2026 Lexus ES EV
Key takeaways
- The ES has dutifully served as Lexus's entry-level luxury sedan since the marque's inception, and now an electric variant joins the lineup.
- With an enduring reputation for its quiet and comfort-oriented personality, silent electric propulsion serves to enhance those traits, making the ES even more tranquil—something its buyers will no doubt appreciate.
- Compare the 2026 Lexus ES EV with the top vehicles in this segment with our new compare tool.
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Lexus MSRP$48,895–$60,295Shop New Shop Used Get your trade-in value HIGHSQuiet and comfortable operation, luxurious and spacious interior, lots of car for the money.LOWSAcceleration isn’t as quick as we’d expect from an EV, handling could be sharper, uncompetitive range estimates.VERDICTThe ES maintains its in its plush character in the transition to electric power and provides good value, but it’s neither as quick nor as efficient as competitors.For Sale Near You See all results for new 2026 Lexus ES EV for sale near 228211
The ES has dutifully served as Lexus's entry-level luxury sedan since the marque's inception, and now an electric variant joins the lineup. In terms of appearance, the ES EV, as it's called, is indistinguishable from the standard ES—itself now only available as a conventional hybrid—which was comprehensively redesigned for 2026.
Powered by either of two electric powertrain options under its sharp, contemporary bodywork, the entry ES350e delivers 224 horsepower to its front wheels while the ES500e trim ups output to 338 horsepower and features all-wheel drive. With an enduring reputation for its quiet and comfort-oriented personality, silent electric propulsion serves to enhance those traits, making the ES even more tranquil—something its buyers will no doubt appreciate.