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2008 Lexus ES 350 Safety Review

November 5, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

highest rating
Cars.com

five stars
Edmunds

some incredible safety features
Mother Proof

Both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) award top marks to the 2008 Lexus ES 350 for safety.

The 2008 Lexus ES 350 gets a "good" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and the NHTSA gives it five stars for front protection, five for driver side impacts, and four stars for passenger side impacts, as well as four stars for rollover protection.

Standard safety equipment on the Lexus 2008 ES 350 includes stability control, eight standard airbags, and anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution. Motor Trend reports that “available rear-seat side bags bring the total to ten.”

The Lexus proprietary Pre-Collision System will automatically tighten the front seat belts and prepare the brake assist to go into action if it determines that a collision is imminent, as well as activate the brakes without the driver if necessary, Edmunds says. Adaptive Cruise Control is also available; it uses radar to keep a safe distance between the Lexus 2008 ES 350 and the vehicle ahead in the lane.

Conclusion

The Lexus 2008 ES 350 provides a strong, safe environment for passengers.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:highest ratingCars.comfive starsEdmundssome incredible safety featuresMother Proof Both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) award top marks to the 2008 Lexus ES 350 for safety. The 2008 Lexus ES 350 gets a "good" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and the NHTSA gives it five stars for front protection, five for driver side impacts, and four stars for passenger side impacts, as well as four stars for rollover protection. Standard safety equipment on the Lexus 2008 ES 350 includes stability control, eight standard airbags, and anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution. Motor Trend reports that “available rear-seat side bags bring the total to ten.” The Lexus proprietary Pre-Collision System will automatically tighten the front seat belts and prepare the brake assist to go into action if it determines that a collision is imminent, as well as activate the brakes without the driver if necessary, Edmunds says. Adaptive Cruise Control is also available; it uses radar to keep a safe distance between the Lexus 2008 ES 350 and the vehicle ahead in the lane. ConclusionThe Lexus 2008 ES 350 provides a strong, safe environment for passengers. 2008 LEXUS ES 350 STYLING | [7 out of 10] Automotive.com: "a new level of slickness" Cars.com: "a classy, conservative design" Kelley Blue Book: "appearance still remains a bit too conservative" Mother Proof: "a delicious blend of luxury and sporty" The 2008 Lexus ES 350's ...

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The Lexus ES 350's interior finishes look expensive--but so do the trims in the Hyundai Azera, which undercuts the Lexus by thousands in price and handles slightly better. The Lincoln MKZ is a bit sharper-edged, but its interior is more stylish and at the same time less rich-looking; its engine also has more growl, and it's available with all-wheel drive. The Acura TL is a much edgier performer, with a style that's up to the challenge.

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