The Relentless Pursuit of Convenience

A key to Lexus luxury has long been the brand's renowned attention to customer convenience. Where some luxury brands seem to be making controls and user technology more difficult and distracting to use, Lexus has been doing the opposite. A prime example is Lexus ES350's new, standard multi-information display.

Located in the speedometer, the multi-information display is easy to see and operate. Its main feature is a trip computer that provides: outside temperature; driving range; average fuel consumption; average fuel consumption since refueling (per tank); current fuel consumption, and average speed. The display also includes an oil maintenance reminder and system warnings, all grouped in one convenient location.

Additional features are added to the multi-information display depending on selected options. When Lexus ES350 is equipped with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, the display can show a car icon with the selected following distance; when equipped with Intuitive Park Assist, the display can show a car icon with the location and distance of objects detected behind the car.

More convenience features abound throughout Lexus ES350. The SmartAccess keyless entry and push-to-start ignition system allows the driver to enter and start the car without needing to remove the access fob from pocket or purse. The leather-trimmed steering wheel integrates easy-to-use controls for the audio system, trip computer, and multi-information display and adds a voice control switch for the available navigation system when so-equipped.

The standard auto-dimming rearview mirror features an integrated digital compass; heated exterior mirrors help melt away morning fog or frost; a sliding center console enhances the feeling of roominess; and an illuminated entry system lights the exterior with puddle lamps and the interior cabin foot wells. The standard Homelink transmitter can control compatible garage door openers, home security devices, and other systems.

The 2007 ES350 is the first Lexus to feature owner-customizable personal settings. Previously, only a Lexus dealer could access this feature, which allows selection of different settings for lighting, power windows and moonroof, tilt steering wheel, and door lock control. A trait shared with other Lexus models, convenience extends to the smallest details in the new ES350, from illuminated front cup holders to an interior LED soft-lighting system.


The Sound of Lexus Luxury

The 2007 ES350 features an enhanced standard premium audio system that includes an in-dash, six-disc CD-changer and an input jack for an MP3/WMA player or iPod. Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) maintains consistent sound levels for this eight-speaker system at varying vehicle speeds.

Audiophiles will want to experience the newest generation of the optional Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System that is available in conjunction with the DVD touch-screen navigation system. Using discrete 5.1 multi-channel playback with 7.1-channel speaker architecture, this leading-edge design uses 10 channels of amplification with 300 watts total output at 0.1 percent total harmonic distortion (THD) playing through 14 speakers.

The Mark Levinson system of ES350 plays conventional CDs and DVDs, plus MP3-formatted CDs. DVD movies can be viewed on the optional navigation system's color seven-inch touch screen when the vehicle is parked.

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