LEXUS ES350e: An “Half Hearted” EV From A “Half Hearted” EV Manufacturer! NEW
SmartGrandads Overview
The Lexus ES 350e should be a pride milestone as the brand’s first dedicated electric executive sedan.
Blending sleek Japanese design with silent electric propulsion, it offers a WLTP range of 581 km / 361 miles.
Pricing spans approximately €45,000 – €55,000 / £42,000 – £50,000 / $48,895 – $56,000 depending on market and trim. Lexus covers the vehicle with a 4-Year/50,000-Mile base warranty alongside an impressive 8-Year/100,000-Mile battery warranty (extended up to 10 years/1,000,000 km in select regions via annual service checks).
But unfortunately there so many of the features that are average or below for an EV, it is a disappointment.
Body Style and Size Segment
The ES 350e is an E-segment executive four-door luxury sedan. It measures 5,140 mm in length, 1,920 mm in width, and 1,560 mm in height, sitting on a generous 2,950 mm wheelbase.
Platform Architecture
Built on Toyota’s 400V GA-K modular architecture, it houses a 77 kWh gross (72 kWh usable) Lithium-Ion battery. Power goes to a front-mounted synchronous motor producing 165 kW (221 hp).
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WLTP Range: 581 km / 361 miles
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Efficiency: 14.6 kWh/100 km (6.85 km/kWh / 4.25 miles/kWh)
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0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 8.0 seconds
Technical Capabilities
Features Lexus Safety System+ 4.0 with adaptive cruise, lane keeping, and intelligent parking assist. Fast-charges at up to 150 kW DC (10–80% in ~28 mins) and 22 kW AC. It does not support V2L, V2H, or V2G bidirectional charging.
Quality & Warranty
The cabin uses sustainable layered bamboo trim, semi-aniline leather, and soft-touch upholstery. Storage includes 517 Litres rear boot capacity with 0 Litres front storage (no frunk). Includes a 4-year/50,000-mile vehicle warranty and 8-year/100,000-mile EV battery protection.
App Functionality
Managed through the Lexus Link+ app (or Lexus App). It supports remote climate pre-conditioning, charge scheduling, lock/unlocking, vehicle locator, and cloud navigation status.
3 Pros and 3 Cons
Pros:
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Exceptionally quiet, smooth, and relaxed ride quality.
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Good real-world efficiency but average long range.
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Class-leading rear legroom and executive seating option.
Cons:
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FWD setup is slower off the line than rival EVs.
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No front trunk (frunk) or V2L capability.
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150 kW DC charging peak is modest for its class.
SmartGrandads Opinion
The ES 350e is ideal for mature, executive commuters and chauffeur drivers who prioritize whisper-quiet comfort, reliability. However, very average performance and exceptionally low charging speeds make it a poor choice compared with the competition. Its key competitors include the BMW i5, Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan, and Audi A6 e-tron. It is available now across North America, Asia-Pacific, and select European markets.
