Category: Lexus

With its dynamic handling, bold new design and superior craftsmanship, the 2013 LS flagship models hail the future of the Lexus brand as it embarks on its third decade in the premium luxury category.

Overview

While retaining many of the qualities that have defined Lexus for more than 20 years, the LS reaches new heights with an exciting blend of beautiful design, modern refinement and advanced technology.

The 2013 LS line-up includes the LS 460, LS 460L, LS 600hL hybrid, and the first-ever LS 460 F SPORT. LS 460 and LS 460L are available in RWD and AWD. The LS Hybrid is available with a full-time AWD system.

The all-new LS 460 F SPORT combines a more aggressive exterior with a unique sport interior featuring F SPORT seats with larger bolsters, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters and genuine aluminum trim. With a sport tuned air suspension that has been lowered 0.4 inches, a Torsen® limited slip rear differential (RWD model), Brembo six-piston caliper brakes, and 19” forged wheels with summer or all-season tires, the LS F SPORT promises to be the most engaging LS ever.

The entire 2013 LS lineup is refined with dynamic, fresh styling that reflects the bold new face of Lexus. The aggressive spindle grille gives the new LS a greater road presence and stronger brand identity while heralding a significant improvement in driving dynamics, responsiveness and handling.

Increased body rigidity enhances stability, and allows for a more comfortable ride. Pitch and bounce control has been enhanced by adopting new frequency dependent shock absorbers, resulting in an even flatter, road-hugging ride. Revised steering offers improvements in accuracy and turn-in response. The braking system has been adjusted for more immediate power and greater pedal feel.

Available safety enhancements include the industry’s most advanced Pre-Collision Safety (A-PCS) system with Collision Avoidance Assist. This system is designed to assist the driver in avoiding or mitigating collisions with vehicles and pedestrians under a wide range of city and highway speeds. At speeds lower than 24 miles per hour, this technology helps the LS to avoid accidents by automatically bringing the LS to a full stop.

The driver-focused interior integrates modern refinement with intuitive technology. The Advanced Illumination System (AIS), an all-LED interior lighting system, illuminates to greet the approaching occupants and then fades in sequence with the vehicle starting procedure.

The new, available Lexus Climate Concierge offers maximum comfort for every LS occupant. The customizable system uses multiple sensors to automatically regulate not only the temperature of the cabin, but also the climate control seats and the heated steering wheel, quickly bringing each occupant to their preferred temperature.

The standard navigation system is displayed on a 12.3-inch, split-screen, high-resolution multi-media display which is large enough to support simultaneous viewing of a large map display and other vehicle functions.

A next-generation Remote Touch, with one-push confirmation, is standard on all models and enables smooth, intuitive control of many vehicle systems. The Remote Touch allows the user to operate the climate, audio, phone controls, navigation system and more. The screen menus are selected with a controller conveniently located within easy reach on the center console. A number of well-placed buttons on the steering wheel and instrument panel enable the direct control of frequently used functions (e.g. temperature setting, fan speed, preset audio stations, etc.)

Lexus Enform® with App Suite leverages the customers’ mobile phone technology to provide a new level of connectivity and information management. Users can conduct local searches through Bing™, utilize voice-enabled apps to make restaurant reservations through OpenTable®, get movie tickets via MovieTickets.com, tap into internet radio, including Pandora® or iHeartRadio, search business reviews on Yelp and check in on Facebook places. A one-year trial subscription is included for the App Suite.

Cnet.com writes, “With this generation of Lexus, the automaker has managed to inject the LS with quite a bit of style and technology, which adds quite a bit to this model’s (and this brand’s) desirability.” Furthermore, Time listed the Lexus LS 460 as one of the “Top New Cars of 2013.” Check out Lexus flagship’s revolutionary, bold-defining new design at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine.

Interior

This is a sampling of some of the interior features you’ll find in the 2013 Lexus LS.

Interior colors: Colors vary based on trim. Available interior colors include Parchment Leather, Light Gray Leather, Flaxen Leather, Black Leather, Black / Saddle Tan Leather, Black with White Perforations.

Interior trim: Trim availability depends on model and options. Available trims include Dark Brown Walnut, Matte Bamboo, Shimamoku Espresso Wood, Matte Dark Brown Ash Burl, Genuine Aluminum.

Seating: Rear seats include four-zone climate control, power-adjustable outboard seats, power rear and rear-door sunshades, and wood-trimmed climate and audio controls.

