Lexus ES 2026 moves to hybrid and EV power with a calm, luxury focus
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The 2026 Lexus ES switches to a multi-pathway platform offering three variants—ES 350h hybrid (FWD/AWD, 244 hp, ~46 MPG), ES 350e BEV (FWD, up to 307 miles), and ES 500e BEV AWD (338 hp, ~276 miles). It’s larger, roomier, and emphasizes comfort over sport, with a 14-inch touchscreen, optional 21-inch wheels, and a rear-seat Executive Package on the 350e Luxury. Prices start around $48,895 for the 350e Premium and rise to $60,295 for the 500e Luxury AWD, delivering a refined, quiet luxury sedan more than a performance machine.
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