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#11 of 2727 ES350 pictures anyone? by asaw Jun 11, 2005 (11:19 pm)
Does anybody have pictures of this soon to be released model?
#12 of 2727 I'd have to agree by callmedrfill Jun 11, 2005 (11:48 pm)
But the ONLY reason it will come out early is to clear the field for the new LS in Fall of 06.        If they came out at the same time, that would cripple the ES, and would not help the LS either, so the release will be early.        I wouldn't wait up for a 300Hp FWD ES, with a 240HP GS above it.        An AWD Hybrid with 300HP for '08-09 is a real possibility.        DrFill Replies to this message: jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 5:07 am) motownusa (Jun 12, 2005 6:35 am) jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 6:53 am)
#13 of 2727 Re: I'd have to agree [callmedrfill] by jchan2 Jun 12, 2005 (5:07 am)
Replying to: callmedrfill (Jun 11, 2005 11:48 pm) I'm guessing the ES330 will get around 240-255 horsepower. Past generations of the ES have never promoted horsepower but instead promoted luxury, a smooth ride, and a very serene driving experience. Replies to this message: motownusa (Jun 12, 2005 6:35 am) jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 6:53 am)
#14 of 2727 Re: I'd have to agree [jchan2] by motownusa Jun 12, 2005 (6:35 am)
Replying to: jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 5:07 am) I doubt the next Lexus will have less than the 280 Hp of the Avalon. The Avalon is also FWD with virtually no torque steer. Remember, the Avalon's 260 lb-ft of torque comes at 4700 rpm. This is a smooth relatively high revving engine that can produce 280+ Hp without losing any quietness or smoothness. The 3.5L V6 is smoother and more refined than the current 3.3L engine. Replies to this message: jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 6:53 am)
#15 of 2727 Re: I'd have to agree [motownusa] by jchan2 Jun 12, 2005 (6:53 am)
Replying to: motownusa (Jun 12, 2005 6:35 am) Does ANYBODY have pictures of this car?
#16 of 2727 pic by coolguyky7 Jun 12, 2005 (7:59 am)
That Japanese MagX website had a shot of the rear end. It has the new Lexus look with the narrow IS style tail lights. It's not on their front page anymore, so I think you might have to have a password to get more info/pics, or at least know Japanese in order to navigate the site to the archives where that one picture might be.
#17 of 2727 I've read many times by alpha01 Jun 12, 2005 (1:03 pm)
that Toyota has trademarked the 'ES350' badge for the Lexus brand, so I think the next ES will most certainly be using that engine.   ~alpha Replies to this message: jchan2 (Jun 12, 2005 1:27 pm)
#18 of 2727 Re: I've read many times [alpha01] by jchan2 Jun 12, 2005 (1:27 pm)
Replying to: alpha01 (Jun 12, 2005 1:03 pm) I think its almost definite. It's just a matter of how much horsepower now...
#19 of 2727 Lexus brand structure by chris65amg Jun 13, 2005 (11:51 am)
The way I see it, Lexus really has two tiers of cars: the ones for those who want a sportier driving experience, and the ones for those who, well, don't!   The ES is postioned so when and if people get more money, they can move up to the similar oh so smooth driving experience of the LS. The same goes for the IS and GS. That way, Lexus can keep more drivers in the Lexus fold. And if these people have families: RX or GX! And if they have children or guests with no legs: SC! And if they want a big ol' SUV, there's always the LX.   I'm sure that the ES will have the same if not more hp ratings as the Avalon. Otherwise, people would just buy the Avalon.
#20 of 2727 Well by jchan2 Jun 14, 2005 (6:54 pm)
The ES and Avalon have a different target audience. The Avalon is a full sized sedan while the ES is a midsize.   Also, the ES has the prestige of the slanted L badge, and the great customer service that goes with it. People are willing to pay a premium for that L badge.   Toyota, on the otherhand, has some dealers that treat customers pretty poorly and the buying process is always as enjoyable as getting a root canal.

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