Elegant Sedan Gives Mom Some Class

2008 Lexus ES 350 Luxury Trim w/nav

model as tested $47,215

Test Drove 9/2/2008 – 9/9/2008
reviewed by Lori Hindman

I never truly understood the meaning of the term “easy street” until I got behind the wheel of a Lexus ES 350. Everything in this sedan is easy, from the way it drives and handles to the stereo and climate controls. It’s easy to fall in love with, too. A car like this makes me feel mature and glamorous and all kinds of things I’m not but wish I were.

The ES is a pleasure to drive, with more power than I’d ever need and a ride that literally glides over the road. Even potholes are barely noticeable. What’s even more amazing is that, as smooth as the ride is over bumps, it tightens up in turns to keep the tires glued to the pavement. In traffic or at high speeds, the car requires almost no thought to drive. The ES 350 makes every street easy street.

I was living on easy street the whole time I had the ES 350 at my disposal. As much as I enjoyed the way it drives, I also enjoyed the utility of this sedan. The huge trunk made my grocery load look minimal and would fit a couple of small bikes with no problem. The proximity key makes opening the doors and starting the car almost magical; buttons on the outside of the doors allow me to lock them as I go so I never need to find the key fob hiding in the depths of my purse. Which is good, because I really don’t want to know what else is hiding down there.

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS THAT COUNT
Storage Compartments (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Fair
Cargo/Trunk Space (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Galore

SENSE AND STYLE
Family Friendly (Not Really, Fair, Great, Excellent): Excellent
Fun-Factor (None, Some, Good Times, Groove-On): Groove On

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