Navigation system: The voice-activated Navigation System — recognizes over 100 voice commands — uses a hard drive to store maps and data. On its high-resolution 12.3-inch color display, the system can map over 8 million points of interest and display information in French and Spanish

Lexus Enform and Safety Connect: The available Lexus Enform and Safety Connect provide live, 24-hour navigation assistance that can be requested at the press of a button. With the new App Suite, you can make dinner reservations and order movie tickets from within the 2013 Lexus LS. The LS includes a one-year trial subscription of Lexus Enform App Suite with Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places.

Bluetooth: With a Bluetooth-compatible phone, you can access your address book contacts on the Navigation System display or by voice command.

Multimedia: Multimedia includes the Navigation System with a Remote Touch device, 12.3-inch multimedia center-console display with integrated backup camera and Enhanced Bluetooth technology. The sound system is a Lexus 10-speaker Premium Sound System with Digital Sound Processor, Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL), HD Radio with iTunes tagging and DVD/CD player. SiriusXM Satellite Radio is available with a subscription. A 90-day trial subscription is included. The available 19-speaker 450-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System rivals the finest concert halls.

Exterior

This is sampling of some of the exterior features you’ll find in the 2013 Lexus LS.

Exterior colors: These are some of the colors available as they vary based on trims. Starfire Pearl, Liquid Platinum, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Matador Red Mica, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Fire Agate Pearl, Deep Sea Mica, Ultra White.

High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps: High and low beams use HID technology lamps, standard in Lexus LS, to help the driver with perception, clarity and contrast when driving at night.

Adaptive Front Lighting System: Adaptive Front Lighting System turns the headlights in the direction you’re steering.

Acoustic glass windshield: The windshield isn’t just a window. It also contributes to providing the quiet ride, even at highway speeds.

Wheels: The Lexus LS has 18-inch cast alloy wheels precisely offset to fit flash with the flared fenders. 19-inch allow wheels are available. The 19-inch split 10-spoke forged wheel is standard in the LF SPORT.

Spindle grill: This styling presents a more aerodynamic, functional and distinctive look for the new Lexus LS.

Safety

This is sampling of some of the safety features in the 2013 Lexus LS.

LED Lamps: The new LS is the first Lexus to offer energy-efficient LEDs for all exterior lamps, including available headlamps, foglamps, rear combination lamps, and the puddle lamps under the side mirrors. They light up faster than conventional bulbs, making it easier for others to see your car when you hit the brakes.

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD): This computer-controlled system adapts the amount of pressure to the brakes to help enhance control during braking.

Smart Stop Technology: Smart Stop Technology automatically reduces engine power when the brake pedal is firmly applied, even if the accelerator pedal is fully pressed.

Intuitive Park Assist: For help with parking tasks like parallel parking, this uses sensors to detect surrounding objects and alert the driver of a detect object’s location and proximity.

Vehicle Stability Control: Detects sideslip of the wheels during cornering, and helps to control it using engine power modulation and selective application of individual brakes. It works with anti-lock braking and traction control to help improve driver control under certain conditions.

Brake Assist: Brake Assist senses a panic-stop scenario by analyzing how quickly and forcefully the driver hits the brake pedal. It automatically applies increased braking boost until the driver releases pedal pressure.

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: When you’re backing out of a parking spot, the available Rear Cross-Traffic Alert notifies you of approaching vehicles that might be out of camera view.

Performance

2013 Lexus LS 460. The direct-injected 4.6-liter, 386-hp ULEV II V8 engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This produces low emissions and Lexus-renowned smooth and quiet ride. The rear-wheel-drive model gets 367 lb-ft of torque @ 4,100.

2013 Lexus LS F SPORT. The direct-injected 4.6-liter, 386-hp V8 engine pairs with an eight-speed sequential-shift automatic and Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECT-i). It also includes paddle shifters and downshift rev-matching for more precise shifting. The F SPORT features Brembo Front Brakes clamped down by six-piston front calipers.

On rear-wheel drive models, the F SPORT’s torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential distributes power to the right and left wheels to help improve traction and stability in corners without interrupting power output. The rear-wheel-drive F SPORT gets 367 lb-ft of torque @ 4,100.

2013 Lexus LS 600h Hybrid. The 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine is mated to hybrid technology to generate a total of 438 hp. The hybrid transmission is an Electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) with two-speed reduction and Snow mode. Fuel economy is 19 mpg city, 23 mpg highway and 20 mpg combined.

2013 Lexus ES 350

The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

Overview

Not only does the completely redesigned 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093. View Park Place Inventory.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. And the redesigned interior of the 2013 Lexus ES 350 gains a whopping four inches of legroom over previous models. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 into the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and an 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers.

Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof. “And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

Technology is plentiful with the available Lexus Enform and Safety Connect. The two together provide the convenience of live, 24-hour navigation assistance and the capability to request emergency services with one button press. Connect your compatible smartphone and you have instant access to search, Facebook places, a wealth of resources for entertainment ideas and even making dinner reservations.

The redesigned ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine.

 

Interior

2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite. The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating. Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system. A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

 

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in developing the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess. No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera. Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera. Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

 

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on Keeping you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System. The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert. This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect: In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System: To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

 

Performance

3.5-liter V6 Engine: The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission. Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system. New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select. Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

2013 Lexus ES 300h hybrid. You can get everything you love about the Lexus ES including the plentiful space and legroom plus the advantages of a hybrid that gets 40 mpg city and 39 mpg highway. For emission rating, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is a certified super ultra-low emission vehicle (SULEV). The hybrid has a 200 total system horsepower and runs on an efficient 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine.

2013 Lexus ES 350

The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

 

Overview

Not only does the completely redesigned 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093. View Park Place Inventory.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. And the redesigned interior of the 2013 Lexus ES 350 gains a whopping four inches of legroom over previous models. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 into the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and an 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers.

Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof. “And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

Technology is plentiful with the available Lexus Enform and Safety Connect. The two together provide the convenience of live, 24-hour navigation assistance and the capability to request emergency services with one button press. Connect your compatible smartphone and you have instant access to search, Facebook places, a wealth of resources for entertainment ideas and even making dinner reservations.

The redesigned ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine.

 

Interior

2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite: The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating: Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system: A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

 

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in developing the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess: No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera: Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera. Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps: For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

 

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on Keeping you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System: The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert: This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps: The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect: In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System: To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

 

Performance

3.5-liter V6 Engine: The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission: Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system: New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select: Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

2013 Lexus ES 300h hybrid: You can get everything you love about the Lexus ES including the plentiful space and legroom plus the advantages of a hybrid that gets 40 mpg city and 39 mpg highway. For emission rating, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is a certified super ultra-low emission vehicle (SULEV). The hybrid has a 200 total system horsepower and runs on an efficient 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine.

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The new Lexus ES 350 mid-size sedan defies expectations with its stirring performance and a body that makes an indelible impression wherever it rolls.

Not only does the 2013 Lexus ES 350 leave behind an unforgettable impression everywhere it travels, but it also renders its drivers and passengers speechless with its quiet velvety ride and luxurious amenities. This popular Lexus vehicle is for sale at two dealerships serving Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas: Park Place Lexus Grapevine at 901 E State Highway 114 Grapevine, TX 76051, or Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093.

Equipped with a 268-horsepower V6 engine, the ES 350 gets right to work on the highways and city streets responding to the driver’s cues with precision like a symphony follows its conductor. Its unyielding body and new independent suspension perform in harmony to grip the road for added control and meticulous handling.

“The 2013 Lexus ES 350 delivers a refined and serene driving experience that’s bolstered by a V6 engine that’s smooth and sufficiently powerful,” writes Edmunds in its review. “At highway speeds, the cabin remains remarkably silent, mostly devoid of wind, road or engine noise. Bumps and ruts in the road are now better absorbed than before, with barely a hint of their presence reaching the passengers.”

One of the hallmarks of a Lexus is the generous head and legroom in the rear seats of its vehicles. A rear seat haven awaits passengers in the 2013 Lexus ES 350 with its spacious legroom from the new longer platform and sleeker front seatback design.

You can turn the new Lexus ES 350 the ultimate retreat with the many available amenities. Your choices include heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, 10-way power front seats, Navigation System with access to mobile apps, and 835-watt Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System with 15 speakers. Or, you can opt for the aptly-named Ultra Luxury Package featuring soft, semi-aniline leather, hand-selected wood trim, power rear sunshade, rear-side-window-shades and a panoramic glass roof.

“And it’s here where the ES 350 really shines, becoming a virtually transparent conveyance, shielding its occupants from the outside world behind acoustically insulated glass,” Car and Driver writes in its 2013 ES 250 review.

The ES 350 is thoroughly modern with its sharp spindle grille and glossy lines creating a sensational presence. Add to that a longer wheelbase and a more spacious interior with mobile connectivity that blends right ensuring ease of use without interfering with safety. See the new face of progress at Park Place Lexus Plano or Park Place Lexus Grapevine serving Dallas / Fort Worth.

Interior

2013 Lexus ES 350 interior colors: Parchment NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Black NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple, Light Gray NuLuxe Espresso Bird’s Eye Maple.

