7 Reviews

Review
Test drive Merc C180 and Lexus ES250 on the same day. Different car has it's feel. Has always been a Toyota fan, always love the service provided by Borneo motors. Lexus showroom and service center is another excellent level on top of Borneo motors.

Lexus ES250 has very responsive feel and the power is just nice for family car. Not too high and not too low.

What I like
1) the drive is very luxurious, both front and back seats.
2) very spacious leg room in back passenger seats.
3) Nice improved exterior.
4) It's engine and efficiency.

What I do not like
1) Prefer the luxury version. The executive version comes with small wheels for this big vehicle.
2) The interior is not as nice as other german cars.
3) I don't like foot brake. Will still prefer hand brake.

Review
Came back to the Lexus brand after owning a German brand for 6 years. There is a sense of solidity with the German brand that is different from the Lexus. The downside to all that weight is that it would take forever for the Mercedes to kick down a gear to accelerate. The ES does it so much better than the Mercedes. I have already done a SIN-KUL drive and it was smooth and effortless. My family loves the space compared to the Mercedes. For the price, it comes with all the bells and whistles while every feature was an added option with the Mercedes.

What I like
Usable power, comfort, smooth, reliable

What I do not like
Road noise not as good as I expected.

Review
The car stands out in the crowd with the aggressive front look.
It has a different character from my 528i. While BMW engages dynamic driving, ES encourages leisurely driving. Changing between these 2 cars is like switching between Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

What I like
More spacious than 528
The HV of HVN is excellent. See N under “what I do not like”
Improved information display and navigation (able to search by postal code)
Sensor touch overhead cabin light
Great reverse camera clarity and brightness
Lexus reliability and excellent customer service

What I do not like
The noise insulation is not as good as a Lexus should (experience as former owner of GS and LS). But after having sound proofing done to the car’s wheel well, floor and doors, the quietness and smoothness of Lexus is re-established.
No options for self-closing door
No automatic sunroof

Review
Switching over from my BMW523i E60, test drove new BMW520i, 528i, Genesis etc, none beats the overall image and performance of the face lift ES250 luxury (same choice within my whole family).

Got to admit handling wise not as superb as my old BMW523i but the spacious internal, fierce yet elegant outlook, smooth/comfort drive, luxury touch and realiability etc as a whole offers a much better experience than my old car.

It's a clear choice for my family and me. :)

What I like
- SPACIOUS interior and leg room (esp for rear passengers)!
- Bold + fierce yet elegant look.
- Very smooth drive.
- 10 air bags.
- Good fuel efficiency for its class.
- Luxury touch.
- Reliability.
- Limo features.
- Front and rear clear roofs (wife and kids esp like them).
- Good after sales services.

What I do not like
- High speed handling esp around sharp corner not as solid as my old BMW523i but ok for me since I am not a cheongster driver, never ramp my old BMW hard in past anyway.

Review
One of the best car I wan to own, reliable Japan made, with the change of design which is sporty look with a class of its own. Really wish that I am driving one now.

What I like
Classy and sporty.

What I do not like
Nil

Review
Always a Toyota fan.. Never dare to walk into the showroom but glad to take the first step... Lexus forever..

What I like
Classic wood design..

What I do not like
Lack of advanced features e.g. remote engine control and adaptive cruise control..

Review
With the offers for ES 250 ( 14 K insurance and loan discounts + 18 K overtrade ) this Lexus looked pretty interesting. Took for a test drive and found it more than adequate for Singapore roads. The 4 pot engine was smooth enough and pushing it was possible and the sounds were well suppressed with good insulation. The ride was very comfortable and the interior is well appointed with lots of leg space for the back. I really could not fault the car and have been tempted to trade in my 8 year old Jaguar XJ6 which however still in near mint condition. Very "sayang". Handling was adequate and fairly neutral. Its the sort of car that will eat up the NS highway comfortably and restfully and cope with the winding roads of highlands safely. The chassis is based on the Toyota Avalon ( not Camry ) and the car has good presence when parked next to an LS 460 in terms of size and design. I think it would be the Lexus of choice for me in terms of value.

What I like
Quiet supple ride. Enough power and it brings a sense of well being driving the car! Has most of the features to qualify it as a true luxury sedan. The 5 + 5 year service and warranty is worth while.

What I do not like
Very low OMV so mark up is high. Hence they throw lots of discounts in.