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Lexus ES: Exterior General Information

We cover the exterior specs for the Lexus ES as well as some available options when purchasing one.

By Cynthia Griffith - December 26, 2014
Contributors: Motor Trend, AsianGirl007, GS69

This article applies to the Lexus ES (2005-2013).

When purchasing a new car, which ranks in the top three most important purchases for the majority of consumers, there are many aspects of a vehicle that deserve time and attention. It might be difficult to find a starting point to begin your basic vehicle research. An expression that could help you cover all the necessary bases is the simple phrase, "Start at the very beginning." For a Lexus, the very beginning alludes to the first thing you see when you pull into the sales lot: the exterior. Here's an in-depth look at the many facets of the Lexus ES' exterior.

ES 350 Exterior Specs

Base Sedan Specifications

External Dimensions (inches)Lighting FixturesOther Exterior Elements
  • Length: 192.7
  • Width: 71.7
  • Height: 57.1
  • Front Track: 62.6
  • Rear Track: 62
  • Wheel Base: 111
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Bi-Xenon Headlights with Projector Beam Lenses
  • Intermittent Windshield Wipers
  • Tinted Glass
  • Mica Paint
  • Electric Sunroof (Constructed out of glass)

The Lexus ES is a visually captivating sedan weighing in at 3,549 lbs.

Figure 1. 2013 Lexus ES.

Color

Pre-picking your palette could make a huge difference in your purchasing experience. The brand new Lexus ES is available in an amazing variety of shades ranging from a deep black onyx to a crisp, crystal white. Exterior shades include:

Exterior Color Options
  • Moon Shell Mica
  • Crystal White
  • Golden Almond Metallic
  • Black Onyx
  • Smoky Granite Mica
  • Tungsten Pearl
  • Amber Pearl
  • Blue Onyx Pearl
  • Aquamarine Pearl
  • Royal Ruby Metallic
  • Figure 2. Lexus ES 350 in Blue Onyx Pearl.
  • Figure 3. Lexus ES 350 in Amber Pearl.
  • Figure 4. Lexus ES 350 in Crystal White.

Construction

The Lexus ES exterior consists of a welded steel unibody capable of carrying 15.2 cubic feet of cargo and/or five passengers in total. This vehicle comes standard with built-in UV reduction glass. The option to add additional glass enclosures is available for drivers who wish to upgrade to the panorama glass roof. Premium finishes and interior/exterior add-ons are available in Ultra Luxury and Personalized Luxury packages. Auto Trader described the 2014 Lexus ES exterior as aggressive; Lexus enthusiasts have labeled it the "baby LS". Sporting approximately 41.9 inches of legroom, this family friendly luxury sedan features a great deal of space for a fraction of the price of its adult counterpart (the LS). One of the most exciting features of the Lexus ES exterior is the driver's ability to customize so many aspects of the framework, all the way down to the wheels. Now that you've reviewed the exterior options, check out the equally intricate interior which features a premium 15-speaker surround sound system and a multitude of colors to match your exterior shade of choice.

Figure 5. Lexus ES 350 with panorama roof.

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