The next-generation 2027 Lexus ES is arriving very soon. Just how soon? Close enough for the Japanese luxury brand to start accepting reservations in the Philippines. This also became a good opportunity for Lexus to reveal that the next-generation ES will be sold as a hybrid and a first-ever pure electric version.
For the hybrid, it is guaranteed to be the ES 350h, since this is the only version of the hybrid on sale worldwide. The ES 350h gets the newest sixth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS VI), which introduces even more electric-dominant driving. This new and improved 2.5-liter hybrid system not only promises better efficiency, but also more power. The ES 350h delivers a strong output of 247 horsepower, which is an improvement of 17 horsepower over the fifth-generation system.
As for the pure electric version, according to the Department of Energy’s list of recognized electric vehicles (EVs), the ES 350e is what will be sold in the Philippines. This version gets a single front-wheel drive (FWD) electric motor layout that produces 227 horsepower and 269 Nm of torque. With a 77 kWh battery, the ES 350e has a WLTP-rated range of up to 530 kilometers.
The 2027 Lexus ES is also the flagbearer of the brand’s newest design language called “Clean Tech x Elegance”. This is characterized by contrasting details to highlight certain aspects of the vehicle’s panels, along with sharp lines for a sportier look. Likewise, the interior design combines luxury with sleek and modern technology, such as the clever use of Bamboo Layering and Synthetic Leather Embossing. The ES is also the first Lexus model to run Toyota’s latest Arene OS, which is a software-defined vehicle (SDV) electronics architecture that allows for new features to be delivered via over-the-air (OTA) updates.
The 2027 Lexus ES is set to be fully unveiled in the Philippines next month, with full specifications and pricing to be revealed by then.
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