For 2025, the Lexus ES 350 remains largely a carryover model, maintaining its reputation for a quiet, comfortable ride and high reliability. The most notable update for this model year is the return of the limited-production Black Line Special Edition package, available on the F SPORT Handling trim.

Performance & Engineering

• Engine: 3.5-liter V6

• Output: 302 horsepower / 267 lb-ft of torque

• Transmission: Direct-Shift 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in approximately 6.6 seconds

• Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) is the only option for the ES 350 (AWD is exclusive to the 4-cylinder ES 250)

• Suspension:

  • Standard: Independent MacPherson strut front and multilink rear suspension tailored for comfort

  • F SPORT Handling: Adds an Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) that adjusts damping force for better cornering precision

Trim Levels

The ES 350 is available in several distinct grades:

• Base: Well-equipped with standard synthetic leather (NuLuxe), power moonroof, and smart access

• Luxury: Adds genuine leather upholstery, wood trim, ambient lighting, and a power rear sunshade

• Ultra Luxury: The top-tier comfort trim, featuring semi-aniline leather, a hands-free power trunk, manual rear door sunshades, and special noise-reducing wheels

• F SPORT Design: Adds aggressive exterior styling (bumpers, grille, spoiler) and 19-inch gloss black wheels but keeps the standard suspension

• F SPORT Handling: Combines the sporty looks with performance upgrades like the adaptive suspension, sport seats with enhanced bolsters, and aluminum interior trim

Special Edition: Black Line

Returning for 2025, the Black Line Special Edition is based on the F SPORT Handling trim. It features unique aesthetic upgrades including:

• Obsidian black side mirrors

• Black rear lip spoiler

• Black lower rocker panel

• F SPORT puddle lamps and door switch plates

Interior & Technology

• Displays: An 8.0-inch touchscreen is standard, with a larger 12.3-inch high-resolution touchscreen available on higher trims

• Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the lineup

• Audio: Standard 10-speaker premium sound system; available 17-speaker Mark Levinson® PurePlay Surround Sound system

• Comfort: Available heated and ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, and a panoramic glass roof

• Head-Up Display: Available full-color display projecting speed, navigation, and gear selection onto the windshield

Safety (Lexus Safety System+ 2.5)

All 2025 ES models come standard with this suite of active safety features:

• Pre-Collision System: Includes Pedestrian Detection and Intersection Support

• Lane Tracing Assist: Helps keep the vehicle centered in the lane

• Lane Departure Alert: With Steering Assist

• Road Sign Assist: Detects and displays speed limit information

• All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Adaptive cruise that works in stop-and-go traffic

• Intelligent High Beams: Automatically switches between high and low beams