When was the Lexus ES 350 redesigned?
The Lexus ES 350 was redesigned for the 2013 model year and again for the 2019 model year.
These redesigns reflect two major milestones in the model’s evolution: a mid-cycle styling and tech refresh in 2013, followed by a complete generational overhaul in 2019 that introduced a new platform, more space, and advanced technology. The ES 350 has continued to evolve within its current generation since 2019.
2013 redesign: Mid-cycle refresh
The 2013 refresh brought notable updates to styling, interior quality, and technology while keeping the same generation chassis.
- Exterior styling updated with a more aggressive front end, revised headlights, and a refined silhouette.
- Interior upgrades featuring higher-grade materials, improved instrument cluster, and more comfortable seating.
- Ride and noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) reductions through chassis tweaks and better insulation.
- Enhanced technology and safety features, expanding standard and available equipment.
- Powertrain remained the familiar 3.5-liter V6 with refinements for smoother operation and efficiency.
The 2013 refresh kept the ES 350 competitive in the midsize-luxury segment until the next major redesign.
2019 redesign: New generation and platform
The 2019 redesign marked a full-generation overhaul, moving the ES 350 onto a new platform and introducing modern styling and technology.
- New GA-K platform underpins the ES, delivering more interior space, improved rigidity, and a smoother ride.
- Significantly redesigned exterior and interior, with a more contemporary, premium look and feel.
- Updated infotainment and connectivity, including smartphone integration options such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Powertrain continuity for the ES 350’s 3.5-liter V6, along with efficiency and refinement improvements; hybrid options continued in the lineup.
- Enhanced safety and driver-assistance features as part of an updated Lexus Safety System+ package.
This redesign established the current generation of the ES 350, which has continued to evolve with ongoing updates and refinements.
Summary
In summary, the Lexus ES 350 underwent two major redesigns: a mid-cycle refresh in 2013 and a full-generation overhaul in 2019. The 2013 update refreshed styling, interior quality, and tech, while the 2019 redesign introduced a new platform, expanded space, and modernized features that define the current ES 350.
