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2026 Lexus ES
Car and Driver says Lexus's entry-level luxury sedan gets a makeover for 2026: dramatically changed styling, a body over six inches longer for a more spacious cabin, and a new 14.0-inch touchscreen (up from 12.3 inches) with integrated climate-control knobs featuring their own temperature readouts. MSRP runs $51,095-$57,295. Lexus of Freehold's comparison says every 2026 ES trim undercuts the starting price of the BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Genesis G80, and Audi A6, offering a hybrid ES350h (44-46 mpg combined) plus two EV options, the ES350e (~307-mile range) and ES500e (~276-mile range) -- a hybrid-or-EV choice no competitor on the list offers within one model line.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.5L hybrid four-cylinder (ES 350h) or electric motor(s) (ES 350e FWD, ES 500e AWD)
Output244 / 221 / 338 hp
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Seating5
Decision answers23Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Lexus's entry-level luxury sedan is the beneficiary of a makeover for 2026. Styling is dramatically changed over the 2025 model, and the new ES is over six inches longer than the outgoing one, which Lexus says makes the cabin more spacious. Inside, a new 14.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system replaces last year's smaller 12.3-inch unit, featuring integrated climate control knobs with their own individual temperature readout screens.
Pricing for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $51,095-$57,295.
Lexus of Freehold (opens in a new tab) says the ES350e starts at $48,895, the ES350h at $51,095, and the ES500e at $51,895, with every 2026 ES trim undercutting the starting price of the BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Genesis G80, and Audi A6.
How it compares to its closest rivals
Lexus of Freehold (opens in a new tab) says no competitor on its list offers the same hybrid-or-EV choice within one model line: the ES350h returns 46 mpg combined FWD (44 AWD), the ES350e offers about 307 miles of EV range, and the ES500e about 276 miles, all while undercutting rivals on price and retaining Lexus's reliability and resale value.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Lexus ES?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a full redesign: new styling, a longer body, and a bigger 14.0-inch touchscreen.
How much does the 2026 Lexus ES cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $51,095 to $57,295.
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Record summary
What to know first
MY2026 is a full 8th-generation redesign: the ES is now electrified-only, with no gas-only powertrain offered. ES 350h is the hybrid at 244 hp (up from the outgoing ES 300h's 215 hp) with a new-for-2026 AWD option; ES 350e is the FWD-only battery-electric variant at 221 hp (307 mi EPA range); ES 500e is the dual-motor AWD battery-electric flagship at 338 hp (276 mi EPA range).
Model-year note
This is a full redesign, not a refresh: the previous ES 250, 300h and 350 gas and hybrid lineup (Base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, F Sport Design and F Sport Handling trims) is entirely gone for 2026, so none of those specs, trims or outputs exist on the 2026 car. The hybrid (ES 350h) trims are Premium and Premium+; the battery-electric (ES 350e and 500e) trims are Premium and Luxury. Trim names differ by powertrain family even though Premium appears in both.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Premium | Entry trim | See full equipment map |
| Premium+ | Trim 2 of 3 | See full equipment map |
| Luxury | Top trim | Upgraded interior materials over base, Same engine choices as base |
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Top trim
Luxury
- Upgraded interior materials over base
- Same engine choices as base
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Lexus ES: 6 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 350e Premium | Electric Motor | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | FWD | 7.4 s | 99 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | ||
| ES 350h Premium | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | Automatic, ECVT | AWD | 244 | 175 | 7.3 s | 124 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| ES 500e Premium | Dual Electric Motors | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | AWD | 5.1 s | 112 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | ||
| ES 350h Premium+ | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | Automatic, ECVT | AWD | 244 | 175 | 7.3 s | 124 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| ES 350e Luxury | Electric Motor | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | FWD | 7.4 s | 99 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | ||
| ES 500e Luxury | Dual Electric Motors | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | AWD | 5.1 s | 112 mph | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 350e Premium | 4,608 lb | 202.4 in | 61.4 in | 116.1 in | 38.3 in | 41.9 in | 19" | |
| ES 350h Premium | 4,035 lb | 202.3 in | 61.2 in | 116.1 in | 14.5 gal | 38.2 in | 41.8 in | 19" |
| ES 500e Premium | 4,828 lb | 202.4 in | 61.4 in | 116.1 in | 38.3 in | 41.9 in | 19" | |
| ES 350h Premium+ | 4,035 lb | 202.3 in | 61.2 in | 116.1 in | 14.5 gal | 38.2 in | 41.8 in | 19" |
| ES 350e Luxury | 4,663 lb | 202.4 in | 61.4 in | 116.1 in | 38.3 in | 41.9 in | 19" | |
| ES 500e Luxury | 4,883 lb | 202.4 in | 61.4 in | 116.1 in | 38.3 in | 41.9 in | 19" |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Lexus ES trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | ES 350e Premium | ES 350h Premium | ES 500e Premium | ES 350h Premium+ | ES 350e Luxury | ES 500e Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver-attention monitor | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | – | Std | – | Std | – | – |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Emergency and security services | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated rear seats | – | – | – | – | Opt | – |
| Heated steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated windshield | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | – | – | Opt | – |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt |
| Fog lights | – | Std | – | Std | – | – |
| Power-folding mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | – | Std | – | Std | – | – |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
6 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50450ES 350e (19 inch Wheels) | Electric motor / not listedEV | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 135 | 118 | 127 | 307 mi |
| 50451ES 350e (21 inch Wheels) | Electric motor / not listedEV | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 129 | 112 | 121 | 292 mi |
| 50445ES 350h | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 48 | 44 | 46 | N/A |
| 50446ES 350h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 47 | 42 | 44 | N/A |
| 50452ES 500e AWD (19 inch Wheels) | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 119 | 108 | 114 | 276 mi |
| 50453ES 500e AWD (21 inch Wheels) | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 118 | 105 | 112 | 272 mi |
Direct answers
23 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 ES come in?
