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Note: This performance review was created when the 2014 Lexus ES was new.
Performance: | 7.2 |
Test drivers say that the 2014 Lexus ES 350’s V6 engine is refined and powerful, and that its automatic transmission provides brisk, smooth shifts. Reviewers say the ES 350 offers a comfortable, quiet and pleasant ride. That said, they also point out that the steering has very little feel, and bland handling means that the ES isn’t likely to win the hearts of driving enthusiasts.
The 2014 Lexus ES has a 268-horsepower V6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. The ES gets an EPA-estimated 21/31 mpg city/highway, which is excellent for a V6-powered upscale midsize car.
Reviewers say the V6 engine is refined, sounds great and offers plenty of power for passing on the highway. Most auto writers say that the automatic transmission shifts smoothly, though one points out that it’s less sophisticated than those found in rivals like the Audi A4.
Test drivers say the 2014 Lexus ES is tuned for a comfortable, smooth ride rather than sporty handling. Most reviewers dislike the ES 350’s steering system, which they say feels artificial and numb.
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