Overview
The 2026 Lexus ES is an eighth-generation executive sedan for buyers who want a five-seat, front-wheel-drive petrol hybrid with eCVT automatic transmission. The Malaysian range starts from RM366,888, placing the ES 300h as the sole local choice for those seeking Lexus’s latest large sedan format.
ES in 2026 — what's new
The eighth-generation XZ20 Lexus ES is the 2026 launch, previewed in Malaysian showrooms from October 31 to November 1. Malaysia’s range centres on the ES 300h petrol hybrid, with a 1,987 cc powertrain producing 261 hp. It sends its output to the front wheels through an eCVT automatic and retains a five-seat cabin layout.
Verdict
The XZ20 ES takes a focused approach in Malaysia. You get a single five-seat executive sedan with 261 hp from a 1,987 cc petrol-hybrid system, plus front-wheel drive and an eCVT automatic. That makes the buying decision straightforward, but it also puts the emphasis on the ES 300h’s final equipment specification rather than a choice of powertrains or trims.
Lexus ES dimensions
Representative body-type outline, drawn to scale from the car's length and height.
Variant (1)
RM366,888 · est. from RM3,745/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 150 hp at 6,000 rpm
- Motor Horsepower
- 111 hp
- Torque
- 188 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 206 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,987 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.4 seconds
- Transmission
- eCVT Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 487 litres
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Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp at 6,600 rpm
- Torque
- 247 Nm at 5,000 rpm
- 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
- 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp at 6,600 rpm
- Torque
- 247 Nm at 5,000 rpm
- 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
- 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 204 hp at 6,600 rpm
- Torque
- 247 Nm at 5,000 rpm
- 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
- 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Rear Cushion Bag)
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Used cars for sale
Lexus ES sales in Malaysia
14 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #254 best-selling model this year. 2 were registered in Sep 2026, the latest month on record.
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 | RM225,650 | — | 66% |
| 2023 | RM203,300 | — | 59% |
| 2022 | RM191,400 | — | 58% |
| 2021 | RM174,800 | — | 53% |
| 2020 | RM165,600 | — | 50% |
| 2019 | RM144,200 | — | 48% |
| 2018 | RM103,700 | — | 35% |
| 2017 | RM92,700 | — | 32% |
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
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Lexus ES FAQ
How much is the Lexus ES in Malaysia?
The Lexus ES 300h costs RM366,888 in Malaysia.
What do you get in the Lexus ES?
The ES 300h gets a 1,987 cc, 261 hp petrol-hybrid powertrain, front-wheel drive, an eCVT automatic transmission and five seats.
Is the Lexus ES a hybrid?
Yes. The Malaysian Lexus ES is sold as the ES 300h petrol hybrid.
How many Lexus ES variants are available in Malaysia?
One variant is available: the Lexus ES 300h.
