2019 Lexus ES Spied

[supra93]

https://www.motor1.com/news/175659/2...spied-testing/

The Lexus ES is a survivor. Slotted in between the sporty GS and the more luxurious LS, the ES sedan has been on the market since 1989, spanning six generations, including a refresh as recently as 2015. In keeping with the times, Lexus plans to roll out an all-new version for the 2019 model year. Spy photos show the luxury sedan hitting the desert with some of its closest competitors.

This is just the second time the new ES has been photographed, though we can’t see much under all that camouflage. What's immediately clear is that the Lexus ES is all new. Reportedly taking the place of the smaller GS, the ES will shrink significantly, including a sharper roofline, and a more athletic profile. It looks relatively svelte against rivals like the Mercedes E-Class and Audi A6, and borrows some cues from the more athletic IS.

The new Lexus ES will ride on Toyota's New Global Architecture (TNGA) – the same platform that underpins the Prius – but will continue to use the same V6 and hybrid powertrain setup. The 3.5-liter V6 found in the current ES produces 268 horsepower (213 kilowatts) and 248 pound-feet (336 Newton-meters) of torque. Front-wheel drive will come standard, while an all-wheel-drive version is highly likely.

Nobody knows exactly when the new ES will show up, but reports suggest that it could make its debut next year at the New York Auto Show. The new and improved ES will join the larger LS, which made its debut earlier in the year in Detroit, as well as a small UX crossover, which we saw make its concept debut in 2016.

[Fundguy1]

Bore ring.

[larryn]

Camry with wood and leather. Yawn.

[supra93]

Originally Posted by larryn

Avalon with wood and leather. Yawn.

Fixed

[ShocknAwe]

Oh goodie, another land yacht.

[davis449]

And the only FWD Lexus car.

[supra93]

I believe its been rumored that this new gen will get an AWD option with the F-Sport trim.

[Red Bread]

Originally Posted by davis449

And the only FWD Lexus car.

Are we calling the RX and NX SUVs? They killed off the little hatchback, so I suppose you're right.

[Sedoy]

I'm glad they are sticking to good old reliable NA 3.5L V6 instead if 2.0L Turbo like everybody else doing. And don't bash FWD, in 20 years most BMWs will be probably FWD M-badge electric cars (considering the way things are going now).

[alex2364]

Is it moving up market to compete with the E-Class and A6? What's going to happen to the GS?

[supra93]

Originally Posted by alex2364

Is it moving up market to compete with the E-Class and A6? What's going to happen to the GS?

I'm not sure, but the GS' cousin the Crown has been spotted testing.

http://www.carscoops.com/2017/06/is-...bably-yes.html

[MSups6]

Es is the segments sales leader, its not like they are gonna beat the M5 or E Amg in performance and Vroom.

So no point for the GS to exist really, ES GS who cares the people buying don't care about driving dynamics. Great if they are there but clearly sales have show the sad truth.

Caddilac xts is out selling the CTS and maintaining a far lower sales drop year to year.


Truth is the majority of people prefer to drive their sofa to work.

[davis449]

Originally Posted by Red Bread

Are we calling the RX and NX SUVs? They killed off the little hatchback, so I suppose you're right.

Yes, or call them crossovers...whatever.

[supra93]

There is change on the horizon for the Lexus range. Buyers are flocking to SUV’s and two of their mid-size luxury saloons are fighting against each other in the showroom. Unfortunately for RWD fans, the sportier GS is getting trounced in sales by the front wheel drive ES.

As a result, the GS is poised to meet the chopping block, with the ES taking over as the luxury automaker’s sole mid-size sedan. So what will the next-generation ES look like? Let’s investigate further.

L-finesse Styling

The outgoing ES was never really much of a looker; its general appearance is rather subdued in comparison to other models in the Lexus lineup - or perhaps that’s why it sells so well?

2019 sharpens the pencil, with sleeker lines, aggressive grilles and better proportions. Headlights have interesting jagged outlines, whilst the grille will be offered in waterfall or mesh patterns for sporting versions. Thick chrome makes the belt-line stand out near the c-pillar and sleek, horizontal taillights finish off the rear.

Under The Skin With TNGA

No, TNGA is not some miss-abbreviated Mexican dish; it’s Toyota’s new global architecture that underpins almost everything from C-HR, Prius, Camry, plus upcoming Avalon and Corolla models - just to name a few.

For the ES, this means it’ll share the same platform that sits beneath the upcoming Avalon, something that bodes well with significant strides in rear occupant space, dynamic prowess, ride quality and safety.

Familiar Powertrains

The 3.5-liter V-6 is expected to continue as an entry point into the ES range, with 300hp mated to an eight-speed automatic. Power will still be fed to the front wheels; although with the GS said to disappear, an AWD option should appease those who’ll miss the latter’s RWD setup.

Hybrid fans will also be pleased that the petrol-electric powertrain will make a return, most likely with the same output and fuel economy range specs as the 2018 Camry.

Luxury Rivals:

The 2019 ES will be the freshest kid on the block until the next-generation Audi A6 makes an appearance. Until then its sleek new attire may just win over some buyers cross-shopping between Volvo S90, BMW 5-Series, Lincoln Continental, Jaguar XF and Mercedes-Benz E Class.

An official launch date is still up for speculation, but don't be surprised if it makes a debut next year, possibly at the New York Motor Show.

Lastly, what luxury sedan would you choose? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

http://www.carscoops.com/2017/09/fut...ks-its-gs.html

[MSups6]

carscoops chop looks surprisingly good.

An awd Es-f could be interesting.

[geogerf]

The latest version of a mom car.

[NickyC]

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[MSups6]

Originally Posted by geogerf

The latest version of a mom car.

More like the an elder gents.

3 series is the ultimate mom car from who i see driving them.

[mkoesel]

Originally Posted by MSups6

An awd Es-f could be interesting.

In sort of the same way the 400hp AWD Lincoln MKZ is interesting today, yes.

Which is to say, it’s better (at least on paper) than most luxo-cruisers, but for the enthusiast, most of us would size down and get an RS3 with the same power for the same money, with much higher performance and fun factor.

[///M Ryder]

More garbage from Lexus.......snore fest for sure........Phil