2019 Lexus ES 350 Luxury

The ES is Lexus's midsize luxury sedan, the one that goes up against the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6. It's a smooth, quiet cruiser that makes highway miles feel effortless, though it's not the sportiest thing in its class. Inside, the cabin is plush and well-built, with comfortable seats and plenty of room for four adults. Expect to run it on premium fuel, and while it's not cheap to maintain, it holds its value well. Heated and ventilated front seats, a power rear sunshade, and a larger infotainment screen mark the Luxury as the step up from the base ES 350. Its 3.5L V6 makes 301 horsepower and pairs with an automatic transmission, sending power to the front wheels; it's smooth and responsive, and the EPA rates it at 26 mpg combined. The Luxury trim opens up the option of a 12.3-inch display with navigation and a 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, which are not available on the base car.