2008 Lexus ES 350 ReviewThe 2008 Lexus ES 350 is an entry-level luxury sedan that offers more comfort, safety, and performance features. It also provides a smooth, absorbent ride and better control. It can easily regain its composure even in tough rides.

The ‘08 ES 350 comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, 10-way power front seats, real wood accents, keyless entry and starting, a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer, dual-zone automatic climate control, HomeLink, one-touch up/down windows all around, fog lights, dual exhaust tips, and an eight-speaker audio system with a six-disc, in-dash CD changer and an auxiliary audio jack. Meanwhile, buyers may also choose from a number of available packages that include leather seating, park assist, heated/ventilated front seats, adaptive cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, a front seat memory system, adaptive xenon HID headlights, a navigation system with voice activation, a premium Mark Levinson surround-sound audio and video system, satellite radio, a power rear sunshade and chrome wheels.

This new model offers 42.2 inches of front legroom and 35.9 inches of rear legroom. However, hip room is 52.8 inches in back and 55.9 inches in front.

The 2008 ES 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that gives off 272 horsepower and cranking 254 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission that has a clutchless-manual mode is available.

Safety features include all-disc antilock brakes, traction control, and an electronic stability system. In addition, it is equipped with eight standard airbags which include driver and front-passenger knee airbags, side curtain airbags and side-impact airbags for the front seats. ES 350 earned five stars in government crash tests under frontal-impact category for both driver and passenger and in side-impact tests for front-occupant protection.

The 2008 Lexus ES 350 is an excellent choice for a luxury sedan which offers a soft and quiet ride for the whole family. Its features also help make it an appealing model that deserves to be at the top of every buyer’s list.