The 2026 Lexus ES (midsize luxury sedan) comes in 3 trims: Premium, Premium+, Luxury.
Source: Lexus
Q02What are the 2026 ES trims?
The 2026 Lexus ES trims are Premium, Premium+, Luxury, listed from the entry Premium up to the top Luxury.
Source: Lexus
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 ES use?
The 2026 Lexus ES is built around 2.5L hybrid four-cylinder (ES 350h) or electric motor(s) (ES 350e FWD, ES 500e AWD), rated at 244 / 221 / 338 horsepower across its midsize luxury sedan body style.
Source: Lexus specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 ES?
The 2026 Lexus ES is offered with FWD / AWD.
Source: Lexus specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 ES?
This is a full redesign, not a refresh: the previous ES 250, 300h and 350 gas and hybrid lineup (Base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, F Sport Design and F Sport Handling trims) is entirely gone for 2026, so none of those specs, trims or outputs exist on the 2026 car. The hybrid (ES 350h) trims are Premium and Premium+; the battery-electric (ES 350e and 500e) trims are Premium and Luxury. Trim names differ by powertrain family even though Premium appears in both.
Source: Lexus model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2026 Lexus ES have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 13 to 14 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2026 Lexus ES.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07What engine oil does the 2026 Lexus ES take?
The 2026 Lexus ES owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-8, with an oil-change capacity of 4.5 US quarts. Source: 2026 Lexus ES owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q08How much cargo space does the 2026 Lexus ES have (hybrid (ES 350h))?
Cargo volume is 18.4 cu ft. Documented for the 2026 Lexus ES in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q09How much cargo space does the 2026 Lexus ES have (electric (ES 350e/500e))?
Cargo volume is 18.3 cu ft. Documented for the 2026 Lexus ES in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What battery does the 2026 Lexus ES use (ES 350h hybrid system)?
The battery is 8 years / 100,000 miles hybrid system warranty, 10 years / 150,000 miles hybrid battery warranty. Documented for the 2026 Lexus ES in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q11What battery does the 2026 Lexus ES use (ES 350e/500e EV components)?
The battery is 8 years / 100,000 miles warranty. Documented for the 2026 Lexus ES in Web search aggregate (dealer/research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q12What does the Single motor, FWD (ES 350e) engine in the 2026 Lexus ES deliver?
Horsepower: 221 hp. Torque: 198 lb-ft. These figures belong to the Single motor, FWD (ES 350e) configuration of the 2026 Lexus ES, not to a trim name: one engine can appear on several trims and one trim can be offered with more than one engine, so match the engine on the window sticker before applying them. Documented 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q13Is the 2026 Lexus ES electric?
The redesigned 2026 ES debuts as an electric-first model, launching in four EV trims (350e Premium, 350e Luxury, 500e Premium, 500e Luxury), with hybrid 350h models arriving later in the model year.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q14What is the range of the 2026 Lexus ES 350e?
The 350e's single front motor and 74.7-kWh battery make 221 horsepower and deliver up to 307 miles of range.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q15What is the range of the 2026 Lexus ES 500e?
The 500e adds a second rear motor for all-wheel drive and a 76.96-kWh battery, making 338 horsepower with up to 276 miles of range — less than the 350e's 307 miles due to the added motor and AWD.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q16How much does the 2026 Lexus ES cost?
EV pricing starts at $48,795 including destination and runs to $60,195 for the 500e Luxury. The hybrid ES 350h Premium starts at $50,995, or $52,395 with all-wheel drive.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q17What engine does the 2026 Lexus ES 350h hybrid have?
The 350h uses Toyota's sixth-generation hybrid system with a 2.5-liter inline-four, rated at a peak 244 horsepower, reaching 0-60 mph in 7.3 seconds (7.1 with optional AWD).
Source: Dealer research pages
Q18How long does the 2026 Lexus ES take to charge at home?
EPA lists 8 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger for all 4 charging configurations of the 2026 Lexus ES.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q19What kind of brakes does the 2026 Lexus ES have?
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Lexus ES with four-wheel disc brakes.
Q20What suspension does the 2026 Lexus ES use?
MotorTrend describes the 2026 Lexus ES's suspension this way. Front: a MacPherson-type strut design. Rear: a multi-link design.
Q21How quickly does the 2026 Lexus ES accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
The 2026 Lexus ES's 0-60 mph time is 5.1 seconds on the ES 500e Premium and ES 500e Luxury, 7.3 seconds on the ES 350h Premium and ES 350h Premium+ and 7.4 seconds on the ES 350e Premium and ES 350e Luxury. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q22What is the 2026 Lexus ES's top speed?
The 2026 Lexus ES's top speed is 99 mph on the ES 350e Premium and ES 350e Luxury, 112 mph on the ES 500e Premium and ES 500e Luxury and 124 mph on the ES 350h Premium and ES 350h Premium+. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q23How do the 2026 Lexus ES trims differ from one another?
The ES 350h Premium has AWD instead of FWD and alloy wheels, a driver-attention monitor, fog lights and 3 more as standard equipment over the ES 350e Premium. The ES 350h Premium+ has alloy wheels, a driver-attention monitor, fog lights and 4 more as standard equipment over the ES 500e Premium. The ES 350e Luxury has FWD instead of AWD over the ES 350h Premium+. The ES 500e Luxury has AWD instead of FWD over the ES 350e Luxury.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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