Lexus ES Drivetrain
The Lexus ES is a front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicle. It has been Lexus’s only front-wheel drive vehicle until 1998, when the related RX was introduced. The sedan occupies the entry-level luxury car segment of the Lexus lineup in North America and other regions. The ES name stands for “Executive Sedan” and has been marketed since 1989 by Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, across multiple generations, each offering V6 engines and a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
The ES shares the same basic chassis as the Toyota Avalon and Camry, and it has been based on the same mechanicals as the Toyota Camry, offering highly attractive pricing against cars like the Audi A6, BMW 5-series, and Mercedes-Benz E-class but lacking their more involving feel. The ES gives buyers a choice of three powertrains, with the ES250 being powered by a 203-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and coming standard with all-wheel drive, while all ES350 trims come with a 3.5-liter V-6.
In 2021, the Lexus ES 250 AWD was introduced, marking the first all-wheel-drive model for the ES series, which has traditionally been front-wheel drive, and not rear-wheel drive like its IS, GS, and LS siblings.
Contents
- How do I know if my Lexus IS AWD or FWD?
- Is Lexus ES front or rear wheel drive?
- Is Lexus ES rear wheel drive?
- Is Lexus ES 300 front-wheel drive?
- Is Lexus ES 350 all-wheel drive?
- Is Lexus ES rear-wheel drive?
- Is the Lexus IS FWD or RWD?
- Is Lexus ES 350 rear wheel drive?
- Is the Lexus ES 330 FWD or RWD?
- Is Lexus ES just a Camry?
How do I know if my Lexus IS AWD or FWD?
If all else fails, you can look underneath at the back, if it has drive shafts going to the rear wheels, it would be AWD. I also looked at a TSB for a 2004 RX330 and it appears the syntax is the same. Pretty simple, if it has a rear differential it’s all wheel drive.
Is Lexus ES front or rear wheel drive?
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
With all ES350h trims, motivation comes from a hybrid powertrain that provides a net output of 215 horsepower; a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive are standard.
Is Lexus ES rear wheel drive?
As mentioned above, the ES comes solely in front-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive comes standard on the IS 300 and 350, but all-wheel drive is available on each trim level.
Is Lexus ES 300 front-wheel drive?
Front-wheel drive
View all 2002 Lexus ES 300 specs .
Is Lexus ES 350 all-wheel drive?
DYNAMIC TORQUE CONTROL AWD
And during normal driving conditions, 100% of the power goes to the front wheels for enhanced efficiency.
Is Lexus ES rear-wheel drive?
As mentioned above, the ES comes solely in front-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive comes standard on the IS 300 and 350, but all-wheel drive is available on each trim level.
Is the Lexus IS FWD or RWD?
| Lexus IS | |
|---|---|
| Class | Compact executive car (D) |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel-drive |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lexus GS 460/F (for IS 500 F Sport Performance) |
Is Lexus ES 350 rear wheel drive?
The most popular option is the ES 350, which employs a 3.5-liter V-6 that puts out 302 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. Like the ES 250, it uses an 8-speed transmission and comes standard with front-wheel drive.
Is the Lexus ES 330 FWD or RWD?
2006 ES 330 Highlights
| Base MSRP | $32,300 |
|---|---|
| Cost to Drive | $174/month |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.5 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Is Lexus ES just a Camry?
The Camry represents the affordable midsize sedan while the ES is its more luxurious and expensive version. Both cars share identical mechanical parts and will be similar in many ways but with different styling and options. Minor facelifts were made in 2021 with a few updates but have largely remained the same.
