What Is the 2025 Lexus ES?
The Lexus ES is a mid-size luxury sedan that coddles you with its quiet cabin and, when equipped with its available V-6, surprisingly quick acceleration. Motivating the base ES 250 is a 203-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder that’s paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and comes standard with all-wheel drive. The optional 302-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 in the ES 350, however, is more in keeping with this sedan’s luxury image and overall refinement. Also available is an ES 300h hybrid variant that delivers 215 hp and an EPA-estimated 44 mpg in combined city-highway driving. ES competitors include the Acura TLX, Audi A6, Cadillac CT5, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Volvo S60.
What’s New on the 2025 Lexus ES?
The ES is essentially carried over for 2025. The only change of note is a new limited-edition Black Line Special Edition Package for the ES 350 F Sport Handling trim. The package adds black mirror housings, lip spoiler and sills, as well as F Sport puddle lamps, a head-up display, a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 360-degree camera system.
What Features in the 2025 Lexus ES Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Amazon Alexa
- Wi-Fi hot spot
- Satellite radio
- Voice recognition
- Faux leather upholstery
- Dual-zone climate control
- Moonroof
- 10-speaker audio system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning
- Lane departure steering assist
- Lane-centering steering
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Available features include:
- 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Head-up instrument display
- Wireless device charging
- 17-speaker Mark Levinson surround-sound stereo
- Navigation
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Hands-free power trunk lid
- Surround-view parking camera
- Ambient lighting
- Power rear sunshade
- Leather upholstery
- Interior wood trim
Should I Buy the 2025 Lexus ES?
The Lexus ES is a smart choice for luxury sedan shoppers who prioritize comfort and quality. While the standard four-cylinder engine keeps the price low (and comes standard with AWD), the available V-6 is simply the better choice. It offers seamless acceleration and operates in near silence. Cabin quality is another aspect of the ES range that deserves high praise; there are soft-touch surfaces and nicely damped controls everywhere you look (and touch). The ES is not, however, a particularly sporty ride, even in its optional F Sport trim. But its overall refinement, ample feature content and strong safety scores make the ES worth a test drive.
