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Lexus Reveals Eighth-Generation ES with Hybrid and Electric Powertrains

The redesigned ES debuts on the GA-K platform, offering hybrid and BEV options, enhanced dimensions, and a driver-focused interior ahead of its 2026 European launch.

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Lexus nennt weitere Daten zur E-Limousine ES

Overview

  • The eighth-generation Lexus ES, unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2025, features a fastback-inspired design and a larger footprint, measuring 5.14 meters in length.
  • Built on the flexible GA-K platform, the ES offers a hybrid ES 300h and two BEV variants, the ES 350e and ES 500e, with WLTP ranges of 530 kilometers.
  • BEV models support 150 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10–80% charge in approximately 30 minutes, though competitors offer faster charging times.
  • The Tazuna cockpit design integrates a 12.3-inch digital cluster, a 14-inch touchscreen, and sustainable materials like bamboo and synthetic leather.
  • Set to launch in Europe in spring 2026, the ES 300h starts at €55,350, while BEV variants are expected to exceed €60,000.