2022 Lexus ES facelift in Malaysia, priced from RM296k

Launched not too long ago is the 2022 Lexus ES facelift, which gets refreshed to take on the similarly updated G30 BMW 5 Series and W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. While the German duo are locally-assembled, the Lexus is fully imported from Japan.

Despite being a CBU, pricing for the premium Japanese executive sedan starts from RM295,663 for the Premium, RM329,910 for the Luxury, and RM345,134 for the range-topping F Sport. Two new colours – Sonic Iridium and Sonic Chrome – have been added to the palette this time, bringing the total offering to eight. The F Sport variant also comes with two exclusive interior, which are Heat Blue Contrast Layering and White Nova Glass Flake, as seen here.

The Lexus ES 250 is powered by a 2.5 litre Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine, making 204 hp at 6,600 rpm and 247 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm. The direct-injection A25A-FKS naturally aspirated unit is paired to a Direct Shift conventional eight-speed automatic transmission sending drive to the front wheels. Steering shift paddles are standard.

Also standard is the latest Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+), which includes a raft of advanced driving aids such as AEB, adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, lane keeping assist, lane tracing assist, and a whole lot more.

Watch our walk-around video to see how the ES stacks up against the more mainstream German choices. If you’re keen, you can watch our reviews of the E-Class facelift and 5 Series LCI. You can also browse CarBase.my to see its equipment and specifications, or compare it against other vehicles.

GALLERY: 2022 Lexus ES 250 F Sport