Lexus ES Base, Hybrid & More Trim Levels

Last updated August 4, 2026

Lexus ES

The Lexus ES lineup starts with the ES 250 and ES 350, the straightforward gas sedans: all-wheel-drive four-cylinder traction or smoother V6 power. Luxury versions add richer materials and comfort, while F SPORT DESIGN adds a sportier look without the full handling package. The electrified branch runs from the ES 300h and ES 350h hybrids to the ES 350e and ES 500e battery-electric models, with F SPORT, Premium, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury versions changing the style, technology, and comfort level. Gas-powered F SPORT models are the driver-focused branch. The ES 250 and ES 350 Ultra Luxury sit at the comfort-and-convenience end, while the ES 350 Crafted Line is a limited-run, style-focused alternative.

What each trim is known for

Lexus ES Base Model

Base Model

ES 250ES 350

The Base Model trim level — ES 250 and ES 350 — is the straightforward, comfort-first ES, with the choice between all-weather traction and stronger V6 power.

Best for: Drivers who want the ES’s quiet ride, roomy cabin, and core luxury features without sport styling or richer cabin upgrades.

Highlights

  • Quiet ride and roomy, comfort-focused cabin
  • Core comfort, safety, and infotainment equipment
  • ES 250 four-cylinder power with all-wheel drive
  • ES 350 V6 power with front-wheel drive
98 in stock
Lexus ES Mid-Level

Mid-Level

ES 250 F SPORT DESIGNES 250 LuxuryES 350 F SPORT DESIGNES 350 LuxuryES 350e LuxuryES 500e Luxury

The Mid-Level trim level includes ES 250 and ES 350 F SPORT DESIGN and Luxury models, plus ES 350e Luxury and ES 500e Luxury, covering appearance-led sport upgrades and richer comfort-focused cabins.

Best for: Shoppers who want more style or cabin comfort than the core ES provides, including buyers considering a more richly equipped electric ES.

Highlights

  • F SPORT DESIGN members add sportier exterior styling without the handling hardware
  • Luxury members emphasize heated and ventilated seats, richer upholstery, and upgraded trim
  • ES 350e Luxury uses a single-motor, front-wheel-drive electric setup
  • ES 500e Luxury uses a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive electric setup

Adds either F SPORT styling and comfort upgrades or Luxury-grade materials, seat comfort, and parking support over the Base Model. The electric Luxury members also bring premium audio, surround-view parking help, and soft-close doors.

7 in stock
Lexus ES Hybrid

Hybrid

ES 300hES 300h F SPORTES 300h F SPORT DESIGNES 300h F SPORT HANDLINGES 300h LuxuryES 300h Ultra LuxuryES 350e PremiumES 350h PremiumES 350h Premium+ES 500e Premium

The Hybrid trim level — ES 300h and its F SPORT, F SPORT DESIGN, F SPORT HANDLING, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury versions, plus ES 350e Premium, ES 350h Premium and Premium+, and ES 500e Premium — is the broad electrified branch of the ES family.

Best for: Drivers who put lower fuel use or electric driving first but still want the ES’s quiet, roomy, comfort-focused character.

Highlights

  • ES 300h and ES 350h models center on fuel-saving hybrid power
  • ES 350e and ES 500e models use battery-electric power
  • F SPORT DESIGN is appearance-led, while F SPORT and F SPORT HANDLING add suspension changes
  • Premium+, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury members add technology or richer cabin comfort

This is a separate electrified branch rather than a simple upgrade over Mid-Level. It replaces the gas-first focus with hybrid or electric power, then spans Premium, F SPORT, Luxury, and Ultra Luxury equipment.

23 in stock
Lexus ES Premium Sport

Premium Sport

ES 250 F SPORTES 350 F SPORTES 350 F SPORT HANDLING

The Premium Sport trim level — ES 250 F SPORT, ES 350 F SPORT, and ES 350 F SPORT HANDLING — is the gas-powered, driver-focused branch with bolder styling and firmer road manners.

Best for: Drivers who like the ES’s everyday quietness and comfort but want more supportive seats, a sportier look, and sharper body control.

