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2026 Lexus ES MPG & Fuel Cost
6 configurations · 44–46 MPG, 112–127 MPGe combined
15,000 mi/yr · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2026 Lexus ES at a glance
The 2026 Lexus ES has 6 configurations in the EPA database, rated 44–46 MPG, 112–127 MPGe combined. The most efficient is the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD at 127 MPGe (27 kWh per 100 miles, 307 mi of range), about $740 a year to charge at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). Annual fuel cost across the configurations runs from $740 to $1,830, a $1,090 difference. The 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD costs less to fuel than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations rated for MY2026 (class median $2,110 a year).
What the 2026 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD costs to drive
Per month
$62
$740 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.23
Per 100 miles
$4.93
Five years
$3,700
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$1,370less a year
Class median $2,110 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
2026 Lexus ES MPG
EPA range 272–307 miles.
See electric configurationsHybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350h 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 48 | 44 | 46 | $1,730 |
| 350h 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 47 | 42 | 44 | $1,830 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Electric configurations (4)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350e (19 inch Wheels) (Most efficient) | FWD | 27 | 127 | 307 mi | $740 |
| 350e (21 inch Wheels) | FWD | 28 | 121 | 292 mi | $760 |
| 500e (19 inch Wheels) | AWD | 30 | 114 | 276 mi | $820 |
| 500e (21 inch Wheels) | AWD | 30 | 112 | 272 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD: $1,940 in Hawaii and $520 in Louisiana, a $1,420 difference.
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Closest combined MPGe among MY2026 midsize car models.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the 2026 Lexus ES compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2019-2025 Lexus ES) is rated 25–44 MPG combined and costs $1,480–$2,610 a year to fuel; the 2026 model is rated 44–46 MPG and costs $740–$1,830 a year.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Lexus ES get?
EPA rates the 2026 Lexus ES at 44–46 MPG, 112–127 MPGe combined across 6 configurations. The most efficient, the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD, is rated 127 MPGe combined (135 city / 118 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 44–46 MPG; Electric: 112–127 MPGe.
How much does it cost to charge a 2026 Lexus ES per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD costs about $740 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $740–$1,830 a year. That is a $1,090 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Lexus ES 100 miles?
About $4.93 per 100 miles for the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), and between $4.93 and $12.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Lexus ES more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD is rated 135 city and 118 highway MPGe, so it is more efficient in city driving, by 17 MPGe.
How does the 2026 Lexus ES compare with other midsize car configurations?
The 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD costs about $740 a year to fuel, $1,370 less than the class median of $2,110, and less than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 94 rated midsize car configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2026 Lexus ES?
EPA rates the range at 272–307 miles depending on configuration, and the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD goes 307 mi. Efficiency is 27–30 kWh per 100 miles (112–127 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $740–$820 a year, or $4.93 per 100 miles for the 350e (19 inch Wheels) FWD.