2026 Lexus ES 500e AWD (19 inch Wheels)

The CarCody take

The 2026 Lexus ES 500e AWD uses electricity, drives all four wheels, and travels 276 miles on a full charge. Its combined rating is 114 MPGe, with energy use of 30 kWh per 100 miles. A 240-volt charge takes 8 hours, and estimated annual fuel cost is $700.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a midsize all-wheel-drive electric car Owners with access to 240-volt charging

What it is

The 2026 Lexus ES 500e AWD (19 inch Wheels) is a midsize electric car. It has all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission.

Its defining number is a 276-mile range. The powertrain uses 88 and 167 kW AC synchronous motors.

The numbers

The car returns 114 MPGe combined. That figure puts electricity use into the same miles-per-gallon-equivalent scale used for other vehicles.

The battery system uses 30 kWh for every 100 miles. The 276-mile range describes how far it can travel before recharging.

What it costs to run

Estimated annual fuel cost is $700. That is the listed yearly electricity cost for this car.

Charging from a 240-volt supply takes 8 hours. Your charging setup and routine determine how easily that time fits your driving.

How it compares

Compare its 276-mile range with other models in electric cars by range.

Its 114 MPGe and 30 kWh per 100 miles can be weighed against the cars in electric cars by efficiency. You can also browse Lexus cars for other models from the same maker.

Who it suits

This ES suits a driver who wants an electric midsize car with all-wheel drive and enough range for a 276-mile charge cycle.

It also fits someone who can use a 240-volt charger and plan around an 8-hour charging time.

Trade-offs

All-wheel drive comes with the stated 30 kWh-per-100-miles energy use, while charging at 240 volts takes 8 hours.

The 276-mile range gives a clear distance limit between charges. Drivers covering more distance than that in a day need a charging plan.

Verdict

The ES 500e AWD is a straightforward choice for electric-car shoppers who want a midsize body and all-wheel drive. Its 276-mile range handles many daily routines, while 114 MPGe keeps the running figure clear. The main planning point is charging: a 240-volt connection needs 8 hours. If that schedule works for you, the car's $700 annual fuel estimate and electric powertrain make its operating picture easy to understand.