NEW DETAILS: THE 2026 LEXUS ES WILL BE A FAST AND UNUSUALLY VERSATILE LUXURY SEDAN

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The 2026 Lexus ES is poised for a significant transformation, moving towards a fully electrified future. While the current ES is deemed a competent luxury sedan, the reviewer strongly advises potential buyers to consider the new Toyota Camry, which offers comparable or superior performance and efficiency at a lower price point. The upcoming ES will likely feature a fifth-generation hybrid system, producing around 250 horsepower and achieving up to 45 MPG, alongside two fully electric variants: the 350e, expected to offer around 250 horsepower and 300 miles of range, and a performance-oriented 500e, potentially delivering 350 horsepower with a 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds and approximately 265 miles of range. Notably, a V6 engine is not expected to return, and a plug-in hybrid option appears unlikely in the immediate future. Production is slated to begin in Japan around mid-2025, with a potential reveal by the end of 2024.