| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
Standard V6 powertrain is plenty powerful while being creamy smooth | Options skyrocket the price up high | Remains unchanged for 2012 |
Supple ride quality provides impressive comfort on the go | Weak brakes and dull handling provide an unimpressive driving experience | |
Exceptional interior quality compared to direct rivals | Interior looks outdated compared to rivals |
$36,725
price268 hp @ 6200 rpm
horsepower248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm
torque6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.5L 6cyl FWD 6A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the midsize luxury sedan segment, the 2012 Lexus ES 350 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Acura TL Sedan, the Buick Lacrosse Sedan, and the Lincoln MKZ Sedan. The ES 350 Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $36,725 with a single trim in the lineup. It is offered with a 3.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the ES 350 manages a 0-60 of 7.0 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 22 MPG.
The 2012 Lexus ES 350 Sedan is a powerful and luxurious sedan in its segment offered in a single trim. However, there are multiple packages and options available to equip. We recommend getting the Ultra Luxury Package that adds a semi-aniline perforated leather-trimmed interior, heated and ventilated front seats, and a panorama glass roof along with some other features over the base trim.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #12 | 7.1 sec | 15.1 sec | - | |||
2012 Infiniti M56x Ranked #1 | 4.7 sec | 13.4 sec | - | |||
2012 Infiniti M56 Ranked #2 | 4.8 sec | 13.4 sec | - | |||
2012 Infiniti M37x Ranked #3 | 5.3 sec | 14.1 sec | - | |||
2012 Audi A7 Ranked #4 | 5.4 sec | 14.2 sec | 130 mph | |||
2012 Lexus LS 460 Ranked #4 | 5.4 sec | 13.8 sec | - |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #5 | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 22 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 351.5/518 mi. | |||
2012 Toyota Camry Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 35 mpg | 28 mpg | 17 gal. | 425/595 mi. | |||
2012 Audi A6 Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | 19.8 gal. | 495/653.4 mi. | |||
2012 BMW 5 Series Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 425.5/629 mi. | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 425.5/629 mi. | |||
2012 Audi A4 Ranked #3 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 16.9 gal. | 371.8/507 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #13 | 191.7 in. | 71.7 in. | 56.3 in. | 6 in. | 109.3 in. | |||
2012 Lexus LS 460 Ranked #1 | 199.2 in. | 73.8 in. | 58.1 in. | 5.5 in. | 116.9 in. | |||
2012 Toyota Avalon Ranked #2 | 197.6 in. | 72.8 in. | 58.5 in. | 5.3 in. | 111 in. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #3 | 196.9 in. | 73.1 in. | 59.2 in. | 7 in. | 111.7 in. | |||
2012 Acura RL Ranked #4 | 195.8 in. | 72.7 in. | 57.2 in. | 5.7 in. | 110.2 in. | |||
2012 Audi A7 Ranked #5 | 195.6 in. | 75.2 in. | 55.9 in. | 5 in. | 114.7 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #14 | 14.7 cu.ft. | 95.4 cu.ft. | 14.7 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Audi A7 Ranked #1 | 24.5 cu.ft. | 101.5 cu.ft. | 323.1 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Buick Regal Ranked #2 | 14.2 cu.ft. | 98 cu.ft. | 120.1 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #3 | 14.7 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. | 85.5 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #4 | 13.3 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 83.2 cu.ft. | |||
2012 Infiniti M56 Ranked #5 | 14.9 cu.ft. | 103.6 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #1 | 14.7 cu.ft. | 14.7 cu.ft. | 14.7 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Nissan Maxima Ranked #2 | 13.4 cu.ft. | 14.2 cu.ft. | 13.4 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Infiniti M56 Ranked #3 | 72.6 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Buick Regal Ranked #4 | 120.1 cu.ft. | 14.2 cu.ft. | 120.1 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Honda Accord Ranked #5 | 85.5 cu.ft. | 14.7 cu.ft. | 85.5 cu.ft. | - | |||
2012 Volvo S80 Ranked #6 | 7.7 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 7.7 cu.ft. | 72 ft. |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #3 | - | 1075 lbs. | 3605 lbs. | |||
2012 Volvo S80 Ranked #1 | 3300 lbs. | 995 lbs. | 3761 lbs. | |||
2012 Nissan Maxima Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | 1158 lbs. | 3540 lbs. | |||
2012 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | - | 4026 lbs. | |||
2012 Cadillac CTS Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | 1414 lbs. | 3858 lbs. | |||
2012 Acura RL Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | 850 lbs. | 4099 lbs. |
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