2022 Lexus ES Hybrid Review || It's More Than A Glorified Avalon!

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    While SUVs and Crossovers continue to dominate the way for all types of perspective buyers, there are still those who feel the 4-Door Sedan is the best way to get around. This is especially true if you like a touch of class with your daily commute as well. Since its introduction in the early 1990's, the #LexusES, or Executive Sedan, has provided consumers with the company's idea of those seeking something a bit extra than your normal Toyota product. The #2022LexusES however takes things to a whole new level. Combining a sleek, modern design with multitude of powertrains and cloaked in the latest #Lexus technology and comfort. Even so, the decline of the sedan market is still progressing and with that, can this newly reworked #ES300h still hold a candle to those wanting the "Pursuit of Perfection"? Watch our review to find out!

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  • @grahamsteel9505
    @grahamsteel9505 2 года назад +12

    I traded my 2002 ES300 last year for a new ES300h 2021 model. Firstly. The 2002 was AMAZING. Never a problem. Always soooo quiet that even until the day I traded/sold it, I would often turn off the radio just to listen to the pure silence. To tell you even more, the guy who serviced it for the 12 years that I owned it (and was a mechanic at Lexus for a period of time) bought it from me the minute he found out I was upgrading. I grew up in a family of Mercedes lovers/owners. I am a Mercedes lover too. But I would NEVER buy one. Lexus rules. They are without a doubt the only luxury car to buy.

    • @mercenaryzorek
      @mercenaryzorek Год назад

      I’m considering pulling the trigger on a 2023 ES 300h. What are your thoughts about these cars being built in Kentucky? As opposed to Japan? It is my understanding that the engine, transmission, and other parts are from Japan though.
      Thanks

  • @milinshandilya
    @milinshandilya 2 года назад +3

    One of the best reviews I found. Thank you so much for validating my decision is right to buy a new ES300h 2022 with Premium Package

  • @chrisstewart7147
    @chrisstewart7147 2 года назад +5

    I have a 2022 ES300h ultra luxury and love it!! Iridium exterior with black interior.

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      That's awesome! How do you like it?

    • @chrisstewart7147
      @chrisstewart7147 2 года назад

      @@GrandPrixGTP02 Love it so far. Waited for the touchscreen in the 2022’s. I can tell a difference from the 2021 Camry XLE hybrid I traded. Winter time here in Pennsylvania, so I’m excited to see the mpg get even better when the weather warms up.
      I picked it up Nov 15, 2021 and it now has around 1300 miles. Not driven too much, but I wish they would come out with a ES Prime model.
      I’m waiting to check out the new NX450h+ to see what that’s like. A plug-in hybrid would probably be the next step for me.

  • @scaldon2
    @scaldon2 2 года назад +13

    It will be very reliable and low cost if ownership. Very luxurious. Lexus makes most reliable vehicles

  • @InternetDude
    @InternetDude 2 года назад +6

    I have this spec car on order, here in about 6 weeks. Different outside color but all the rest the same.

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      A very excellent choice! That Palmero leather is nothing to look away from! It's beautiful!

    • @411sponge72
      @411sponge72 2 года назад

      Just curious if you got your car and what are your impressions. I'm looking at the same model.

    • @InternetDude
      @InternetDude 2 года назад

      @@411sponge72 no it’s been delayed. Perhaps a month from today I may get it but it may be delayed again.

    • @411sponge72
      @411sponge72 2 года назад

      @@InternetDude ahh I'm sorry to hear that. I'm like you though, I think I'm going to order mine and get exactly what I want. I think it will be worth the wait 👍

  • @joeo.b.5864
    @joeo.b.5864 2 года назад +2

    Cheers for a fantastic review. I was wondering what colour is the bamboo inset on the steering wheel? Also would there be a significant difference in terms of refinement between the es hybrid and the camry hybrid? I currently own a 2019 camry hybrid and toying with the idea of an 2022 es hybrid. What would you recommend? Cheers

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      You know it really all just depends on what you're looking for. The Camry is a little bit smaller than the ES (about 3-4 inches). But if you're looking to stick to Toyota and you want to get get a hybrid version of the Lexus but at a much cheaper price, try to find yourself a 2022 Avalon hybrid.
      Personally I would say go for the Lexus because it's a lot more refined and a little bit of a bigger car but you will pay more for it depending on what options you want.

