Lexus ES 300e FWD and Lexus ES 500e AWD debut at 2025 Auto Shanghai

24 April 2025, 09:10:12

The all-new Lexus ES premiered at Auto Shanghai this week. It is the second of three new Lexus BEV models scheduled to debut by March 2026 and catalyzes a product momentum that coincides with a comprehensive reimagining of the LEXUS brand set to be revealed at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 in October.

Developed under the concept of Experience Elegance and Electrified Sedan, this model aspires to deliver a refined driving experience across every scene, further enhancing quietness and ride comfort while staying in tune with customer needs. Both HEV and BEV powertrains are offered to meet a diverse range of mobility demands. The design draws inspiration from the next-generation BEV concept, LF-ZC, marking a bold evolution in the Lexus design language that begins with the new ES.

Deepening the expression of elegance, the design creates a clean, welcoming atmosphere that is uniquely Lexus. The exterior strikes a delicate balance between intelligent packaging and proportions that highlight the sedan's inherent beauty, realizing a sleek, flowing silhouette that hints at the emotional driving experience to come. Inside, Lexus debuts two groundbreaking innovations: the world's first Responsive Hidden Switches, which seamlessly blend physical controls into the interior for both functionality and sophistication, and the Sensory Concierge, a Lexus-first feature that delivers a personalized, immersive cabin experience.

Building on its spacious rear-seat design, the new Lexus ES enhances comfort and luxury to create a more refined cabin experience. Furthermore, by thoroughly refining the vehicle's core fundamentals and electrification technologies, the new model aims for a high-level balance between handling that creates a seamless connection between driver and car - offering a level of engagement that inspires the desire to drive endlessly - and ride comfort and cabin quietness that naturally bring a smile to everyone on board. Additionally, the ES integrates next-generation multimedia for enhanced connectivity and convenience, along with the latest Lexus Safety System+ for advanced safety and peace of mind.

The BEV powertrain is available in two models - Lexus ES 300e FWD and Lexus ES 500e AWD. The FWD model has a system output of 165 kW, 8.9 s of 0-100 km/h acceleration, and approx. 685 km of range. The AWD variant has a 252 kW total power output, a 5.9 s of 0-100 km/h acceleration, and approx. 610 km of range. Both support 150 kW charging, and depending on the outside temperature, they can charge from 10% to 80% in 30-60 minutes. A phased rollout of the models across various regions is scheduled to begin in the middle of 2026.

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