Lexus Enform App Suite. The available app suite gives you in-vehicle access to your favorite mobile apps on your compatible smartphone. Enform lets you to connect to Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places. The suite will add new apps as they become available thanks to wireless updates. Learn more at www.lexus.com/ES/enform.

Driver seating. Settle into the bolstered, 10-way power driver’s seat, grab the steering wheel inspired by the Lexus LFA sports car, place your feet on the pedals and you’ll sense that all three aspects were designed in tandem for optimal driver engagement and comfort. The available memory recalls up to three personalized driving positions including seat, steering wheel and outer mirror positions at the touch of a button.

Audio system. A USB jack located in the center console gives you complete control of your iPod and charges the device as you drive. Lexus Bluetooth audio technology gives you wireless control of your compatible player’s entire music library and the ability to wirelessly stream audio from websites.

Exterior

2013 Lexus ES 350 exterior colors: Cerulean Blue Metallic, Deep Sea Mica, Fire Agate Pearl, Matador Red Mica, Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian, Satin Cashmere Metallic, Silver Lining Metallic, Starfire Pearl.

Body design. Lexus engineers tested more than 30 digital models and multiple prototypes in devleoping the upper body of the 2013 Lexus ES 350. By pairing new reinforcements with additional bracing in other areas, stability and handling are enhanced and the roof structure is strong enough to withstand an impact load more than three times its own weight.

SmartAccess. No need to remove the key from your pocket or purse. SmartAccess can sense your approach, illuminating exterior puddle lamps and interior lighting. You can unlock the doors and trunk with one touch. And, with the available remote keyless entry-linked memory system, the ES can detect which of the two supplied keys is present and recall the seat, side mirror and steering wheel positions to that driver’s preprogrammed preferences.

Backup camera. Backing in and out of tight spaces becomes easier with the available backup camera.  Shift the new Lexus ES 350 in reverse, and the view from a small camera located above the rear license plate appears in full color on the multimedia display. To assist with parking, the display also shows guides indicating the vehicle’s width and orientation.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. For added visibility for drivers including those in nearby cars, available intelligent high-beam headlamps offer increased illumination when the road ahead is clear and temporarily switch to low-beam when they sense another vehicle ahead.

Safety

Of all the areas worthy of focus on the 2013 Lexus ES 350, among the most important is its focus on helping to keep you safe. While an ordinary crash test dummy can provide 119 data points, Lexus uses digital models comprised of millions.

10-Airbag System. The ES features a standard 10-airbag system and new Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats designed to help decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in certain rear collisions.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Since accidents happen anywhere, the 2013 Lexus ES 350 offers two new ways help you avoid accidents on highways and parking lots. The available Blind Spot Monitor features an ingenious Rear Cross-Traffic Alert system that can detect and alert you of vehicles approaching from behind on either side when you back out of a parking space. At speeds above 10 mph, the Blind Spot Monitor helps you safely change lanes by warning you if it detects vehicles in the adjacent lanes.

Lane Departure Alert. This available safety feature detects visible lane markings, and if you veer, it can warn you with audible and visual cues.

Intelligent high-beam headlamps. The available intelligent high-beam headlamps automatically switch to low-beam when sensing headlamps or tail lamps ahead.

Safety Connect. In the event that the airbags deploy in the Lexus ES 350, or there’s a serious rear-end collision, the available Safety Connect can contact a response center agent who can notify local emergency services and direct them to the vehicle’s location.

Pre-Collision System. To help you prepare for and avoid potential collisions, an available Pre-Collision System with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors the road ahead for obstacles and warn you of their presence with beeps and visible alerts. It can automatically brake before impact.

Performance

3.5-liter V6 Engine. The 3.5-liter V6 engine comes with a valvetrain of four cam, four valves per cylinder, with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The ES 350 delivers 268 hp @ 6,200 RPM and 248 lb-ft of torque at 4,700 RPM.

Transmission. Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)

Suspension system. New valving and reduced friction in the shock absorbers enhance ride comfort and linear steering response. The new opposite-wound front coil springs improve straight-line control. And, new rear-suspension geometry provides better agility and overall control.

Drive Mode Select. Drive Mode Select lets you customize the performance of the Lexus ES 350. ECO mode optimizes climate and throttle settings for increased fuel efficiency. Normal mode offers balance of comfort and performance. Sport mode enhances the steering feel and increases the throttle response for more dynamic acceleration.

Park Place Lexus recently hosted events to unveil the new 2013 Lexus ES. In addition, the festive evenings celebrated Park Place’s partnership with Wipe Out Kids Cancer in Grapevine and Children’s Medical Center in Plano.

