2009 Lexus ES 350 Consumer Reviews

Great VALUE

Written by: LexMan on 10/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Smooth serene (very minimal wind noise at 70 MPH) luxurious ride on freeways. My previous '93 LS 400 (AIR SUSPENSION) however, was still noticeably smoother on bumpy roads. The Mark Levinson's CLARITY is auditory nirvana. Bluetooth, navigation, parking assists, and backup camera are highly useful features. Glovebox is small; SECRET: there is an elastic strap in its upper right FRONT corner to secure the HUGE owner's manual to the small ledge at the back of the glovebox. Center storage console's capacity is better in the 2010 design. Only serious competitor for IMMEDIATE VALUE is the Hyundai Genesis, but can be jittery over bumpy roads with unknown reliability and likely faster DEPRECIATION.

Favorite Features

Mark Levinson, Bluetooth, Navigation, Rain sensing wipers, Park assist, Backup camera

Suggested Improvements

After less than 3000 miles driving conservatively (ie, COMBINED mileage of 27 MPG), there are a few small rock chips on my front bumper/hood. The paint is SOFTER than my previous LS. Allegedly, Toyota has a new more RESILIENT clearcoat on the new 2010 LS 460. A clear bra may be the solution for now.

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HATE This Car

Written by: Linda on 10/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Am I the only person in the universe who bought a rattletrap? Have taken it back several times but still develops more rattles. I have an 8 year old RX that doesn't have one rattle. Very disappointed.

Favorite Features

None

Suggested Improvements

Build a Lexus the way you used to!!

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Bullet Proof

Written by: buzzy on 10/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This car is unreal, it's my third Es. You can't beat this car for the money, fuel econ. and re-sale... I am getting 23 mpg in the city... with that much hp what a well built car.

Favorite Features

Bluetooth, comfort, gas mileage, lexus customer service

Suggested Improvements

none at this time

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So far I'm enjoying the car

Written by: Patricia on 10/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have never owned a Lexus. Previously we owned a 2001 C320 Mercedes, which I loved. It was just not a reliable vehicle, in the shop for problems at least once a year. After reading reviews about the ES350 we decided to give it a try. So far I'm enjoying the car. The ride is nice, not quite as quiet as the Mercedes, but very nice. Gas mileage is great, 29mpg can't complain about that. GPS is fun, and the bluetooth I like. No complaints so far...

Favorite Features

GPS, air-conditioned seats, bluetooth

Suggested Improvements

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So Far, Excellent

Written by: Mickey on 10/03/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just bought the 09 with Levinson, Nav, and ultra luxury package in the Matador Red. The thing is gorgeous and fun to drive! I traded in an Impala, so this is a whole different ballgame. Got a great deal since the '10s are coming in. Highly recommend getting the Levinson.

Favorite Features

Navigation, Levinson Stereo, Ride. Handles like a dream and is so comfortable. The panoramic roof with the two sunroof option is cool too.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing so far! Well, they did get rid of the tape deck in the '10s so that fixed that minor annoyance...

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Great Value for Luxury

Written by: David on 10/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just got a 09 ES 350, with premium plus package and extras at invoice. Great value compared to G37, Maxima SV, Genesis and CTS. Ride is very comfortable, obviously not sporty, but it's also not "Buickesse" either, unlike some reviews have stated. The engine is very smooth and really moves this vehicle in manual shift.

Favorite Features

Heated/ventilated memory leather seats, bluetooth, wood grain trim, quiet ride.

Suggested Improvements

No Sat radio but available in the 2010.

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Great Car

Written by: MJP58 on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Great mileage- ave 22.9, standard stereo is excellent, very quiet ride, traded in 2005 ES 330 Lexus and the 2009 is ten times the car- excellent quality- worth every penny!!!!

Favorite Features

Stereo and mileage per gallon

Suggested Improvements

More Wood trim on dash

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Great Car Overall!

Written by: Lalev on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is my first Lexus and what a car it is! Love almost everything about it. The acceleration is as smooth as can be and you are pampered in the most sumptuous surroundings when inside. However, one annoying quirk is the fact that the 2009 model is missing a pop- out hanger hook.

Favorite Features

Acceleration, leather feel, display look, the curvy body, parking sensors, backup camera (I don't remember the last time that I turned my head back to see how close the car in back was to my rear bumper... really cool).

Suggested Improvements

Navigation is not as user-friendly as I would have liked. Pop-out hanger hook (it feels like I need to have a second car to pick up my clothes from the cleaners and bring them home in the same condition).

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So far I LOVE everything about it

Written by: luv2drive on 09/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just bought a 2009 ES 350 - got a smoking good deal as the dealers are getting ready for the 2010's and want to move the 2009's out. $200 under invoice on a fully loaded model, premium plus, navigation, etc. I really like all of the features and have not experienced the GPS or Bluetooth probs another reviewer mentioned. Car handles like a dream, smooth, quiet, plenty of power. I drove and researched many other makes and models such as the Infiniti G37, Hyundai Genesis, etc. The ES 350 was the best of the bunch and the best bang for the buck, too. So far, so good.

Favorite Features

air conditioned seats, big glass moonroof, kickin' sound system, navigation that will find nearby restaurants just from a voice command of "find Italian food!"

Suggested Improvements

haven't found anything yet

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Smoother than Silk

Written by: Jurasick on 09/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Lexus ES 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The ride on this baby is super smooth. I went for the front-wheel drive and the fuel economy is a superb 29 on my daily commute. It is whisper quiet but can also pour on the power when needed. The navigation system is good but the GPS could use an update to provide better directions. Speakers are top notch as is the air conditioning.

Favorite Features

Wood interior, seat power adjustments, parking assist and headlights.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the navigation system. Please reduce the price for a full-fledged iPod connection. After market quote for iPod connector is $650 - parts and labor - which is quite a lot. Front wiper has left a fine scratch on my windshield and I wish this could have been avoided.

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