part of a package could increase price point of the package and Toyota wants to keep the Lexus ES priced fairly. Rumor has it they are pricing the 2019 ES under 40K starting.
#905
Intermediate
Rear seat controls have been in the 2009-2015 Maxima if you opted for the Premium Package (priced a tad below $40k). Here is a picture:
Lexus really is late to the party.
Lexus really is late to the party.
#906
Lexus Test Driver
But, if we are talking about the US-Spec Lexus ES, then yes, the US-Spec ES is late to the party. Lexus ES that are sold in other markets have rear-seat controls since 2013. While I do think rear-seat controls are a nice feature to have, I think its more of a show-off feature to tell people you have it. The only way to get the most out of it is - if you drive tons of people all the time.
#907
Intermediate
Lexus specifically isn't late to the party regarding rear-seat controls because other Lexus models have been offering.
But, if we are talking about the US-Spec Lexus ES, then yes, the US-Spec ES is late to the party. Lexus ES that are sold in other markets have rear-seat controls since 2013. While I do think rear-seat controls are a nice feature to have, I think its more of a show-off feature to tell people you have it. The only way to get the most out of it is - if you drive tons of people all the time.
But, if we are talking about the US-Spec Lexus ES, then yes, the US-Spec ES is late to the party. Lexus ES that are sold in other markets have rear-seat controls since 2013. While I do think rear-seat controls are a nice feature to have, I think its more of a show-off feature to tell people you have it. The only way to get the most out of it is - if you drive tons of people all the time.
#908
Lexus Test Driver
The Lexus IS and Lexus UX will probably never get it.
#909
Lexus specifically isn't late to the party regarding rear-seat controls because other Lexus models have been offering.
But, if we are talking about the US-Spec Lexus ES, then yes, the US-Spec ES is late to the party. Lexus ES that are sold in other markets have rear-seat controls since 2013. While I do think rear-seat controls are a nice feature to have, I think its more of a show-off feature to tell people you have it. The only way to get the most out of it is - if you drive tons of people all the time.
But, if we are talking about the US-Spec Lexus ES, then yes, the US-Spec ES is late to the party. Lexus ES that are sold in other markets have rear-seat controls since 2013. While I do think rear-seat controls are a nice feature to have, I think its more of a show-off feature to tell people you have it. The only way to get the most out of it is - if you drive tons of people all the time.
#910
Lexus Champion
If any current Lexus vehicle is missing rear seat controls it's the RX. Even my Highlander has them.
#911
Lexus Test Driver
These are the things that make me believe the rear-seat controls are a nice feature but not a luxury feature.
#912
Lexus Champion
#913
drives cars
Besides, the Stinger seems like a great car anyway.
#914
Lexus Test Driver
Secondly - I understand why you love the Lexus ES. I grew up in a Lexus ES myself. My dad's Lexus ES is comfortable, still running and its perfect. However - I personally don't like the Lexus ES because its just a rebadged Toyota Camry/Avalon.