1 Year Ownership Review | 2016 Lexus ES350

[@Red-mt3ot]

Antiquated and over 10yrs you say ... I have that same 2GR 3.5 in my 06' Avalon Limited w over 205K TROUBLE FREE MILES 🫡 And still ticking on it. Gotta love Toyota/Lexus!!!

[@DisneyMusicVideos]

Can't believe it's already been a year since you bought the car! Glad you guys are liking it so far! My grandma drives a 2012 ES350 that she bought new in 2012 & hers has been problem free. Sure, that engine has been around for a very long time, but it's still fantastic in every way. I have it in my 2015 Camry XSE & I still love to listen to it when I rev it & accelerate from a stop. It still sounds much, much better than all of the modern turbo 4-cylinders! I'm guessing they'll eventually use the new direct injection V6 that was recently introduced on the RX, Highlander, Sienna & upcoming 2018 Camry which produces 295 HP.

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

It will definitely be interesting to see how they move forward with the ES. We should see a complete redesign pretty soon.

[@EAS573182]

Got one for a loaner when I took the RX350 in for service. Kept it for 24 hours and I thought it was a pleasant car. Nice interior, steering wheel feels great in the hand, but it is very sedate. Overall, I think I'd want a more interesting car, but it's definitely a comfortable ride.

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I completely understand what you mean. I personally would enjoy a GS more, but the ES is perfect for my Dads needs.

[@driveintherain]

Love that atomic silver color! It changes under different lightings and it has so many shades of silver color in it. Under sunlight it even shows a little golden color. Very nice!

[@alanhumphrey4198]

My 350 is this color...I love it!!

[@mestizzo]

Thank you so much for doing this one year after video. I wish there were more videos on KZbin about used cars, because my main focus is to know how reliable the vehicle is, how it holds up over the long term, and if issues or annoying things come up, like the 20K maintenance you mentioned, or how wonderful the infotainment joystick works once you get used to it. Thanks again!

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Glad I could help you out

[@poda7273]

Holy moly! 45k paid off in only a few months. Someones got money in the bank...

[@Pube83]

Eurowheels Sounds like it's probably daddy...

[@PiranhaJaw22]

not anymore

[@miltongardnerjr.6323]

@@Pube83 zaddy

[@c3piano]

He could have refinanced it with a lower interest rate, or refinanced his home and included the car. It's not a great idea to pay cash.

[@accordinglyryan]

I drive these almost every day at work, and I quite like them. They're pretty fast too lol. Would buy, glad it's working out well for you guys.

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Personally, I would enjoy something a little more sporty like the GS but the ES is perfect for Dad.

[@midlajmuhyaddin3807]

What is the mileage your getting?

[@kiwiinterstates3190]

The 2GRFE debuted in the 2005 Avalon

[@on-site4094]

The es350 they make great commuter cars 🚘 reliable quiet and comfortable

[@Jimbo1268]

Good job, dude. I just bought a 2015 with 58K miles to be delivered this coming week. Same color, nearly identical but mine has nicer rims with the same wood upgrade, steering wheel, etc. I don't have the ML audio upgrade so I hope the stock is OK. My wife can't listen to my 80s metal anyway. Ha

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

I just picked up a 2013 with only 30k miles. These cars are a pleasure to drive the non-ML audio system is still half decent.

[@Jimbo1268]

@@Fister_of_Muppets Thanks for the reply. My 2015 does have the ML stereo as it has the ultimate package. So, it's better than I expected. Carvana didn't note it.

[@joedcarp]

Hi, your review is wonderful and it's one of the videos that helped make up my mind to get the 2017 base over the BMW 5 series. The ES is a dream to drive. Thanks and well done.

[@Azeminad]

What a good choice you made!

[@Jimbo1268]

You won't regret that decision. I am trading in my 2011 3-series.

[@LOGICAL-JAY]

@@Azeminad yes indeed..BMW is nothing but problem after problems..they're so unreliable nowadays..lexus is quiet, refined, simple, reliable, etc...BMW is so overrated and running on name now..

[@AllEyezOnRod]

I have the last generation ES 350 and I love the body style a whole lot more then this current style other than that this is a great car, not to mention I'm trading up for the GS 350 F 2015 pretty soon!

[@StarryTemplar]

I love the WOOD STEERING, Looks elegant and Amazing!!!!!!!!!!! Also the controller stick I like it lol

[@Tokoa144]

Well done, I watched til the end cos you sound pleasantly interesting & very informing..

[@alanhumphrey4198]

I have the same car with parchment color interior...like McDonald's, I'm lovin' it!!!

