16:21 08-04-2026
New Lexus ES electric model arrives in the UK
Discover the fully electric Lexus ES, launching in the UK from May 1 with a starting price of £59,345. Features include up to 529 km range, 150 kW charging, and advanced tech.
Lexus is launching the new ES in the UK market, marking its first fully electric version. Sales will begin on May 1, with a starting price of £59,345 (€68,247).
The model will be available in three trim levels and is aimed at competing with the BMW i5 and Audi A6 e-tron. Unlike in other markets, a hybrid version will not be offered in the UK.
The base Lexus ES 350e features a single electric motor with 221 horsepower and a 77 kWh battery. Its range reaches up to 529 km on the WLTP cycle. The top-tier ES 500e version has dual motors, delivering 338 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Charging supports up to 150 kW, allowing a charge from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes. Built on the TNGA-K platform, the car comes with a multi-link suspension and adaptive steering.
Standard equipment includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 14-inch multimedia screen, along with advanced safety systems such as driver fatigue monitoring and automatic emergency braking.