2026
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2026 Lexus ES
350e Premium
500e Premium
350e Luxury
500e Luxury
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Lexus ES Trim Levels
4 trims available for 2026. Starting from $47,500 to $58,900. Compare any two trims side by side to see exactly what changes.
Latest year: 2026
3 years tracked
6 popular comparisons
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4 trims tracked with 6 direct comparisons.
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ES 350e Premium vs ES 500e Premium
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ES 350e Premium vs ES 350e Luxury
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ES 350e Premium vs ES 500e Luxury
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2026 Lexus ES Trim Levels Compared
Every 2026 ES trim side by side: price, engine, horsepower, drivetrain, and efficiency. Select a trim name to open every direct comparison involving it.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Engine | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Combined MPGe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350e Premium | $47,500 | electric | 221 hp | FWD | — |
| 500e Premium | $50,500 | electric | 338 hp | AWD | — |
| 350e Luxury | $55,900 | electric | 221 hp | FWD | — |
| 500e Luxury | $58,900 | electric | 338 hp | AWD | — |
Starting MSRP excludes options and destination. Specifications reflect available data as of early 2026; confirm details with an authorized dealer before purchasing.
How Lexus Structures the ES Lineup
The 2026 Lexus ES is available in 4 trims: 350e Premium, 500e Premium, 350e Luxury, 500e Luxury. The 350e Premium is the entry point, and the 500e Luxury sits at the top of the range. All trims share the same platform and core engineering. What changes between them is features, comfort, and in some cases wheels and appearance.
Adjacent trims usually differ in tech and convenience features. Bigger jumps often include powertrain or capability changes. If you're still deciding between models, see the full Lexus hub. If you're not sure which trim level to target, our how to pick a trim guide and packages vs. trims breakdown can help.
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How to Pick a Trim
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Packages vs. Trims
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Mid-Trim Value
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Lexus ES Buying Questions
Use these answers when you are still narrowing this lineup, then jump into the 2026 ES year hub, the full Lexus hub, our trim-picking guide, or the packages vs. trims breakdown when the question turns from one model into the bigger shopping decision.
How many 2026 Lexus ES trim levels are there?
The 2026 Lexus ES has 4 trim levels: 350e Premium, 500e Premium, 350e Luxury, 500e Luxury. Prices range from $47,500 to $58,900.
Which 2026 Lexus ES trim should I start with?
Start with the trim closest to the middle of the 2026 ES lineup, then compare one trim down and one trim up. That usually reveals whether the real value break is above the 350e Premium entry trim or closer to the better-equipped middle trims.
What is the cheapest 2026 Lexus ES trim?
The 350e Premium is the entry point in the current 2026 Lexus ES lineup, starting around $47,500 before destination and options.
How much more does the top 2026 Lexus ES trim cost?
The walk from the 350e Premium to the 500e Luxury is about $11,400 in the current 2026 lineup. That is the price range this hub is built to unpack before you click into a direct head-to-head page.
What usually changes as you move up the 2026 Lexus ES trim ladder?
Most lineups add comfort and convenience equipment first (heated seats, larger screens, better audio), then save the bigger luxury or performance moves for the upper trims. Adjacent comparisons make each step visible.
How many Lexus ES trims does TrimAtlas track?
TrimAtlas currently tracks 4 published trims for 2026 and 3 model years overall for the Lexus ES. Use the direct comparison links on this page to jump straight into the most common trim walk-ups.
How do I know if the top 2026 Lexus ES trim is overkill?
Open the highest adjacent matchup below the 500e Luxury first. If the step into the top trim mostly adds luxury touches, appearance upgrades, or equipment you would only notice occasionally, the better answer is usually one rung lower.
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Lexus ES Trims by Year
Each year hub gives you the full trim ladder, MSRP spread, and the direct comparison routes published for that model year.
2025
91 comparisons
2025 Lexus ES
250
350
300h
250 F SPORT Design
350 F SPORT Design
250 Luxury
350 Luxury
300h F SPORT Design
350 F SPORT Handling
300h Luxury
300h F SPORT Handling
250 Ultra Luxury
350 Ultra Luxury
300h Ultra Luxury
2024
91 comparisons
2024 Lexus ES
250
350
300h
250 F SPORT Design
350 F SPORT Design
250 Luxury
350 Luxury
300h F SPORT Design
350 F SPORT Handling
300h Luxury
300h F SPORT Handling
250 Ultra Luxury
350 Ultra Luxury
300h Ultra Luxury
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Popular Lexus ES Trim Matchups
These are the direct routes shoppers usually want first: entry trim versus mid-trim, mid-trim versus premium trim, and the most common upgrade decisions.
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