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2026 Lexus ES Horsepower and Torque
The 2026 ES comes three ways: the ES 350h hybrid and the all-electric ES 350e and ES 500e. Here is the horsepower, torque and drive of each, with mpg or range by trim, using lexus.com's 2026 ES specifications, read November 10, 2026.
244 hpES 350h hybrid
221 hpES 350e
338 hpES 500e
5.1 secES 500e 0–60 mph
How much horsepower does the 2026 Lexus ES have?
Lexus.com lists 244 net combined hp for the ES 350h (2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid), 221 total system hp for the front-wheel-drive ES 350e and 338 total system hp for the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive ES 500e.
ES horsepower and torque by powertrain
| Model | Powertrain | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 350h | 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid | 244 hp (net combined) | 173 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm (engine) | Electronic CVT | Front- or all-wheel drive |
| ES 350e | Front electric motor, 167 kW | 221 hp (total system) | 198.1 lb-ft (front motor) | – | Front-wheel drive |
| ES 500e | Dual electric motors, 167 kW front / 88 kW rear | 338 hp (total system) | 198.1 lb-ft front / 125 lb-ft rear | – | DIRECT4 all-wheel drive |
From lexus.com's 2026 ES specifications, read November 10, 2026. Lexus.com lists net combined horsepower for the hybrid and total system horsepower for the electric models; torque is as listed for the hybrid engine and for each electric motor. Lexus.com lists no transmission for the electric models.
ES horsepower, mpg and range by trim
| Trims | Horsepower | Lexus.com estimate |
|---|---|---|
| ES 350h Premium, ES 350h Premium+ (FWD) | 244 hp | 46 mpg combined (48 city / 44 hwy), EPA-estimated |
| ES 350h Premium AWD, ES 350h Premium+ AWD | 244 hp | 44 mpg combined (47 city / 42 hwy), EPA-estimated |
| ES 350e Premium, ES 350e Luxury (FWD) | 221 hp | 307 mi EPA-estimated driving range (19-in wheels) |
| ES 500e Premium AWD, ES 500e Luxury AWD | 338 hp | 276 mi EPA-estimated driving range (19-in wheels) |
From lexus.com's 2026 ES specifications, read November 10, 2026. Mpg and driving range are EPA estimates as listed on lexus.com; actual results will vary.
Which ES to choose
For the most power, lexus.com's figures point to the ES 500e: 338 total system horsepower from front and rear motors, DIRECT4 all-wheel drive and 0–60 mph in 5.1 seconds.
The ES 350e is the single-motor, front-wheel-drive electric ES at 221 total system horsepower, with lexus.com's longest ES driving range estimate, 307 miles.
The ES 350h hybrid has 244 net combined horsepower, the choice of front- or all-wheel drive, and EPA-estimated combined mileage of 46 mpg (FWD) or 44 mpg (AWD).
Lexus of Peoria hours
| Department | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sales | Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun closed |
| Service | Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m.-12 p.m.; Sun closed |
From Lexus of Peoria's website, November 10, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Lexus ES horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Lexus ES have?
Lexus.com lists 244 net combined horsepower for the 2026 ES 350h hybrid, 221 total system horsepower for the all-electric ES 350e and 338 total system horsepower for the dual-motor ES 500e.
Which Lexus ES is the most powerful?
The ES 500e. Lexus.com calls it the most powerful ES yet, with 338 total system horsepower from two electric motors, DIRECT4 all-wheel drive and a 0–60 mph time of 5.1 seconds.
How much torque does the ES 350h have?
Lexus.com lists 173 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm for the ES 350h's 2.5L hybrid engine. Its specifications do not give a combined torque figure for the hybrid system.
Is there still a gas-only ES 350?
Not in the 2026 lineup on lexus.com. Its 2026 ES specifications list three versions: the ES 350h hybrid, the all-electric ES 350e and the all-electric ES 500e.
Does all-wheel drive change ES 350h horsepower?
No. Lexus.com lists 244 net combined horsepower for every ES 350h trim, front- or all-wheel drive. The AWD trims have lower mpg estimates: 44 combined against 46 for FWD.
What is the electric range of the ES 350e and ES 500e?
Lexus.com lists an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 307 miles for the ES 350e and 276 miles for the ES 500e, both with 19-inch wheels. Both use a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery.
Driving an ES in person?
Visit Lexus of Peoria at 7301 N Allen Rd in Peoria to compare the ES 350h, ES 350e and ES 500e.
Sources
Horsepower, torque, motors, battery, transmission, drive, mpg, range and the ES 500e 0–60 time are from lexus.com's 2026 ES specifications page, read November 10, 2026. Address and hours are from Lexus of Peoria's own website. Image is a Lexus image, illustrative.
- 2026 Lexus ES specifications and trims: hybrid engine displacement, net combined horsepower and engine torque, electric motor output, total system horsepower and torque, battery, transmission, drive wheels, mpg and driving range; ES 500e 0-60 mph (page data), Lexus, read November 10, 2026
- Address and hours, Lexus of Peoria, November 10, 2026