Review and specifications
2026 Lexus ES
The Lexus ES has a new look and a new all-electric option for 2026. The new ES is 6.5 inches longer than its predecessor, gets a stiffer structure, and switches to a multilink rear suspension for better handling and a smoother ride. Buyers can choose from a 244-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid drivetrain or a fully-electric version with either 221 hp in front-wheel drive or 338 hp with all-wheel drive. The FWD EV has an EPA range up to 307 miles, and the AWD has up to 276 miles. The ES debuts a new streamlined interior design with better visibility, touch-sensitive buttons, and suede accents. It will also get an upgraded set of advanced driver assistance and safety technology. The electric version goes on sale first, followed by the hybrid later in 2026.
- Market value
- $49,475
- Fuel
- Electric
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Direct, 1-speed
- Category
- Electric luxury cars
- Generation began
- 2026
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $49,475
- Retail value range
- $44,275 - $56,300
- Original MSRP range
- $47,500 - $58,900
- Trade-in range
- $41,240 - $52,490
Ratings
- Reliability
- 4/5
Road tests
- Test status
- Test in progress
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 76 in
- Height
- 61 in
- Wheelbase
- 116 in
- Weight
- 4,865 lb
- Maximum load
- 935 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 9/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Brand context
About Lexus
<p>Lexus, Toyota’s upscale sub-brand, is among the few luxury automakers that successfully merge technologically advanced designs with consistently great reliability. Interiors are quiet and finished with finely-crafted materials. The engines are generally smooth and powerful. Many of its cars and SUVs are available with more fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Lexus continues to sell sedans, although it continues to shift its focus toward SUVs of all sizes. Most of its SUVs have done well in our testing, including the NX, RX, and TX. The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the RZ, is a luxury version of the Toyota bZ EV. Multiple Lexus models have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendation for used cars.</p><p><br/></p>
Vehicle ID: 36563 First published: April 24, 2025 Updated: July 6, 2026
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