Highlights

  • ES 250 F SPORT pairs four-cylinder power with all-wheel drive
  • ES 350 F SPORT models use V6 power
  • F SPORT styling, bolstered front sport seats, and sport-tuned suspension
  • ES 350 F SPORT HANDLING adds adaptive suspension and extra drive modes

Shifts away from the Hybrid level’s efficiency focus and centers on gas-powered F SPORT styling and handling. The Handling member adds the most substantial suspension changes.

8 in stock
Lexus ES Top Tier Luxury

Top Tier Luxury

ES 250 Ultra LuxuryES 350 Crafted LineES 350 Ultra Luxury

The Top Tier Luxury trim level — ES 250 Ultra Luxury, ES 350 Crafted Line, and ES 350 Ultra Luxury — puts cabin comfort, convenience, and visual distinction ahead of a sporty feel.

Best for: Shoppers who want a traditional gas ES with richer materials, easier parking support, and more rear-seat and everyday convenience features.

Highlights

  • Ultra Luxury members feature semi-aniline leather and rear sunshades
  • Ultra Luxury equipment includes a head-up display, surround-view parking camera, and kick-sensor power trunk
  • ES 250 Ultra Luxury uses an all-wheel-drive four-cylinder setup; ES 350 Ultra Luxury uses V6 power
  • Crafted Line adds limited-run styling, a two-tone synthetic-leather cabin, and bundled convenience features

Trades the Premium Sport level’s chassis emphasis for richer materials, parking visibility, rear-seat comfort, and convenience. Crafted Line adds special-edition visual character rather than a handling focus.

4 in stock

Trim comparison

FeatureHybridMid-LevelBase ModelPremium SportTop Tier Luxury
Includes
ES 300h, ES 300h F SPORT, ES 300h F SPORT DESIGN, ES 300h F SPORT HANDLING, ES 300h Luxury, ES 300h Ultra Luxury, ES 350e Premium, ES 350h Premium, ES 350h Premium+, ES 500e Premium23 in stock
ES 250 F SPORT DESIGN, ES 250 Luxury, ES 350 F SPORT DESIGN, ES 350 Luxury, ES 350e Luxury, ES 500e Luxury7 in stock
ES 250, ES 35098 in stock
ES 250 F SPORT, ES 350 F SPORT, ES 350 F SPORT HANDLING8 in stock
ES 250 Ultra Luxury, ES 350 Crafted Line, ES 350 Ultra Luxury4 in stock
Powertrain focusHybrid or battery-electricGas four-cylinder, V6, or electricGas four-cylinder or V6Gas four-cylinder or V6Gas four-cylinder or V6
Sport treatmentSeparate F SPORT style and handling versionsF SPORT DESIGN is appearance-ledComfort-focusedF SPORT defines the levelLuxury-focused; Crafted Line adds visual distinction
Cabin treatmentRanges from synthetic leather to semi-aniline leatherLuxury members add richer leather and trimStraightforward comfort with synthetic leatherBolstered heated and ventilated sport seatsSemi-aniline leather on Ultra Luxury members
Suspension characterF SPORT versions add sport tuning; Handling adds moreF SPORT DESIGN does not add handling hardwareComfort-first tuningSport-tuned; adaptive on F SPORT HANDLINGPerformance dampers on Ultra Luxury members
Signature technologyPremium+ and Ultra Luxury add visibility and parking techElectric Luxury members add surround-view parking helpRecent models emphasize easy touchscreen and safety techDriver-focused gauges and extra drive modesUltra Luxury adds head-up display, surround-view camera, and power trunk

Frequently asked questions

What do ES 250, ES 300h, ES 350, and the newer electric names mean?

The names mainly identify the powertrain. In 2021–2025, ES 250 meant an AWD four-cylinder, ES 300h meant hybrid, and ES 350 meant V6. For 2026, ES 350h is the hybrid, ES 350e is the front-wheel-drive EV, and ES 500e is the more powerful AWD EV.

What’s the difference between the ES 250 and ES 350?