[@Nitronerd]

Thank you for these video updates. I'm considering a pre-owned ES. I'm struggling with the reason for high-priced Toyota. Toyota is overcharging for packages that really should be within the base of a luxury vehicle. And the remote start issue, shutting down the engine to push the button, is ridiculous. I'm really not as impressed with this year/model/package as I had hoped.

[@vanessapaul594]

Hey love your car review I live in South Africa and I'm thinking of buying a Lexus es250 so your advice really is useful

[@azhariqbal1212]

Its true the info system is very easy to use after couple of months and its quick too straight to the point. But still needs more improvements in the software.

[@JP-er1on]

Poor Commander lol! Great video as always glad your enjoying the ES!

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Thanks!

[@lexusfan100]

nice update..post more ES videos :)

[@jmalibu0326]

Wow doesn't feel like a year!

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I know, don't let one year with the Traverse sneak up on you!

[@zleepyjan]

starts at 4:40

[@zabbcoffey8053]

Slxxpy Jan mvp🙌🏾

[@Chicagomademe85]

Thanks! You saved me some time.

[@salvadormora3331]

Great review! Keep it up

[@disneyfan9099]

I do wish my QX30 had Ventilated seats. I also found out that it has a fixed Glass roof vs a Power Sunroof. It is the biggest downside so far is that I don't have a Power sunroof anymore. But at least it's a fixed glass roof.The next complaint is that the Rear fog light is out already so I am going to have to find time to take it to the dealer to get it fixed. Which does make me a bit upset. But other then that I really like it so far. It's a lot more upscale then my previous 2013 Honda CRV EXL. I am leasing my $45,000 QX30 for only $400 a month with no Money down so I got a really good deal on it partly because it was New Year's Eve. I didn't even have my heart set on a QX30 but after shopping around for quite a while on other SUVs this was one of the best deals. I got a quote for a fully loaded 2017 Ford Escape and a jeep Cherokee limited and they were both $410 a month. So overall for the Deal I got I am very happy so far with it. *Edit: The QX30 does not have push bottom start either. But you can buy the $35 GLA bottom and put it in the key slot. So if you buy the bottom then you don't need the keys at all to start it.*

[@7g6_66]

pug Williams interested in knowing how it does in snow, or any videos of it

[@disneyfan9099]

OMAutomotive I have only had it for 16 days now so I actually haven't driven it in snow yet. I try Not to go out when it snows but if I do I will try and make a video of it. I didn't want AWD but that's all the Dealer had so I ended up with AWD.

[@disneyfan9099]

FanaticGuide's Video Game LP's and more... I didn't even look at the GLA. Never really liked it.

[@disneyfan9099]

FanaticGuide's Video Game LP's and more... I know but the inside is a bit different. I looked up the GLA and for what I wanted it would have been $5,000 more on the GLA.

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Sounds like a sweet deal!

[@spencer82rocks]

Notice the front bumper are diff color than the fender and hood itself I love the styling in and out

[@Fred1294]

I like how this guy calls his problems hiccups

[@ravipeiris4388]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, helpful to a lot of folks looking for a new or second Lexus, Ravi Peiris M.D.

[@alwayne5932]

Glad u make a review on the ES.. because I was thinking about getting one ultra luxury package though..I’ve got the RX now but debating on this or the LS I luv them can’t get enough of them 😂😂

[@ZaheemTheDream]

Boy if you don’t get that LS😂 .

[@sydneybristow5588]

Is it true that the Lexus ES models use 87 gasoline?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Yes! We used only 87 in our 2 years driving. It’s the same engine out of Highlander, Camry V6, Avalon, Sienna and many Toyota models

[@sydneybristow5588]

@@ThinkOutsideTheCube Awesome. Thanks 👍

[@benB33388]

I love the name of your channel 😎

[@7g6_66]

Nice car, kinda disliked how he was bashing the altima but dam 45k paid off within about 2-3 months wow!

[@Pube83]

OMAutomotive Nah, nissan/altima is like the GM of the Japanese car makers, bottom of the barrel.

[@outiee99]

@@Pube83 Nissan altima is created by americans for american market. Majority of nissan models are now made in america, thats why they are piece of shit cars.

[@Pube83]

T Hahn It's not because they're made in America, it's because fiat or Renault bought a big stake in nissan and cheapened them up. But nissan long term quality was always inferior to Toyota and Honda.

[@joshuar4535]

Would it be possible for you to make a video specifically on Lexus safety system+?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

A video explaining it or demonstrating it?

[@joshuar4535]

ThinkOutsideTheCube demonstrating it.

[@Panthere.vision]

do u still have this car?