The Jennifer Baldwin Band set the mood for the party with soulful jazz standards. Wendy Krispin provided delicious small plates and bistro bites with delectable cuisine from Royal 60 and Foodwerks.

Impossible to ignore and impossible to forget, the new Lexus ES was clearly the star of the show. This iconic model received a major facelift for 2013,  featuring its first complete body redesign since 2006. While the exterior certainly turns heads, the real excitement is in the advanced technology. Lexus has even introduced the first ever ES 350 Hybrid, delivering 40 mpg with a 200 horsepower powerplant.

Safety features are front and center with 10 airbags standard, an optional blind-spot monitor system with rear cross-traffic alert, optional lane-departure alert, pre-collision radar-based automatic obstacle detection, and Lexus Safety Connect with roadside assistance.

Standard entertainment equipment includes a Lexus premium sound system, USB/iPod connectivity, and integrated SiriusXM satellite radio. Optional add-ons include a Display Audio package that adds Bluetooth, HD Radio with iTunes tagging, automatic phone book transfer, and a rear backup camera, all accessed through a 7-inch screen. Upgrades include a 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio system with an eight-inch display and DVD audio and video; a navigation system with voice command, and Lexus Enform with App Suite for on-the-go connectivity.

Wipe Out Kids Cancer is Park Place’s Lexus Champions for Charity partner. Park Place Lexus Grapevine surprised the charity with an additional $5,000 donation at the event. The 10th annual American Airlines Wipe Out Kids Cancer Golf Classic will be held October 8 at the Tribute Golf Club in The Colony. More information at http://wokc.org/WipeOutKidsCancerGolfClassic_26.aspx

Park Place Lexus Plano presented Children’s Medical Center a check for $10,000 for the Red Balloon Run & Ride, which will be held October 20 on the Children’s Medical Center at Legacy campus in Plano. More information at
http://www.childrensmedicalcenterdallas.com/development/rbrr/

When you think about hybrid technology, you likely think of environmental responsibility, living in harmony with nature, and fewer trips to the gas station, but you probably don’t think of an exciting driving experience. What if we could change your mind?

The new 2013 Lexus GS Hybrid might make you see hybrid technology in a whole new light. With 338 horsepower and 34 miles per gallon on the highway, this is one package that truly brings the best of both worlds into one. You can do your part to help the environment and still get your blood pumping, but don’t just take our word for it. See it in action as these passengers are taken for the ride of their lives while trying to keep their heart rates under 120 beats per minute. Good luck with that. . .

To learn more about the new Lexus GS Hybrid and find out when you can get behind the wheel of one yourself, come see us at Park Place Lexus in Plano or Grapevine, TX!

 

As you may already know, the goal that we at Park Place strive for on a daily basis is to be “Experts in Excellence.” In order to live up to that expectation we make it a point to offer top notch luxury automotive brands, provide a purchasing experience unlike any other, and continue to foster this experience with excellent service for years to come.  Keeping with that mindset, we are proud to announce that three Park Place Dealerships luxury automotive brands have made it into the top 5 of AOL Autos’ “Top Brands for Customer Service”, a special article on luxury brands and their attention to service experience.  It’s the fourth year in a row that Lexus has been the top name for for this particular study, and it is closely followed by Jaguar in the number 3 spot, with Porsche landing at number 5.

At Park Place, we know our brands represent the finest luxury cars available – and it’s evident that the brand efforts to increase quality in engineering, as well as continuing support in the training and development of our members has truly paid off.

Read more about “The Best Brands For Customer Service” at AOL Autos.

The long-awaited 2013 Lexus ES will be here very soon, and will be unlike any of the competition on my levels. Featuring a progressive new design and enhanced handling, the 2013 ES has been thoughtfully redesigned both inside and out. And for the first time, the Lexus ES will be available with Lexus Hybrid Drive expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of 40 mpg.

The new ES features a lower, progressive profile, and clean, continuous styling lines from front to rear. The interior features the next-generation Lexus Enform system which provides seamless connectivity with Bing™ search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places through compatible smart phones.

Under the hood, the 3.5-liter V6 engine allows the ability to impose your will on curves by putting the sedan’s lightweight design, more rigid chassis and new, more dynamic suspension system to good use. Protecting you while on the road, the ES features a segment-leading 10 airbags as standard equipment with an available Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Alert and Pre-Collision System to further aid the driver. And while the new ES is only one inch longer than the previous model, it has four additional inches of back seat leg room, allowing your passengers to travel in comfort and style.