2012 Lexus ES350 Base Sedan 4-Door 3.5L

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe front-wheel-drive 2012 Lexus ES 350 is an excellent entry in the luxury mid-size segment. It takes a proven powertrain from parent company Toyota and adds a healthy lineup of luxury equipment to present a very comfortable and understated package. A 3. 5L V6 with dual variable valve timing powers the ES 350. helping it put out 272 hp through a 6-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission. the only powertrain available. Lexus claims a 0 to 60 mph time of 6. 8 seconds with EPA fuel economy rated at 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. The ES rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and is also a nimble handler thanks to a fully independent suspension and speed-sensing. progressive power steering. Inside is where the ES really shines however. Standard luxury features include dual-zone automatic climate control. Lexus Memory to control the driver's seat. sideview mirrors and steering wheel. a supple leather interior with brown walnut or bird's eye maple accents. The ES also features loads of standard technology goodies. like Bluetooth hands-free connectivity and an 8-speaker sound system with in-dash. 6-disc CD stereo. Standalone options on the ES include HID adaptive headlamps and a pre-collision system with dynamic radar cruise control. Popular options packages include a $4. 65 Navigation/Mark Levinson Package that boasts a voice-activated hard-disk navigation system. color LCD display with backup camera. Bluetooth and a 14-speaker. 300-watt premium surround sound audio system with an in-dash CD/DVD auto changer. The Ultra-Luxury Package adds perforated semi-aniline leather. special wood inlays. heated and ventilated front seats and a panorama glass roof. The ES 350 excels in the safety department. with stability and traction control. anti-lock braking with brake assist and electronic brake force distribution. rain-sensing windshield wipers and a bevy of airbags for both front and rear passengers.