Everyone knows that driving in New York City can be a headache, but want to know a secret? With the right car, it can be a breeze. Luxury features can transform the dreariest of commutes into a stress-free moment of “me time,” so you can arrive at work ready for action and come home refreshed at the end of the day. With all that in mind, we’re proud to offer the 2024 Lexus ES for sale here at Lexus of Queens. This stylish sedan is perfect for Queens drivers looking to get from Whitestone to Howard Beach or Ridgewood to Floral Park in comfort and look good while doing it. If you want to learn more, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive in and take a look at what this car brings to the table.
Efficient Powertrain Options
The ES can be customized to work for your driving style with a variety of available powertrains. Drivers who prioritize performance can get the ES 350 with a 3.5L V6 engine under the hood that can churn out 302 hp, allowing you to go from zero to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds. The downside is that a 2024 ES with this powertrain only gets an EPA-estimated 26 MPG combined. That trade-off is well worth it for joyrides but probably not a great deal for commuters.
The standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine in the 2024 ES 250 comes in at 28 MPG combined. That is impressive when you consider that this model comes standard with all-wheel drive, which can give you the extra traction you need to stay safe during icy New York winters. But if you want to get the most mileage out of every gallon of gas you pay for, then you’ll want to check out the available hybrid powertrain. The 2024 Lexus ES 300h has a highly efficient rating of 44 MPG combined.
To explore why the hybrid is perfect for driving in Queens, we’ll need to break that figure down a bit. Traditional gasoline engines tend to get significantly worse mileage in the city than they do on the highway. The 2024 ES 250 gets 34 MPG on the highway and only 25 MPG in the city, while the 2024 ES 350 gets 32 MPG on the highway and just 22 MPG in the city. But electric power is more efficient for city driving, so the 2024 ES 300h has a very small difference between its two ratings: 44 MPG on the highway and 43 MPG in the city. That means you can take advantage of its efficiency when you’re cruising around Jamaica or stuck in traffic near JFK, not just when you’re driving along the Long Island Expressway.
A Convenient Infotainment System
Being stuck in traffic can ruin your day, but a well-stocked infotainment system can take the edge off by letting you stay connected and entertained while you wait for your fellow Queensites to stop rubbernecking and move along. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto let you connect your smartphone to the car’s interface without the need for any unsightly cables. You can use voice commands to call or text your friends, family, or co-workers while en route or use the apps you know and love to listen to music, audiobooks, podcasts, or whatever else you like to listen to on the road. With the Lexus Intelligent Assistant, you can even control most of the vehicle’s in-cabin functions with voice commands, so you can change the temperature or add a new destination to your route without taking your eyes off the road.
Helpful Driver Assistance Tech
Driving around NYC is a dangerous game for both you and your paint job. Whether you’re nervous about getting into a serious accident or just don’t want to show up to work with an embarrassing scratch on your car, the Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 is here to help. Features include:
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection can prevent or reduce the severity of accidents with warnings and automatic braking. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist keeps you from drifting out of your lane by accident.
- Road Sign Assist helps you keep track of the barrage of traffic signs scattered among the distracting ads and neon signs of the city.
- Intelligent High Beams turn on and off automatically depending on lighting conditions.
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control slows down and speeds back up to match the traffic ahead of you.
Between all those features and its crash-worthy design, it’s no wonder that the 2024 Lexus ES has a five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
A Premium Interior
If you’ll be spending a lot of time in your car, then the interior is arguably the most important part of its design. As soon as you visit your local Lexus dealership, you'll see that the ES is packed with features that are well thought-out and designed to keep you comfortable on drives of any length. The midsize body style gives you and any back-row passengers you may have plenty of room to stretch out without making the car so big that it's hard to maneuver on tight city streets. A dual-zone automatic climate control system with air filters, a smog sensor, and automatic recirculation mode comes standard across all trim levels, so you can breathe easily and keep the temperature just where you like it. Heated and ventilated front seats give you even more tools to fend off hot and humid summers and chilly winters alike.
It’s easy to get uncomfortable and fatigued behind the wheel if you don’t have a comfortable setup. That’s why even the most basic trim levels of the 2024 Lexus ES come standard with 10-way power-adjustable front seats that let you get your position just right. Higher trims have a 14-way adjustable driver’s seat that has even more options, so you can customize it to absolute perfection. If you like to trade off driving duty sometimes, you can use the Lexus Memory System to save your preferences for your seat, along with the outside mirrors and steering wheel position, and get them back at the push of a button after your partner, friend, or designated driver has been behind the wheel.
Packed With Style
Making a good first impression is easy when you’re rolling up in a stylish Lexus. You can't go wrong with the ES if you want to impress your neighbors, boss, or in-laws. Its exterior features an eye-catching spindle grille, sleek headlights, and a modern yet timeless silhouette so you can make an entrance anywhere. Paint colors range from classic to bold, so you can get a car to match your personality. Inside, options like wood trim, ambient lighting, and leather seating are sure to leave a good impression on anyone you’re carpooling with, picking up from the airport, or going on a road trip with.
Learn More About the ES Here at Lexus of Queens
We’ve only just scratched the surface of everything that the Lexus ES has to offer. With plenty of trim levels to choose from and all kinds of available packages and features, there’s just so much to cover. Instead of learning everything about every configuration, it’s easier to start with what you’re looking for and let our expert team help you figure out how to make the ES your own. Contact us or stop by today, and we can help you get behind the wheel of an ES that’s exactly right for your needs.