Lexus Philippines has officially launched the next-generation ES on our shores. The 2027 model comes in three variants, comprising two hybrids and one full EV: the Lexus ES350h Executive, ES350h Luxury, and ES350e.
Starting with the ES350h, the midsize luxury sedan stickers for P4.108 million for the Executive variant and P4.308 million for the Luxury trim. It features a self-charging hybrid system with a 2.5-liter gasoline engine paired with an electric motor producing a combined 241hp. Driving range hasn’t been published for the Philippine-spec model, but expect around 1,070km from a full tank of gas.
Meanwhile, the fully electric ES350e stickers for P5.688 million. It’s powered by an electric motor hooked to a 74.69kWh lithium-ion battery, delivering 221hp and can achieve a driving range of 493km. The ES350e supports Type 2 AC charging and CCS2 DC fast charging.
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Styling-wise, the new ES sports Lexus’ latest design language with sleek lines, a fastback-inspired silhouette, and a reinterpreted spindle front fascia. As for dimensions, the new ES measures 5,140mm long and 1,920mm wide, with a height of 1,555mm for the hybrid and 1,560mm for the BEV. The ES350h sits on 19-inch alloy wheels, while the ES350e has more premium 21-inch alloy wheels.
Moving to the interior, Lexus says the cabin has been designed to create an environment that feels welcoming, intuitive, and effortlessly luxurious—continuing the philosophy of Omotenashi, the Japanese principle of anticipating the needs of every guest.
All variants come standard with a 14-inch touchscreen display and a panoramic tilt-and-slide sunroof. The ES350h Executive receives synthetic leather upholstery and a 10-speaker sound system, while the ES350h Luxury gets perforated synthetic leather seats and a 17-speaker Mark Levinson premium surround-sound system.
Meanwhile, the ES350e comes with semi-aniline leather upholstery, the same 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, and Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) to level up the refined and engaging driving experience.
All variants come with Lexus Safety System+ 4, the automaker’s latest suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) made to deliver across a wide range of everyday driving situations. Some of these features include a back-guide monitor on the ES350h Executive and a panoramic-view monitor on the ES350h Luxury and ES350e.
For a more in-depth look at the three variants, stay tuned for our everything-you-need-to-know story soon. In the meantime, what do you think of the all-new Lexus ES? And would you prefer the top-of-the-line BEV or one of the hybrid variants? Let us know in the comments.
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