Lexus, a luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Toyota, has unveiled the 2013 ES 350 midsize sedan and the first hybrid version ES 300h at the New York International auto show in US.
The ES 350 is powered by a 3.5 litre six-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission which uses low-friction parts to further boost the overall efficiency.
Lexus' ES 300h hybrid is powered by a 2.5 litre four-cylinder engine which is expected to deliver a combined city/highway fuel economy rating of about 40mpg.
The hybrid version is offered in four driving modes which include normal, sport, eco and EV.
Lexus said that the new versions will be equipped with safety features including enhanced roadside assistance, an emergency assistance button (SOS), stolen vehicle location services, and automatic collision notification to a safety connect centre.