[@AbsoluteMdot]

Impressive that you paid it off so quickly. Lexus was shady for not sending your title right away. Nice car

[@philipclock]

EXCELLENT, thank you!

[@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN]

COOL 1 Year Ownership Review | 2016 Lexus ES350

[@juliodg2139]

I do not know if the front bumper was changed, but you can see the difference in color between the bumper and the car

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Only visible in the video

[@lesterpenner8786]

Can you get the computer or something reprogrammed so the engine doesn't shut off when you open the doors? Maybe go into the vehicle settings on your screen? Just saying..

[@kapkap2342]

2016 Lexus ES350, 21,058 miles

[@advancedtechrepair4635]

I have a 2013 altima and it is about to hit 100k and I bought the extended warranty so to make it worth the money I took it in to get inspected and they found $6000 worth of problems (transmission was bad, the AC compressor was not to working as it should and some control arms as well as motor mounts) all covered under the warranty 😅

[@Pube83]

AdvancedTechRepair Nissan is widely known to be like GM, bottom of the barrel of the Japanese automakers.

[@keena0202]

love the video.. I am currently in between cars and this car is my favorite!! i am a little concerned with mpg because i might drive uber from time to time. My question is 2016 es or 2016 prius ? I know completely different levels but just curious on what your input would be

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Easy answer, Lexus ES300h. I would check around with your local Lexus dealers and see if there are any deals on specific 300h models. Lots of time the hybrid models won't move as fast and so they're more likely to discount them more significantly than other cars. If you're limited to looking at ONLY the Prius and ES350, it all depends on how you're going to use the car. If you're going to be in the city for almost all your driving the Prius is the obvious answer due to its smaller footprint, much better MPG and superior maneuverability. Now if you're going to be on the highway for more than 50% of your driving, ES is the way to go. It will be much more stable at speed and won't be affected by as many crosswinds; all of which will add up to making the drive much more relaxing.

[@keena0202]

awesome! THX

[@AllEyezOnRod]

KEENAMEENA your are beautiful and beautiful ladies drive Lexus!

[@keena0202]

okay i am coming to pick you up in the lexus

[@AllEyezOnRod]

KEENAMEENA I'll be waiting for you now!

[@BNTCapone]

What's the colour code of the car Pls

[@shabbir1282]

what about feul economy?

[@MohdAlRawi]

Is the normal sound system good enough?

[@chrisward7738]

I'm I the only one noticing the difference in color for the front bumper?

[@JohnBowl14690]

From my observation, Toyota has always had a noticeable slight color mismatch with their bumpers on about 60% of their cars. Toyota is such a great car with exceptional quality, except for a few little quarks. The mismatched bumpers is one of them.

[@temimayor]

He pointed it out in previous video that it's the camera lighting playing tricks :)

[@likitpat8459]

When is the two year update bro.

[@KossRentyuk]

!

[@2011Savere]

What gas are you putting in the car?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Regular 87

[@Declan_Payan]

Great Video! I have A Question Do you like The Lexus Seats better Or your Dads Old Nissan Altima Seats?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I really enjoyed the Altima seats, either are good though

[@s_hassell97]

20k a year is average for my mom. She drives like 60 miles a day to and back from work and she puts anywhere from 18 to 20.

[@snafees7]

you are mentioning your dad in such a way that this car is only for elderly ....well let me tell you this i own this car and and a lexus nx too ...with the f sport ...to my surprise this one is everyones favourite ...smooth spacious and sporty ....

[@TJC450]

Hmm. I'm not sure why Japanese auto makers seem to be having issues with remote starters. A friend of mine picked up a 16 civic w/ factory remote start and I started it the one day using the remote after it had been driven and it literally died... very strange.

[@Hackiesacker007]

Don't get the Commander joke. what do you mean?

[@driveintherain]

Hackiesacker007 He's saying it's very unreliable comparing to the Lexus lol

[@vetinez6594]

Great review :-)

[@sebastian5914]

What car did your friend get to replace her 335i?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Andres Santana 2012 BMW 328i xDrive w/ 55k miles

[@sebastian5914]

ThinkOutsideTheCube ooo that's nice

[@thetechfixer]

ThinkOutsideTheCube How did she feel about the power decrease from the 335 to the 328

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

She didn't mind at all. She was just happy to still be in a BMW after her Dad was making her look at VW Jetta's.

[@landynlathwood5360]

More videos please

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I'll try my best, glad you enjoy them though!

[@kentzheng565]

how do u have 20k miles on that thing with only a year or ownership.... U do uber or something?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

No ubering, just work

[@eggeorge]

Why don't you keep the recirculation on Auto?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I think it only stays on auto if the temperature control is on auto as well.

