What car has a smooth ride similar to a Lexus ES 350?

[TugOfPeace]

I used to own a 2010 ES 350 with special tires for a smooth ride. I remember I would frequently go past 100mph and it was like driving on clouds.

My favorite car from a looks standpoint is an Audi S5, but I test drove that vehicle and it was a much rougher ride at high speeds. Didnt strike me as a luxury car.

If I wanted the ES 350 ride in a more sporty looking body, what car would that be?

[theory816]

I used to own a 2010 ES 350 with special tires for a smooth ride. I remember I would frequently go past 100mph and it was like driving on clouds.

My favorite car from a looks standpoint is an Audi S5, but I test drove that vehicle and it was a much rougher ride at high speeds. Didnt strike me as a luxury car.

If I wanted the ES 350 ride in a more sporty looking body, what car would that be?

All new cars ride pretty smooth brah.

[NinGood]

Seems like looking for that Lexus ES 350 smooth ride but in a sportier package is a cool quest. The Audi S5 is sharp, but I get why its ride might not match the Lexus for you. Have you considered the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe? It offers a blend of luxury and sportiness with a ride that's often praised for its comfort. If lighting upgrades are on your mind for whatever car you choose, Auxbeam customer service can help make sure you're well-lit on your cloud-like cruises.

[Cartiac]

Since you like the Audi S5 but want a softer smoother ride, it sounds like the Audi A5 might be exactly the car you want. The S5 is the performance tuned version of the A5 so it is intentionally going to sacrifice some of the comfort aspects. The A5 will give you that smoother, softer ride that you are looking for with the looks that you love, and it is significantly less expensive than the S5.

Another thing to consider is your ES was probably on 17s and the S5 probably on 19s, wheel size makes a significant difference on ride quality. If you put 19s on the ES you would feel significantly more than you did on the 17s.

[EDcellent]

Is an A8 in your budget? I know it's a big car, but it's an incredibly comfy chassis. Plenty of room too, I occasionally get issues from my sciatica, but I had no issues during test drives in those cars. Plenty of room, even at 6'4" 250lbs. For an economical version, try to find one with the 3.0T. Great fuel economy but still provides good response and power.

[KilaByte]

Since you like the Audi S5 but want a softer smoother ride, it sounds like the Audi A5 might be exactly the car you want. The S5 is the performance tuned version of the A5 so it is intentionally going to sacrifice some of the comfort aspects. The A5 will give you that smoother, softer ride that you are looking for with the looks that you love, and it is significantly less expensive than the S5.

Another thing to consider is your ES was probably on 17s and the S5 probably on 19s, wheel size makes a significant difference on ride quality. If you put 19s on the ES you would feel significantly more than you did on the 17s.

Agreed on all points. A lot of people don't know that a larger wheel/ reduced sidewall make a huge difference, not just the suspension.

The S5 is a sport model, it will definitely ride a good amount harsher than a base A5.

I rode in my coworker's base 3 series, very comfy, in comparison my M3 to some people feels like it's going to compress their spine, even though it's perfectly fine for me, esp with the suspension in comfort mode (I HATE driving floaty boats though)

[2011change]

I got a Lexus ES hybrid. HOLY CHIT - quiet and SMOOTH AF.

Double pane windows, super insulated, super reliable, super good MPG (45 MPG). BALLIN AF

[theory816]

I got a Lexus ES hybrid. HOLY CHIT - quiet and SMOOTH AF.

Double pane windows, super insulated, super reliable, super good MPG (45 MPG). BALLIN AF

Yeah but you paying 40k+ for a car. LOL.