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Lexus ES (2026) Launch Review
How much does the new Lexus ES cost in South Africa?
The new ES is sold with a 7-year/105 000 km maintenance plan, a 7-year/105 000 km warranty and an 8-year/160 000 km battery warranty. At the time of writing, there are 14 Lexus dealerships across South Africa.
Lexus ES 350h EX R1 051 200
Lexus ES 350h SE R1 232 700
Lexus ES 350e SE R1 561 000
All pricing correct in October 2026.
Summary
The new 8th-generation Lexus ES continues right where the previous model left off. All the positives – quietness, stellar efficiency and class-leading build quality – have been retained, and are now wrapped in a strikingly attractive package.
If you had to look up “refinement” in the dictionary, a picture of the ES should appear. It genuinely is one of the most comfortable, refined and plush driving experiences available, but given how much space is in the back, it begs the question: would you like to drive, or be driven?
How much does the new Lexus ES cost in South Africa?
The new ES is sold with a 7-year/105 000 km maintenance plan, a 7-year/105 000 km warranty and an 8-year/160 000 km battery warranty. At the time of writing, there are 14 Lexus dealerships across South Africa.
Lexus ES 350h EX R1 051 200
Lexus ES 350h SE R1 232 700
Lexus ES 350e SE R1 561 000
All pricing correct in October 2026.
Summary
The new 8th-generation Lexus ES continues right where the previous model left off. All the positives – quietness, stellar efficiency and class-leading build quality – have been retained, and are now wrapped in a strikingly attractive package.
If you had to look up “refinement” in the dictionary, a picture of the ES should appear. It genuinely is one of the most comfortable, refined and plush driving experiences available, but given how much space is in the back, it begs the question: would you like to drive, or be driven?