2019 Lexus ES hybrid brings all-new revision for latest model

What it is: The ES is the entry-level luxury sedan for Lexus and is sized in the mid-size car segment. This is the 7th generation Lexus ES, and it was launched here in the U.S. last fall. It’s certainly more of an evolution than a revolution, with relatively minor tweaks compared to the outgoing model. You are still limited to a V6 engine or a 4-cylinder hybrid, although the V6 gets a nice bump from 268 to 302 horsepower. My test model was the hybrid, which only delivers 215 horsepower, but doubles the gas mileage of the V6 to 43 MPG city. Great fuel economy rarely looks this good.

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