Lexus ES Gets Refreshed For 2024 And Its Coming Here

Yes, are you surprised? The ES might not be Lexus best selling sedan here in Malaysia as its fully imported status pushes its selling price higher than its rivals.

However, in markets where there is a fair and even taxation system, the ES takes a healthy sales position against its rivals from Europe. Rivals like the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Mercedes E-Class have similar dimensions and comfort features, but it’s the build quality and cabin comfort that gives the Lexus ES a slight edge.

This latest ES sees minor changes for the 2024 model year which was teased three weeks ago. This updated ES includes a new available Technology Package and 18-inch wheels with Vapor Chrome finish that come standard for the Ultra Luxury grade.

The 2024 Lexus ES continues to cater to a diversity of lifestyles with three available powerful engines, all-wheel drive capability and two F SPORT models.

Meanwhile, the current ES is sold in Malaysia in three variants with prices from RM295k for the ES 250 Premium to RM345k for the ES 250 F Sport.

“F” is for Fun

Based on the ES features with the Premium Package, the F SPORT Design is offered on all three powertrains (ES 350, ES 250 AWD and ES 300h) and adds F SPORT 19-inch split five-spoke alloy wheels with a Gloss Black finish and F SPORT exterior styling, including a unique front bumper, grille surround and rear spoiler.

Intuitive Parking Assist comes standard with other available features that include a Mark Levinson sound system, power rear sunshade, panorama roof, triple beam LED headlamps and power trunk with kick sensor.

In addition, the F SPORT Handling grade is available on ES 350 and ES 300h, further enhancing the driving appearance and sportiness of the Lexus ES.

Based on the exterior of the ES F SPORT Design grade, the ES F SPORT Handling grade comes standard with Sport+ and Custom Drive modes, Intuitive Parking Assist, F SPORT-tuned Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), heated F SPORT steering wheel and Hadori aluminum trim, aluminum pedals and black headliner.

Inside the cabin, guests have the option to take it even further in their ES F SPORT Handling with available options, including Mark Levinson 17-speaker, 1,800-watt PurePlay Surround Sound and a power rear sunshade. On the exterior, F SPORT Handling options include premium triple-beam LED headlamps and power trunk with kick sensor.

Provocative Elegance, Refined

The Lexus ES features a dynamic stance and a sleek, coupe-like silhouette inherited from the flagship LS. The Lexus Signature Grille headlines the front end with striking Bi-LED headlamps.

A power tilt-slide moonroof comes standard on all models with an available panorama glass roof providing a unique outer-sliding design that creates a seamless appearance while providing ample natural light.

The 2024 ES offers a wide array of wheel designs that add the finishing touch to the exterior design. A standard 17-inch wheel featuring spoke ends layered in twin v-spoke formations with Dark Metallic and Machined finish produces a sporty impression.

A larger 18-inch wheel is available on Base with Premium Package and standard on Luxury trims, featuring a split 10-spoke design with two-tone Dark machined finish. New this model year, an 18-inch five-spoke alloy noise reduction wheel with Vapor Chrome finish is available on Luxury and standard on Ultra Luxury trims. ES F SPORT models get exclusive 19-inch split five-spoke alloy wheels with a Gloss Black finish that accentuates the model’s sporty exterior.

The 2024 Lexus ES offers 11 exterior colors including Eminent White Pearl, Iridium, Cloudburst Gray, Obsidian, Caviar, Matador Red Mica, Moonbeam Beige Metallic, Sunlit Green, and Nightfall Mica. Ultra White and Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0 remain exclusive to F SPORT with both colors only available on F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling.

Spacious and Inviting Cabin

In true Lexus fashion, the 2024 ES blends a driver-centric cockpit with spacious and comfortable areas for the passengers. A streamlined instrument panel design embraces seamless cabin integration with Lexus Interface displayed on a standard eight-inch touchscreen.

For 2024, a Technology Package is available on all Base, Luxury, F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling models that includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Lexus Interface, a Head-Up Display, and SmartAccess Card Key.

Lexus ES owners have ample interior color options that exude refined craftsmanship fit for luxury. Base ES models include NuLuxe®-trim options standard in Palomino, Acorn, and Black interiors with Striated Black film.

Adding the Premium package, ES base model interior options include Macadamia NuLuxe-trim paired with a choice between Ash Bamboo, Open-Pore Brown Walnut, and Open-Pore Black trim. Luxury and Ultra Luxury models offer semi-aniline leather-trim options of Palomino, Macadamia, Acorn, and Black with a choice of Open-Pore Black, Open-Pore Brown Walnut, and Ash Bamboo-trim.

Both F SPORT trims are built on the Premium Package of options. F SPORT Design customers have their choice between Palomino NuLuxe trimmed interior with Open-Pore Brown Walnut trim or Black NuLuxe trimmed interior with Open-Pore Black.

F SPORT Handling is available with NuLuxe-trimmed options that include Black and two F SPORT Handling-exclusive colors – Circuit Red and White – all three of which are paired exclusively with Hadori Aluminum trim.

Lexus Interface and Connected Services

The 2024 Lexus ES is equipped with Lexus Interface, giving drivers the opportunity to access a wide range of enhanced connectivity and convenience features, including Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.

Users can interact with the system through intuitive touch and voice activation controls. With an active Drive Connect three-year trial, drivers and passengers have access to Intelligent Assistant, Cloud Navigation and Destination Assist.

With Intelligent Assistant, simple phrases like “Hey Lexus” awaken the system for voice activated commands to search for directions, find Points of Interest (POI), adjust audio controls, change the cabin temperatures and more.

The available onboard Cloud Navigation solution utilizes the cloud to download the latest available map, traffic and routing information. To ensure users have the most up-to-date search capabilities, POI search is provided by Google Points-of-Interest data. Destination Assist also gives access to 24/7 live agent assistance to locate the next destination.

Lexus Interface also allows for dual Bluetooth® phone connectivity, with support for standard wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™ compatibility. With further connectivity, the ES has a standard Wi-Fi Connect one-month trial with 4G availability for up to five devices – turning the vehicle into an AT&T Hotspot.

Adding to the already robust offering of audio playback ability with HD Radio®, USB data and a SiriusXM® Platinum Plan 3-month trial subscription, the Integrated Streaming feature provides customers the ability to link their separate Apple Music® and Amazon Music subscriptions to the vehicle for onboard control.

Each ES offers a host of additional available Connected Services. Safety Connect includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), 24/7 Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator with up to a 10-year trial.

Service Connect gives drivers the ability to receive Vehicle Health Reports, Maintenance Alerts and reminders, also with up to a 10-year trial.

With the Lexus app, users can stay connected to their ES with a 3-year trial or subscription of Remote Connect services, standard on all grades.

Users can activate hazard lights on, lock/unlock the doors and remotely start the vehicle. Users can also check vehicle status, receive reminder notifications and set Guest Driver Alerts.