Lexus ES 2026 has finally received a fully electric powertrain. For better or for worse. The eight generation of the premium sedan is also available as a "self-charging" hybrid, but there is no PHEV variant. Does a luxury sedan with a traction battery hidden under the floor still possess the traditional soul of the brand?
Here is what I will look into and show you in this review:
The Paradox of Size: Why did this model have to grow so drastically, and what does that mean for everyday city maneuvering?
Hidden Switches: Where did the designers hide the dashboard buttons, and is it actually a practical solution?
The Big Mystery Under the Bonnet: What did the clever minds at Toyota decide to put in the space where EVs usually have a front boot?
A Gearbox that... Isn't There: How does the manual mode with paddle shifters, a simulated tachometer, and a rev limiter work in an electric car?
Real-World Battery Capabilities: How much of the official range claims are left in reality, and how does the car perform at fast chargers?
Engineering Pitfalls: What went wrong with the emergency door-opening system, and why might the configurator for this model leave you deeply puzzled?
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