The fifth generation EU appeared in February 2006 with a new Lexus design style called the L-finesse. The new design is smoother, sleeker with characteristic lines running through the hood and wings. The EU also no longer shares its design with Toyota models. The new ES features a six-speed automatic transmission with front-wheel drive and a Toyota Camry aluminum 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 engine with 272 hp (203 kW) and a variable valve timing system. Lexus accelerates to 100 km / h in less than 7 seconds - one of the best results in its class. The car is quite economical - 11.2 l / 100 km in the city and 7.8 l / 100 km on the highway. The fifth-generation EU continues its tradition as a luxury, very smooth and comfortable sedan. It is a faster, more powerful and more aerodynamic (Cd 0.28) car than the Lexus flagship LS 400.