    • @joeo.b.5864
      @joeo.b.5864 2 года назад

      @@GrandPrixGTP02 Thanks for getting back to me. I think I'm gonna go for the es. Thanks again

  • @tedlipkin4742
    @tedlipkin4742 Год назад

    I have the CD player on my 21 and if you to experience the full range of capabilities of ML Audio, that does it

  • @anthonyboland
    @anthonyboland Год назад +1

    What is the road noise like in the lexus ES luxury top spec cabin on the highway. I have a 2019 NX and its nice but there is to much road noise in the cabin at highway speeds for my liking.

  • @CG-rb4xo
    @CG-rb4xo 2 года назад +2

    It doesn’t have a 60/40 split rear seat fold-down because Lexus has put a cross brace behind the rear seats for added rigidity. That helps the refinement, but it hurts on practically.

  • @aerohk
    @aerohk Год назад +1

    Great review. Question, does the noise reduction rims make a real and noticeable difference?
    Wonder if it would kill the ride comfort experience if I get a trim without the rims.

  • @ResplendentRaider
    @ResplendentRaider Год назад

    I’m still in the market for an ES. It was between this and the Avalon touring, but considering the Avalon has been axed and very comparable in price, the ES is my next car. Even with a substantial dp they aren’t cheap! I’m probably looking at a ‘19 or ‘20.

    • @mercenaryzorek
      @mercenaryzorek Год назад

      I’m considering pulling the trigger on a 2023 ES 300h. What are your thoughts about these cars being built in Kentucky? As opposed to Japan? It is my understanding that the engine, transmission, and other parts are from Japan though.
      Thanks

    • @ResplendentRaider
      @ResplendentRaider Год назад

      @@mercenaryzorek I trust it. Thats the heart of the car, plus I think most later model cars are like that.

  • @InternetDude
    @InternetDude 2 года назад +4

    The video quality is poor, grainy, even though it says 1080.

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      I really do apologize about that. Unfortunately my video editing software decided to add this unfortunate effect to my video and every time I try to rerender it, it does the same thing.

    • @InternetDude
      @InternetDude 2 года назад

      @@GrandPrixGTP02 what software are you using? It looks 480p

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      @@InternetDude I used Adobe Premier Pro. It's been great so far, but now it's causing my videos to look like this after I did an update on my computer.

  • @realmusic962
    @realmusic962 Год назад

    good review but the vid quality is cringe - I think maybe you're using the wrong render settings - check it out

  • @SanDiegoHun
    @SanDiegoHun 2 года назад +2

    so you are not a fan of Lexus' touch pad interface, but let me guess, you are probably drooling over the new Mercedes' exact same setup touchpad. Am I right?

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      I haven't seen it but I'm just not a fan of these "mouse pads" in general. With Lexus specifically it just seems like they've been using it for way too long.

    • @SanDiegoHun
      @SanDiegoHun 2 года назад

      @@GrandPrixGTP02 I agree with you on that they have been using these mouse pads for a long time but what my point was is that other manufacturers like Mercedes’, Audi and the likes have actually been only using them for a couple of years and in My opinion, they’re pretty user friendly, once you got used to them. But then again it’s only my opinion and I respect any other views like yours! :)

  • @oceanhedonist265
    @oceanhedonist265 2 года назад

    Good review. But you need a sharper imaging camera and your audio sounds like you're talking from down in a hole.

  • @benh3427
    @benh3427 2 года назад +1

    Don't understand why I can't get a hybrid with heated back seats and can't be folded like that Avalon ⁉️⁉️

    • @ThePowersil
      @ThePowersil Год назад

      Yes. I can even understand the bon foldable seats, but why doesn't the es have heated rear seats?!! Even premium package doesn't?!

