[Simple Lad]

http://www.familycar.com/RoadTests/2002-LexusES300/index.htm

 

[jiggafett]

Alright, some REAL pics. I think the wheels look small. It'll sell of course.

 

[JW]

I don't like that crease on the sides of the new ES300...

Gallery here: http://www.familycar.com/RoadTests/2002-LexusES300/photos.htm

[ August 01, 2001: Message edited by: JW ]

 

[JW]

Despite having the same power and torque, I am impressed by the 1MZ-FE's use of regular unleaded fuel.

 

[chiem]

Damn it. It even has a strut bar.

--k

 

[rs]

Don't like the looks at all. Looks like a cross between an Olds Alero and an Avalon IMO.

[ August 01, 2001: Message edited by: Catastrofe ]

 

[mattssi]

Ugly mo'fo'. Like the inside though.

 

[zachase]

it looks like a chrystler

 

[soulstalker]

I think it looks much better than the current ES.

(it doesn't compare to our IS though)

 

[marke1]

Originally posted by JW:
Despite having the same power and torque, I am impressed by the 1MZ-FE's use of regular unleaded fuel.

The specs say premium fuel can be used for improved performance. I wonder what fuel was used to spec the HP and torque.

 

[antonio]

The inside looks AWESOME! I wish the interior of the IS looked this plush.

With that said . . . the outside looks N-N-N-N-N-NASTY!

 

[Daniel]

higher octange gas does not improve hp or torque. It is only used to prevent knocking, so if you have a good condition and is not pushing the engine very hard, you will be able to generate the same power whether you are using 87 or 92. However, there may be a chance that you get lower HP and torque with 87, and that is due to the timing retard and knocking. Basically, 87,89,92, and higher octane gasolines are all the same.

 

[Altezzastudio]

may be the same designer of:
Lexus GS
Toyota Avalon
Toyota Cammry

 

[SteveB]

Hey, that link is a great find!

The exterior is a bit strange looking. The headlight enclosures look a bit too long. The tail looks like an Avalon, reminds me a little of the I30 tail end as well. The crease on the side of the car also reminds me of the Hyundai Sonata/Elantra?? We'll probably get used to the look once we see it often enough I guess.

The interior looks very nice though.