[@thecarexpert21]

So is the standard audio system good enough? Do you find it lacking?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

I find it adequate enough for me but I could also see how someone would want something more powerful.

[@isaiahsanders9356]

Btw question does this car have Apple car play

[@ZaheemTheDream]

Isaiah Sanders no

[@isaiahsanders9356]

I’m planning on trading in my fiat 500 for one

[@binhbentleydang2863]

How is the reliability so far?

[@agraitlopez4485]

you listening to the video

[@ibdustin15]

$500 off the asking price? I got almost 5 grand off on my Audi. It was 37800 and I left with it at 33600. I drove this car and really liked it. I just don't know if I'm willing to give up AWD. Great car other than that.

[@Cptblogh]

It's because you'll need those 5 grand for future repairs

[@Amir-ie2yz]

Arturo G lmaoooo so true.

[@Tyopozzx]

Great review! Thanks.

[@ianm112]

is lexus ES made in US the same build quality as those made in Japan

[@xUltimatexInstinctx]

NO! The ones in Japan are the best.

[@eduardo9163]

Lol your car turns off if for some reason someone uninvited gets in while you left it on after remote starting it

[@hoderharris]

You keep saying we., did you or Daddy buy the car?

[@alanhumphrey4198]

Daddy's money...

[@anonymousdevildog1406]

Get a Lexus which is the same as Toyota Avelon XLE - u will pay premium cost for maintenance. I pay 1/3 the cost for owning Toyota.

[@Angela-zf8sn]

Nice mouse fur material😂😂🤣

[@mazi082]

Nice

[@smokeyfreshhh]

His daddy bought it for him

[@alanhumphrey4198]

Daddy's money...

[@googoo-gjoob]

he shouldve gotten him some testosterone & a spine.

[@tbyjb]

Don’t put your license plate on video. Not a secured choice.

[@mayito714]

$120 for oil? Wow.

[@gilph3]

Mack Lack insane

[@justinporter6113]

That’s normal for synthetic no matter what car

[@rachelkarengreen99]

So weird you constantly referencing your dad as "dad". He's not OUR dad, he's just your dad, dude xD

[@aussie8114]

Say hi to your dad for me 🙂

[@whymindsetmatters]

I feel like it's more of a 3 year review this is taking so long. 🤯

[@MarcG7424]

You actually paid 100 bucks for a oil change are you kidding me it's just a oil change not a over haul.

[@coquimbo53]

Marc G probably because synthetic oil...well ?.. Lexus required 6.4 quarters of oil... at $10 dollars per quarter plus filter another $20 ... and labor.. Pretty much average price.

[@andywilliam6547]

Good God, a $120 for oil change. That is ridiculous

[@justinporter6113]

Synthetic oil, that’s a normal price

[@marks.9962]

Still great Garrison! I PM'd you on G+ with my Camry! Mark in Iowa.

[@ganapatihegde1024]

The front grill looks horrible. Hope Lexus improves the front grill and make it more sleek and upgrade the aesthetics of the car.

[@Amir-ie2yz]

Ganapati Hegde really. I think the grill looks amazing

[@c3piano]

We have this car and at some angles it's beautiful and other angles it looks ugly to me. So because of that it's not a good design.

[@85prp]

the 2016 Toyota Camery....uhh i mean lexus sorry

[@c3piano]

This year model is based on the Avalon and not the Camery. Previous years it was the Camery. The appointments are nicer in the Lexus plus it has extra features unavailable on the Avalon such as the 3-seat memory and perforated heat and cooled leather. We have both cars in our family and both 2016. Everyone likes the appointments more on the Lexus. It's like the GM line with Cadillac having a nicer finish than the Buick. So no need for the derogatory comment. Americans did it first.

[@spruceguitar]

Your issue with placing sunglasses has not changed since your 6 months review. Why didn't you drive the car... Poor review. Sorry

[@c3piano]

We have the same car and make the same comment. It also needs more storage compartments, IMO. Those aren't deal breakers in not buying the car. We like to leave sunglasses in the car.

[@MrQuarterpiece]

Did you guys get the tire and wheel protection ?

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

No

[@MrQuarterpiece]

Thanks for the reply. Did the push the lock button three times on the key lob for remote start ever work?

[@MrQuarterpiece]

Did the push lock three times on key Lob for remote start ever work?

[@vampiref0ranime986]

@@MrQuarterpiece if u get an answer for that plz let me know , I recently purchase an ES350 2016 and tried to do that and it didn't work for me at all .

[@juansantiago2848]

Nice