2026 Lexus ES
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 4 in 2025 to 0 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,400–2,500 | 1,400–2,500 | 600–700 | |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 25–44 | 25–44 | 112–127 | |
| City / Highway MPG/MPGe | 22–43 / 31–44 | 22–43 / 31–44 | 118–135 / 105–118 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 202–352 | 200–352 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 9 | 4 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Lexus ES have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Lexus ES get?
EPA rates it 112–127 MPGe combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus ES?
EPA estimates $600–$700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 48 mpg | 44 mpg | 46 mpg | $1,700 | 191 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 47 mpg | 42 mpg | 44 mpg | $1,750 | 200 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars | 135 MPGe (high) | 118 MPGe (high) | 127 MPGe (high) | $600 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars | 129 MPGe | 112 MPGe | 121 MPGe | $600 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars | 119 MPGe | 108 MPGe | 114 MPGe | $700 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars | 118 MPGe (low) | 105 MPGe (low) | 112 MPGe (low) | $700 (high) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.