Lexus ES 500e EV Launched in India at Rs 89.99 Lakh with 580 Km Range

Toyota’s luxury car brand, Lexus has launched the all-new ES 500e in India with an ex-showroom price tag of Rs Rs 89.99 lakh. The launch of the all-new ES 500e also officially marks the brand’s entry into the Indian electric car market. The ES 5003 will be offered in the country via the completely built unit (CBU) route and will continue to be offered alongside the existing ES hybrid lineup.

The ES 500e uses a 74.7kWh battery pack paired with a dual-motor setup and all-wheel drive system. The ES 500e generates a peak power output of 338Bhp and 438Nm of torque. Lexus claims a 0 to 100 kmph acceleration time of under six seconds.

The claimed range is up to 580 km on a single charge. The sedan supports DC fast charging up to 150kW, with a 10 to 80 percent claimed charging time of around 30 minutes.

The new ES adopts a revised exterior with a focus on a cleaner front profile. The spindle grille has been removed, replaced by a smooth panel and a lower air intake. The lighting setup includes L-shaped daytime running lamps, while the primary headlamps are positioned lower within blacked-out elements.

From the side, the sedan features a prominent shoulder line, updated alloy wheels and flush door handles. At the rear, a full-width LED light bar integrates the Lexus script.

Dimensionally, the ES measures over 5.1 metres in length and gets a 2,950 mm wheelbase, indicating increased cabin space over the previous model.

Inside, the ES follows a simplified layout with fewer physical buttons. It gets a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. Several controls are now touch-based and illuminate when in use.

The feature list includes a Mark Levinson audio system, head-up display, ambient lighting, powered front seats with ventilation and memory, and a panoramic glass roof. Rear seat occupants get reclining seats with ottoman support and massage function.

The list of safety equipment of the Lexus ES 500e includes adaptive cruise control, lane change assist, collision mitigation systems, blind-spot monitoring and driver monitoring. The sedan is also equipped with 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control and parking aids.