Lexus ES

The ES 350 cabin clearly reveals its true personality. The asymmetric dashboard design tilts the center console and the infotainment display toward the driver, not as dramatically as the IS 350’s cockpit layout, but enough to make it clear that this is a driver’s space as much as a passenger’s. The 12.3-inch touchscreen updated for the 2026 model year is the infotainment improvement that makes the biggest daily difference; the previous remote touchpad was the ES 350’s most consistently disliked feature, and the updated touchscreen resolves that frustration directly. The semi-aniline leather seats are available in the upper variants. Leather seats are standard from the entry-level Premier. The moonroof and head-up display also help the ES 350 feel properly equipped at this price. The cabin’s material quality at the primary contact points is excellent and highly premium for the segment. 

Front Seat

The ES 350’s front seat sets the comfort benchmark in its segment, with a wide, well-padded seat cushion, good lumbar support, and ventilated upholstery designed for the UAE summer daily commute. These attributes make the ES 350 front seat the preferred choice that many executive sedan buyers at this price point mention positively when comparing alternatives. Features like heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory function, and electrically adjustable front seats strengthen the appeal. The result is a cabin that feels calm, supportive, and well judged for daily use. 

Rear Seat

Being a luxury sedan, the rear seat of the ES 350 is one of its strongest points, and it is the area where the car makes its most convincing case. The long 2,870 mm wheelbase means rear legroom that tall adults can use on the Abu Dhabi to Dubai commute and the weekend Al Ain drive without adjustment. The rear headroom is generous for the sedan roofline height. The ES 350 rear seat is especially appealing for corporate executives who are frequently passengers rather than drivers, and that comfort case is one of the car’s biggest strengths. 

AC Vents

The ES 350 effectively manages the cabin climate for executive sedans by providing three-zone climate control, which is essential for UAE families and executives. 

• Three-zone automatic climate control lets the driver, front passenger, and rear occupants manage temperatures independently.
• Rear AC vents provide dedicated second-row airflow from the rear of the center console, which helps with cabin cool-down during UAE summer commutes.
• Air quality control is also included. 

Storage Options

The ES 350’s cabin storage is appropriate for an executive sedan. It is well organized and sufficient, although it does not offer the extensive storage found in a wide family SUV.  

• Centre console with deep covered storage compartment and front dual cup holders
• Door bottle holders, front and rear 
• Rear seat map pocket holders 
• Centre console armrest with storage below 
• Overhead sunglass storage 
• Glovebox

Charging Options

• Wireless charging
• USB charger 
• USB and auxiliary input 
• Accessory power outlet 
• Portable charging cable

Boot Space

The boot size is 490 liters, which is right for the executive sedan segment. It is suitable for airport bags, business luggage, and daily travel needs without trying to be anything more than a sedan. The opening is sensible, and the usable loading area works well for this class.

The ES 350 gets Lexus Safety Sense and active safety features with variant-specific step-ups, so buyers should pay close attention while selecting the trim.  

• The Lexus Safety Sense suite, which includes the Pre-Collision System with automatic emergency braking, Lane Departure Alert, Intelligent High Beam, and Lane Change Indicator, is standard across all variants starting from the entry-level Premier. 
• Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Tracing Assist
• Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert 
• Reversing camera and 360-degree around-view monitor
• Head-up display and full-range ADAS display 
• Vehicle Stability Control
• ABS with EBD 
• Traction Control 
• TPMS 
• Speed-sensing door locks 
• ISOFIX 
• Engine immobiliser 

Right at the front is the Lexus spindle grille in its comfort-focused executive sedan specialty, wider, more chrome-finished, and less aggressive than the IS 350 or RC 350 expression of the same design language. The 2026 update refines the headlamp graphic and grille-surround integration for a cleaner, more resolved front face. The boomerang-shaped full LED headlamps with Z-themed DRL signatures, automatic headlamps, and rain-sensing wipers are standard throughout. The ES 350 front highlights premium luxury without the sport-sedan aggression that some UAE executive sedan buyers specifically want to avoid, and the design is deliberate and correctly positioned for the buyer profile. 

Side

The ES 350 side profile is one of the most elegant in the segment, composed of classic sedan proportions rather than a sporting stance. At 4,975 mm long and 1,865 mm wide, the ES 350 is a truly long sedan with a planted, confident presence on Dubai's business district roads and the Abu Dhabi Corniche approach. The low roofline and the single, clean character line through the upper door sections give the ES 350 a visual appeal that some UAE buyers specifically choose over the more fussily detailed German competitors at the same price. Power-folding and heated exterior mirrors are standard. 

Alloy Wheels

The 18-inch machined alloy wheels are standard across Premier, Prestige, and Platinum UAE variants. The 19-inch alloy wheels are standard on the F Sport. The 18-inch tire profile is ideal for the ES 350’s daily comfort in the UAE, providing enough ride cushioning for the varying road surfaces encountered during commutes in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, while also maintaining the right visual balance for the 4,975 mm body length. The F Sport’s 19-inch alloy wheels, paired with a lower-profile tire, add a bit more visual impact and a slightly firmer daily ride. 

Rear

The ES 350 rear gets slim, tapered LED taillamps with chrome surrounds flanking the clean trunk lid. The trunk spoiler, which integrates neatly into the bootlid design, is a consistent feature across all UAE variants. The overall rear of the ES 350 is clean, balanced, and quietly distinctive without visual excess — difficult to achieve, but Lexus has done it well here. 

