The Lexus ES is a line of mid-size executive cars introduced in 1989 by Lexus, Toyota's luxury division. Over the years, the ES has gone through multiple generations, each equipped with V6 engines and a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Initially based on the Toyota Camry platform, later iterations of the ES have been more closely associated with both the Camry and Avalon models.
Noteworthy points in the ES's evolution include the availability of manual transmissions until 1993, the introduction of a lower-displacement inline-four engine in Asian markets in 2010, and the debut of a gasoline-electric hybrid version in 2012. The ES held the distinction of being Lexus's sole front-wheel-drive vehicle until the introduction
