The Lexus ES250 has been one of the most desired luxury sedans for executives since 1989 due to its superior craftsmanship, comfort and refinement. Recently, Lexus has released the latest series of the flagship model with a latest-generation boasting greater comfort, performance and elegant appearance.
There are two models in Lexus ES 250 line-up — Lexus ES 250 Premium and Lexus ES 250 Luxury. Aside from these two models, Lexus decided to bring a difference in the 2021 ES 250 line-up by featuring a new F Sport model. The new ES 250 F Sport features a distinctive style and impeccable finishing — offering discerning motorists an added edge and uniqueness on the road.
Exterior and Interior Features
The new ES 250 features all the iconic qualities of the previous ES 250 model but with additional sportier and more striking elements to the line-up. The enhancement ES 250 includes the imposing spindle grille with fewer vertical bars and L-shaped patterns that emphasise lateral flow. However, the F Sport model has a mesh pattern composed of interlocking L elements with a dark metallic finish. The cut-outs at either side of the front fascia also sport the same black mesh. However, its openings are wider than the Premium and Luxury versions.
Aside from that, to complement the new grille, the headlamps also get a restyling by featuring the Bi-LED Projector units with a new inner bezel design for Lexus ES 250 premium, while the ultra-compact three-beam LED projector headlamps of the Lexus ES 250 Luxury and F Sport also have been redesigned with a dark grey metallic finish. Other exclusive exterior fittings include a rear spoiler and a set of 19-inch alloy wheels in a Dark Premium Metallic finish.
As for the interior, ES 250 has offered a variety of colours for the customer. The ES 250 Premium and ES 250 Luxury offers three interior colour themes to the vehicle by offering black upholstery with Walnut Black or a hazel upholstery with Walnut Brown trim and mauve upholstery with Walnut black trim. As for the F sport model it offers the flare red upholstery with aluminium trim or an all-black option to fit the sporty look.
In addition, Lexus has designed an improved cockpit with a new multimedia display that increased operability. The full-colour 12.3-inch touchscreen (8 inches in the Lexus ES 250 Premium) has been repositioned 112mm closer to the occupants and turned 5 degrees towards the driver. In addition to a wireless charging tray, all ports have been upgraded to the USB Type-C connector to keep up with the current technology. The Nanoe-X negative ion generator is now standard on all new models, and it helps to purify and improve the quality of the cabin air.
Improvements in Engine
Under the hood lies the 2.5-litre DOHC A25A-FKS petrol engine with features such as multi-hole direct injectors, a continuously variable-capacity, a variable cooling system and VVT-iE on the intake valves. The long-stroke engine is engineered to deliver effortless acceleration with impressive efficiency taking the car up to a maximum speed of 210km/h after sprinting from zero to 100 in 9.1 seconds. Plus, overall engine noise has been reduced with the silencers in the intake system.
Improvements in Lexus Safety System
Lexus’s dedication to safety is prominent in this line, as they remained the Lexus Safety System+ to be standard. The LSS+ includes the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), with Stop&Go Function; Lane Keeping Assist; Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) and Lane Departure Alert (LDA); as well as Adaptive High-beam System (AHS).
For the latest updated model, the Pre-Collision System (PCS) has been enhanced with daytime bicyclist detection and Pedestrian identification in low-light situations. Aside from that, the Adaptive High-Beam (AHS) is now more advanced with BladeScan technology, which intelligently broadens the range of illumination without hindering oncoming or preceding vehicles.
Conclusion
As a result, Lexus continues to push the boundaries of automotive technology in the ES 250 series to provide customers with the highest levels of safety, performance, and comfort in all of its vehicles. The range of this executive sedan begins with the Lexus ES 250 Premium which is priced at RM 295,663.50 while the new Lexus ES 250 Luxury is priced at RM 329,910.50. For added distinction, the new F SPORT variant starts at RM 345,134.00. For more information visit Lexus website.
