Lexus ES Hybrid

The 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid has a plush and luxurious interior. The cabin sports a unique blend of modern design elements and traditional craftsmanship. The use of supple leather and genuine wood forge an inviting atmosphere. The well-placed stitching and aluminium accents highlight the car’s calming character. The dashboard is made of nice, hand stitched, soft-touch leatherette. The door handles are of real metal, not hard plastic. All versions come with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a 10-speaker audio system. It supports Alexa compatibility. There are a number of cubbies holes. The driver’s seat is fully power-adjustable and people of most heights will be able to find a comfortable driving position. The windscreen is wide and offers an expansive view of the road ahead. The cabin’s noise insulation is excellent and despite the powerful engine, the 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid is surprisingly quiet on the motorway. 

The exterior of the 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid is immediately recognizable with the seamless blending of sporty appeal, elegance, and sophistication. The luxury sedan is sculpted with precision. 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid is an immediate attention grabber. There’s the unmistakable Lexus spindle grille. The signature design element, with the intricate mesh pattern and bold, angular lines, forge an aggressive and dynamic appearance. It’s flanked by sharp-styled, slim LED headlights that integrate into the overall fascia. The car has a flowing down roofline that meet a raised back. The neat lines flow across the body and door panel. There’s 454 litres of boot space that practically accommodates almost anything. 

The 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid is a superbly comfortable car. The cabin is posh. All seats come with lumbar support as standard and decent lateral support. There’s a lot of space on the rear seat, translating into generous legroom. Tall passengers will have plenty of air between their knees and the backs of the front seats. The base of the rear seat is quite deep, leading to good under-thigh support. The sloping roofline does eat into the headspace and taller passengers on the side may find their heads banging against the roof. The rear seat is non-adjustable. There’s a centre armrest with pop-out cup holders. The automatic climate control system offers fast cooling. The adaptive suspension has a Comfort mode to isolate passengers from the worst impacts. 

The 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid Premier trim is equipped with a four-cylinder, 2.5-liter petrol engine that produces 215PS/357Nm. The motor is mated to an eight-speed automatic. The hybrid setup comprises of a 1.6kWh 245-volt nickel-metal hydride battery. The car offers a well-balanced and composed ride. The ES-Hybrid never jumps to perform. It rather takes time to get into the groove and then settles to a relaxed ride. It’s a big car but stays composed while turning corners. The multifunction steering wheel is a bit numb that plagues many hybrid cars.

The 2024 Lexus ES-Hybrid is a pretty well-equipped car in terms of safety. It comes with the Lexus Safety System+. The package comprises of radar-guided cruise control, lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, and automatic collision warning and mitigation. There’s also a rear-view camera, and parking sensors.

With a starting price of AED 225,000, the 2024 Lexus EX-Hybrid is an expensive car in the midsized luxury sedan segment. But it’s still a worthy vehicle, considering that it comes with a hybrid system. It’s a very plush and comfortable car that offers a well-balanced and planted ride and a perfect companion for those wanting a premium ride.