    • @ekimandersom4478
      @ekimandersom4478 2 месяца назад

      @@ThePowersil In the Japanese build version it does have heated rear seats.

  • @newlinnishia3868
    @newlinnishia3868 2 года назад

    @ 3:15 you mention that "I don't believe a 4 Cylinder All Wheel Drive platform belongs in such a premium feeling vehicle". Can you kindly clarify what is the reason for the "All Wheel Drive" statement here? I am more interested to have a All Wheel Drive in my car. Are you saying that All wheel drive is not necessary for such premium cars? Can you explain if its good to go for a All Wheel Drive in the ES 300h model?

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      The statement you are referring to was aimed more at the ES250 AWD (2.5L 4-Cyl). While a smaller engine and All-Wheel Drive is not a bad proposition for people who need such systems, I just feel that premium vehicles don't always require it as I'm more used to big cars like this with smooth V6 engines.
      If you are going to go for the Lexus ES Hybrid, the choice of Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive is completely at your discretion. I would say if you absolutely need it, by all means, go for it. However if you live in an area that doesn't really require AWD to be on your vehicle, then I'd say the Front-Wheel Drive model would be more than enough.

  • @Shawn-pq5gp
    @Shawn-pq5gp Год назад

    hahaha extra 10-15k, in my country it's like extra 80k USD (cuz of scaling taxes)

  • @rapsnacks360
    @rapsnacks360 8 месяцев назад

    The LS is the equivalent of the Avalon. The ES is the Camry lol

    • @ryantrinh6067
      @ryantrinh6067 6 месяцев назад +2

      Buddy doesn’t know what he’s talking about

  • @stevewise1656
    @stevewise1656 2 года назад

    There's no more Avalon's in the US and I suspect the same will be true with the ES. Sounds like a lot of road noise.

    • @lorenfok1097
      @lorenfok1097 2 года назад

      A plug in hybrid ES would be awesome

    • @morbid1
      @morbid1 Год назад

      No there is a 2023 ES. Had no idea the Avalon was going away.

    • @ThePowersil
      @ThePowersil Год назад

      Whats the best way to try and get an Avalon? Here in Pacific Northwest no dealer has an Avalon!

  • @Roker22
    @Roker22 2 года назад

    My wife wants to replace her 2013 GS 350 with this.

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад

      Its really not a bad choice at all. I'm sad the GS isn't being produced anymore but this is close enough :)

    • @Roker22
      @Roker22 2 года назад

      @@GrandPrixGTP02 I drive a 2017 Lexus RX450h and only fill up once a month. But she wants to wait for the 2023's which will be pretty much the same Hybrid, but they will loose the Finger Pad functionality and use voice commands and touch screen instead.

  • @xFlared
    @xFlared 2 года назад +1

    Your camera is surprisingly low quality for current times. There's way too much aliasing around edges. Other than that great content.

    • @GrandPrixGTP02
      @GrandPrixGTP02  2 года назад +1

      This was actually filmed in 1080. But the problem is my editing software screwed up the footage so I just decided to upload it anyway since I put so much time into it. Next time though I'm gonna make sure that the settings are a little bit better so that it doesn't do the same thing.

  • @munkeepoops
    @munkeepoops 2 года назад +1

    I love you

  • @ricknowak4582
    @ricknowak4582 2 года назад

    Dude, do you have the window down doing this video?! WTF WTF! It's very loud! I thought it was supposed to be quiet inside that Lexus.

  • @robertradek5731
    @robertradek5731 Год назад

    Boring

  • @Welovedaxies
    @Welovedaxies Год назад

    Road noise, CVT, slow, hard plastics everywhere, yup, luxury 😂

    • @davidkirkham6497
      @davidkirkham6497 6 месяцев назад

      You can’t afford one, anyways! Now FO!