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New Lexus ES 350h Launched in India at ₹66.10 Lakh

Lexus India has launched the eighth-generation ES 350h with prices starting at ₹66.10 lakh (ex-showroom). The luxury sedan is available in Exquisite and Luxury trims and joins the all-electric ES 500e, which was launched earlier this year.

The new ES is locally assembled in India, with bookings now open.

Prices

Variant	Ex-showroom price
ES 350h Exquisite	₹66.10 lakh
ES 350h Luxury	₹71.80 lakh
ES 500e	₹89.99 lakh

Compared to the previous-generation ES 350h, prices have gone up by ₹2.10 lakh.

Strong hybrid powertrain

The new ES 350h is powered by a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a strong-hybrid system and an e-CVT gearbox.

Key figures include:

2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain
244hp combined output
e-CVT automatic transmission
0-100kph in 7.7 seconds

Completely new design

Built on the TNGA GA-K platform, the new ES adopts Lexus’ latest design language with a much sharper look.

Exterior highlights include:

New closed-off front fascia
Twin L-signature LED lighting
Coupe-style roofline
Connected LED taillamps
Larger dimensions than before
Same design as the all-electric ES 500e

Compared to its predecessor, the new ES is longer, wider, and taller, while the wheelbase has also increased for improved cabin space.

Premium cabin

The dashboard has been completely redesigned with a cleaner layout and fewer physical buttons.

Key features include:

14-inch touchscreen infotainment system
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
Mark Levinson premium sound system
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Dual wireless phone chargers
Heated and ventilated front seats
Three-zone climate control
Head-up display
Digital IRVM
Ambient lighting
Powered boot
Rear sunshades

Safety

The new ES comes loaded with safety equipment, including:

10 airbags
Adaptive cruise control
Lane change assist
Blind spot monitoring
Driver monitoring system
Adaptive high beam assist
360-degree camera
Front and rear parking sensors
Electronic stability control
Hill hold assist

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Final Take

The new ES 350h is a significant step forward over its predecessor. It gets a fresh design, a more premium cabin, and a more powerful hybrid system, while retaining the refinement Lexus is known for. For buyers looking for a luxury sedan that prioritises comfort, efficiency and reliability over outright performance, the ES 350h remains a compelling alternative to its German rivals.

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