On 2021–2025 models, the ES 250 has a 203-hp four-cylinder and standard AWD. The ES 350 has a 302-hp V6 and front-wheel drive. Pick the 250 for all-weather traction or the 350 for smoother, easier passing power.

What’s the difference between the ES 300h and ES 350?

On 2013–2025 models, the ES 300h is the fuel-saving hybrid and the ES 350 is the stronger gas version. In recent seventh-generation cars, the 300h makes 215 hp and is rated at 44 mpg combined, while the 350 uses a 302-hp V6.

What’s the difference between F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling?

Since the 2023 trim split, F SPORT Design mainly adds the sportier exterior and comfort upgrades. F SPORT Handling adds adaptive suspension, extra drive modes, bolstered sport seats, and driver-focused cabin details. Handling is the one with meaningful chassis changes.

Should I get an F SPORT or a Luxury trim?

Pick F SPORT for sharper styling, sport seats, and, on certain versions, firmer suspension hardware. Pick Luxury for semi-aniline leather, greater driver-seat adjustment, wood trim, ambient lighting, and a rear sunshade. Luxury better matches the ES’s comfort-first character.

What does Ultra Luxury add over Luxury?

On recent 2019–2025 ES models, Ultra Luxury adds the larger touchscreen, a head-up display, a 360-degree parking camera, a hands-free power trunk, rear-door sunshades, and body-control dampers. Luxury already supplies the richer leather and upgraded front seat.

Which Lexus ES trim is the most comfort-focused?

On 2019–2025 cars, Luxury is the sensible comfort upgrade, while Ultra Luxury adds the fullest technology and rear-seat treatment. On redesigned 2026 electric models, Luxury is the richer grade, with semi-aniline leather, premium audio, soft-close doors, and parking assistance.

Which Lexus ES trim should I look for if I want AWD?

For 2021–2025, look for an ES 250 in base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, or applicable F SPORT form. In the redesigned 2026 lineup, the ES 350h includes AWD versions, while the dual-motor ES 500e is the electric AWD model.

Does every F SPORT trim have a sportier suspension?

No. Since 2023, F SPORT Design is primarily an appearance package, while F SPORT Handling includes adaptive suspension and extra drive modes. Earlier 2019–2022 F SPORT versions used sport-tuned suspension, so the model year and full trim name matter.

What does the ES 300h Ultra Luxury add over the ES 300h Luxury?

On recent seventh-generation hybrids, Ultra Luxury adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen, head-up display, 360-degree camera, hands-free power trunk, manual rear-door sunshades, and performance dampers. Both retain the same 215-hp hybrid system.

What’s the difference between the ES 350h Premium and Premium+?

On the redesigned 2026 hybrid, Premium+ keeps the same 244-hp powertrain but adds a 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, head-up display, digital rearview mirror, surround-view cameras, and automatic parking.

What’s the difference between the ES 350e and ES 500e?

In the 2026 electric lineup, the ES 350e has one motor, front-wheel drive, 221 hp, and up to 307 miles of EPA-estimated range. The ES 500e has two motors, AWD, 338 hp, and up to 276 miles of range. The 350e favors range; the 500e favors power and traction.

What does Luxury add over Premium on the electric Lexus ES?

On 2026 ES 350e and ES 500e models, Luxury adds semi-aniline leather, a 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, surround-view cameras, automatic parking, soft-close doors, and illuminated bamboo-style trim. The electric powertrain itself does not change within each model.

What are the Crafted Line and Black Line versions of the Lexus ES?

They are limited special editions rather than permanent steps in the trim ladder. The 2015 Crafted Line bundled distinctive trim, comfort items, and driver aids on the ES 350. Black Line appeared on selected ES 350 F SPORT models with special appearance details.

Which Lexus ES trim is better for frequent rear-seat passengers?

On 2019–2025 cars, Ultra Luxury is the rear-passenger-focused pick because it combines semi-aniline leather with a power rear sunshade and manual rear-door sunshades. On redesigned 2026 electric models, Luxury adds richer materials and soft-close doors.

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