Spotlight

4-way driver and front passenger lumbar support

The front seatbacks feature a design with separate upper and lower sections to provide a continuous flow through to the console and armrest. Integrated lumbar support for the lower back helps reduce fatigue on long drives. Switches control 4-way horizontal and vertical adjustments, enabling the driver and front seat passenger to tailor the optimal position to suit their physiques.

LED ambient illumination

Subtle Lexus hospitality is seen in the elegant and functional design of the instrument panel and its real stitching detail. The use of LED ambient illumination to indirectly light the lower instrument panel and front and rear door trim, creates a feeling at night of being gently enveloped. The brightness can be adjusted to suit your preference.

Brakes

Engineered for excellent braking force, control and response, the brakes provide intuitive response to the driver’s input, feeding driving pleasure by supporting exciting driving with peace of mind. In addition, the ES is equipped with an electric parking brake, further enhancing easy operation and driving enjoyment.

GA-K (Global Architecture-K) platform

Lexus developed a new platform for the ES from scratch to create the foundation for excellence in core criteria, including design, dynamic performance, ride quality, quietness, and safety. For dynamic performance, the location and angle of the steering wheel and pedals were reviewed to create a posture that supports easy driving. To augment the vehicle’s excellent DNA with its a low center of gravity and uniform lateral weight distribution, the geometry of the high-rigidity body and chassis were optimized to deliver excellent straight-line driving stability, stable cornering, and braking stability.

EPS (Electric Power Steering)

The parallel rack electric power steering system provides crisp, clean response as soon as you start turning the steering wheel. A newly-developed steering column offers enhanced rigidity and excellent steering feel.

Rear armrest and multi-operation panel

The rear seats feature a center armrest with convenient cupholders. An integrated control panel lets occupants adjust the audio system, seat recline and other settings, further enhancing passenger pleasure.

Wireless charger

For wireless charging of batteries, simply place Qi-compatible smartphones and electronic devices on the charging tray in the center console box.

Direct Shift-8AT

The newly-developed Direct Shift-8AT delivers both exciting performance with direct response and outstanding fuel efficiency. The 8-speed configuration provides a 20% wider gear ratio, contributing to powerful acceleration and quiet, smooth performance during high-speed cruising, while enabling continuous operation in the engine’s high-efficiency zone to significantly enhance fuel efficiency. In addition, maximizing use of the lock-up control delivers direct response that quickly responds to accelerator operation.

PKSA (Parking Support Alert)

PKSA detects stationary objects such as walls in the direction of travel, as well as vehicles and pedestrians approaching from behind while reversing*2, and alerts the driver on the display and with a buzzer in the event that a collision is determined to be likely.

Blind Spot Monitor System

When the quasi-millimeter-wave radars in the rear bumper detect vehicles in adjacent lanes that aren’t visible in the door mirrors, the system activates an LED warning indicator in the relevant door mirror the moment a vehicle enters this blind spot.

EMV TOUCH DISPLAY/METER/COLOUR HEAD-UP DISPLAY

The EMV (Electro Multi-Vision) enables simple touch operation, with a high-resolution wide screen that is easy-to-read even when the menu and maps are displayed simultaneously. Ergonomics helps refine the display position in front of the driver for easy viewing and operation, optimizing the angle and the position of the unit to minimize intrusion into the driver’s line of sight. The result is an interface that is easy to focus on and enables intuitive fingertip operation, while maintaining forward visibility and a comfortable driving position. The EMV displays incoming calls, audio system and other information, and coordinates display of select information with the multi-information display integrated into the 7-inch colour TFT (Thin Film Transistor) Optitron meter and the large colour head-up display positioned in the driver’s line of sight.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags

The ES features dual-stage SRS airbags (Front seats), SRS knee airbags (Front seats), SRS side airbags (Front and outboard rear seats) and SRS curtain shield airbags (Front and rear seats).

Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System

Adopting a Pure Play layout, 7 Unity speakers with identical performance are arranged along the shoulder line which runs from the instrument panel to the door tops, effectively surrounding the cabin. By placing speakers close to occupants’ ears so there are fewer obstructions, this layout realizes clear sound, even in the rear seats. The rich, powerful low-frequency sounds from the woofers combine with advanced sound technology to provide a crisp audio experience that envelops passengers.

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