The Lexus ES 500e becomes the brand's first electric vehicle to go on sale in India, priced at Rs 89.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
The ES 500e offers a claimed range of 580km from a 74.68kWh battery pack, paired with a dual-motor AWD system producing 343hp and 438 Nm.
For Lexus India, March 20, 2026, is a date worth marking. The Japanese luxury marque formally joined the country's electric vehicle market with the introduction of the ES 500e, its first battery-powered car to go on sale here. Priced at Rs 89.99 lakh (ex-showroom), it lands in a segment that is growing with intent, and Lexus has made sure it arrives fully loaded.
A Design That Makes No Effort to Hide Its Electric Identity
The ES 500e's exterior is clean, considered, and immediately recognisable as a Lexus. Up front, twin L-signature LED lamps flank a blanked-off grille, a detail that speaks quietly but clearly to the car's zero-emissions credentials. Projector LED headlights, LED fog lamps, and vertical black elements on the bumper complete a front end that looks purposeful rather than showy.
The side profile tells a similar story. A rising beltline, a black Z-shaped trim on the doors, and semi-flush door handles give the ES 500e a sculpted, aerodynamic appearance. The fastback-like sloping roofline flows into a rear that features the L-signature lamps once more, now joined by a full-width LED lightbar and illuminated Lexus lettering a premium touch that is hard to miss at night.
The car sits on 21-inch aerodynamically optimised alloy wheels, and buyers can choose from five exterior colours, namely White Nova, Sonic Titanium, Sou, Graphite Black, and Sonic Copper.
Performance and Range That Back Up the Premium Price Tag
Beneath the elegant bodywork lies a powertrain that is genuinely quick for a luxury saloon. A 74.68kWh battery pack feeds a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, producing a combined 343hp and 438 Nm of torque.
The 0-100kph sprint is dispatched in a claimed 5.5 seconds, and Lexus quotes a range of 580 kilometres on a single charge, figures that should hold up well in real-world city driving.
Charging Options for Day-to-Day and Long-Distance Use
Charging practicality has been well thought through. An 11kW AC home charger handles overnight top-ups without any fuss, while a 150kW DC fast charger can take the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in just 28 minutes.
For a car of this calibre and price, those numbers are exactly where they should be.
A Cabin That Prioritises Comfort and Technology in Equal Measure
Open the door and the interior makes an immediate impression. Two dashboard themes are available, black and tan or black and white, both offering a refined, unhurried ambience.
A 14-inch touchscreen takes centre stage, paired with a 12.3-inch digital driver's display. A 17-speaker Mark Levinson sound system handles audio duties, and three-zone climate control ensures everyone aboard remains comfortable regardless of what the Indian weather decides to do.
Rear window sunshades and a powered tailgate round out what is a genuinely well-equipped package for the money.
What Comes Next for the ES Lineup in India
With ES 500e bookings now underway, Lexus has also confirmed that the hybrid-powered ES350h will arrive in India later this year. The ES 500e is therefore the first word in what appears to be a considered, long-term commitment to the Indian market, rather than a one-off statement.
For buyers seeking a premium electric saloon with real-world practicality and a well-established luxury badge, it arrives at the right time.
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