Colors

• Sonic Titanium
• Sonic Quartz
• Sonic Iridium
• Deep Blue Mica
• Sonic Chrome

City Performance

Now, many owners are going to drive this sedan in Dubai and Abu Dhabi city traffic, where it comes out with flying colors. The ES 350 offers one of the most naturally composed daily driving experiences among executive sedans in its segment. 

• Starting with the front-wheel drive layout does not compromise the ES 350’s buyer profile; instead, it adds a useful advantage by helping the car feel calm, predictable, and efficient in daily use.  
•  Most importantly, the V6 feels smooth, with linear power delivery, especially when pulling away from a Sheikh Zayed Road signal or merging into Business Bay traffic. There is no surge, lag, or stressed feeling. It simply moves quietly and with ease. 
• The 8-speed automatic in stop-and-go conditions on Al Ittihad Road and the Abu Dhabi Corniche evening approach shifts without fuss.  
• We especially liked the active noise cancellation, which contributes to the cabin’s quietness at city speeds and adds to the ES 350’s relaxed character. That is exactly the sort of quality UAE buyers notice immediately when they move from a firmer or more engine-led alternative. 

Highway Performance

Many luxury sedans earn their keep on the expressway by going fast; the ES 350 takes a different approach.  

• Even at 120 km/h on the E11, the ES 350’s active noise cancellation and the V6’s naturally aspirated smoothness combine to produce one of the quietest highway experiences in the mid-size luxury sedan segment at this price. It is the kind of advantage that becomes obvious when you compare it with German rivals on the same road.  
• The V6 also works confidently at sustained high speeds, and an overtake from 100 km/h to 140 km/h on the E11 passing lane is completed without much effort. 
• The Adaptive Cruise Control manages longer motorway stretches with minimal driver fatigue. 
• Wind noise is well contained, and the ES 350’s acoustic management remains one of its strongest qualities. For buyers who spend a lot of time on the Abu Dhabi to Dubai or Abu Dhabi to Sharjah run, that refinement is a major part of the ES 350’s appeal. 

Ride and Handling

The ES 350 ride is never about compromise. It is the segment’s direct answer to what a luxury executive sedan should feel like on UAE roads.  

• On smooth roads in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the ES 350 handles bumps and uneven surfaces smoothly and comfortably, better than sport-tuned alternatives that chase a firmer character. It may move a little more than some buyers who prefer sharper cars would like, but that is exactly why many people choose the ES 350. 
• For the most part, the steering is light and accurate, making it precise enough for daily use in UAE cities and on motorways. However, it does not deliver the level of engagement that enthusiast buyers seek, because it is designed specifically for the executive sedan buyer profile. 
• On Sharjah’s older residential road surfaces and speed-humped communities, the ES 350 handles large impacts more quietly than most alternatives in the segment.  
• In corners, the ES 350 is not the engaging choice, but front-wheel-drive comfort tuning produces the kind of relaxed balance that suits this car’s mission.

ES 350 Premier

The entry point into the range is already attractive, with leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a memory driver seat, a moonroof, a head-up display, and wireless charging as standard. What it does not include is the more advanced driver-assistance package, so buyers focused on safety tech will want to move up. 

ES 350 Prestige

The ES 350 Prestige is the sweet spot for many buyers. The additional features include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Blind Spot Warning, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert over the Premier. This variant brings the best balance of daily comfort and useful safety equipment without pushing into the sportier or more expensive trims. 

ES 350 F Sport

This mid-range variant adds the F Sport exterior treatment, along with a reversing camera and a 360-degree around-view monitor. It is a sensible pick for buyers who want easier camera-assisted parking in UAE structured facilities, along with a more aggressive visual package. The sportier look gives it a more youthful feel without changing the ES 350’s core comfort-first character. 

ES 350 Platinum

The top-end Platinum starts at AED 265,000 and adds more convenience-focused features over the F Sport. The extra premium is mainly for the more complete specification, including power boot access and Platinum-specific equipment. For buyers who want the most fully loaded ES 350 in the range, this is the version that delivers the most complete ownership experience. 

Zigwheels Recommendation

Our choice is the ES 350 Prestige at AED 240,000, which is the ideal variant and the one we would recommend for most buyers in this segment. It offers a complete active-safety suite, including Adaptive Cruise Control and Blind Spot Warning, without pushing buyers into the F Sport’s higher-priced visual package. For those whose priorities are daily commute comfort and highway safety rather than sportier styling or extra camera equipment, this is the most balanced choice.

The Lexus ES 350 is an interesting car in a unique segment and price point. On the surface, it does not try to compete with the BMW 5 Series or the Mercedes-Benz E-Class on their own terms. That is because it does not aim to be sportier, faster, or more technology-led in the usual German sense. What it offers instead is one of the most composed, refined, and quiet cabins in the mid-size luxury sedan category at this price, and for a large section of UAE buyers, that is exactly the right set of priorities for a daily business-district commuter and family sedan.

Then there is the V6’s smoothness, the three-zone climate setup, the active noise cancellation that makes every commute effortless, and the rear-seat comfort enabled by the 2,870 mm wheelbase. These are the USPs that the ES 350 delivers consistently and without compromise. The ES 350 is a luxury sedan for anyone seeking a German alternative that offers comfort, refinement, and a strong sense of calm in daily use.

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