Thursday, April 5, 2012

Lexus ES 300h (2013)


CAR GARAGE | Lexus ES 300h (2013) | For the first time, the Lexus ES will be available with Lexus Hybrid Drive. Featuring a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of approximately 40 mpg combined city / highway. The belt less the motor is designed to improve fuel economy and durability, and a near zero evaporation emissions Reduced fuel system helps. The Lexus ES 300h hybrid offers the driver four modes: Normal, Sport, Eco and EV. Sport mode power train increases responsiveness. The ES 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine with Dual VVT-i. Low friction materials efficiency further improve.


The available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) helps detect vehicles in side blind spots. Available Lane Departure Alert (LDA) is integrated with automatic high beam dimming technology. The ES features a segment-leading 10 airbags as standard equipment, driver and front passenger Including and front knee bags of water, as well as front and rear seat-mounted side and curtain airbags. Lexus Safety Connect, Including Enhanced Roadside Assistance, an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), Stolen Vehicle Location services, and Automatic Collision Notification to a Safety information center is standard on the new ES.


A newly sculptured seat enhances driver comfort. Knee room is Increased by 2.8 inches and legroom is Increased by 4.1 inches. Available comfort and convenience features include manual door window shades, a power rear shade, and a one-touch power trunk closer. The new ES will feature enhanced NuLuxe seating surfaces, developed to Reduced environmental impact. Interiors are available in Black, Light Gray, and Parchment.


The new ES features the next-generation Lexus En form  system. The standard Lexus Premium Sound System features eight speakers with Automatic Sound Levelizer, CD player, USB / iPod  connectivity, Bluetooth  receiver and a SiriusXM. An available 15-speaker Mark Levinson ® audio system features an eight-inch display screen, HD Radio ™ with iTunes  Tagging, DVD audio / video receiver and a SiriusXM. The new Lexus ES 350 and ES 300h hybrid combine technology, style and performance to please current ES owners and attract new buyers," said Templin.