Overview
The Lexus ES is a five-seat executive sedan entering its eighth generation for 2026. Malaysia is set to receive the ES 300h with hybrid petrol/REV power, aimed at buyers who want a Lexus saloon rather than an SUV. Official pricing is TBA, although the latest estimate starts from RM366,888.
ES in 2026 — what's new
The 2026 Lexus ES is an all-new, eighth-generation sedan and is due to launch in Malaysia soon. The confirmed Malaysian direction is hybrid power, with the ES 300h named for the local range. An electric ES has been teased as a possibility, but no Malaysian EV variant has been confirmed. The current Malaysian line-up consists of the single five-seat ES 300h, with pricing still to be announced.
Variant (1)
Other ES generations on sale
XZ10 Facelift 2021–present
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp
- Torque
- 247 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,487 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 420 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp
- Torque
- 247 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,487 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 420 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp
- Torque
- 247 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,487 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.1 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 420 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag
Lexus ES buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The eighth-generation ES brings hybrid power to Lexus Malaysia’s executive-sedan offering, but the final equipment list and retail price remain key unknowns. Its predecessor made a strong case through its design, build quality, material selection and driving experience, so the new car has a credible foundation. For now, the ES 300h is one for buyers prepared to wait for full Malaysian specifications rather than shop on price alone.
Used cars for sale
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Lexus ES sales in Malaysia
9 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #245 best-selling model this year.
Full ES sales data, month by month →Lexus ES resale value
What a used ES holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM356,900 | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM291,600 | — | 85% |
| 2024 | RM234,900 | — | 69% |
| 2023 | RM211,600 | — | 62% |
| 2022 | RM199,200 | — | 61% |
| 2021 | RM181,900 | — | 55% |
| 2020 | RM172,300 | — | 52% |
| 2019 | RM150,100 | — | 50% |
| 2018 | RM107,900 | — | 37% |
| 2017 | RM96,400 | — | 33% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Generations
Lexus ES FAQ
How much is the Lexus ES in Malaysia?
The 2026 Lexus ES 300h has an official Malaysian price of TBA. The latest estimate places the starting price from RM366,888, but this is not final retail pricing.
What do you get in the Lexus ES?
Malaysia’s currently named ES is the five-seat ES 300h with hybrid petrol/REV power. Full local equipment specifications have not yet been confirmed.
Is the 2026 Lexus ES a hybrid or an EV?
The Malaysian ES 300h is listed with hybrid petrol/REV power. A Malaysian electric ES has not been confirmed, despite an EV version being raised as a possibility.
How many Lexus ES variants are available in Malaysia?
One variant is currently named for Malaysia: the ES 300h. No additional Malaysian trims or price points have been confirmed.
