Lexus ES MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Lexus ES MPG for every model year from 1990 to 2026.
ES MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 71 configurations of the ES across gas, hybrid and electric versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES 350hHybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 48 | 44 | 46 | View |
| ES 350h AWDHybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 47 | 42 | 44 | View |
| ES 350e (19 inch Wheels)Electric, MPGe | Electric, 307 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | FWD | 135 | 118 | 127 | View |
| ES 350e (21 inch Wheels)Electric, MPGe | Electric, 292 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | FWD | 129 | 112 | 121 | View |
| ES 500e AWD (19 inch Wheels)Electric, MPGe | Electric, 276 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | AWD | 119 | 108 | 114 | View |
| ES 500e AWD (21 inch Wheels)Electric, MPGe | Electric, 272 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | AWD | 118 | 105 | 112 | View |
Electric and hydrogen versions are rated in MPGe, so compare them with each other rather than with the MPG figures.
ES MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every ES configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, so they're left out of the chart and listed in the table instead.
Years When ES Fuel Economy Changed
The ES's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 1995: The top combined rating rises to 21 MPG, up from 18 MPG the year before.
- 2013: The first hybrid ES shows up in the EPA data. Its 40 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 22 MPG.
- 2019: The top combined rating rises to 44 MPG, up from 40 MPG the year before.
- 2021: All-wheel drive becomes available. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 28 MPG combined.
- 2026: Every ES the EPA rated for this year is a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric model. Combined ratings run from 44 to 46 MPG. An electric ES joins the lineup at 127 MPGe combined, with up to 307 miles of EPA range.
How the ES Compares
The EPA rated 24 midsize cars for 2026. The best ES version, at 46 MPG combined, ranks 5th of 24. Combined ratings in the class run from 16 to 57 MPG, with a median of 28.5. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Prius | 57 MPG |
| 2 | Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Camry | 51 MPG |
| 4 | Honda Civic | 49 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus ES | 46 MPG |
What Does a ES Cost to Fuel or Charge?
Pick a ES, then enter your gas price (or electricity rate for an electric version) and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
ES MPG Questions
Which ES year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2026 ES 350h holds the top EPA rating at 46 MPG combined (48 city, 44 highway).
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid ES?
The 2021 to 2024 ES 250 AWD with the 2.5L 4-cylinder and all-wheel drive is rated at 28 MPG combined (25 city, 34 highway).
Is there still a gas-only ES?
Not in the EPA ratings. The last gas-only ES the EPA rated is from 2025. Every 2026 ES configuration in the EPA data is a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric model.
Does all-wheel drive hurt ES fuel economy?
A little. On the 2026 ES hybrid, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 46 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 44 MPG.
How efficient is the electric ES?
The most efficient 2026 ES 350e (19 inch Wheels) is rated at 127 MPGe combined, which works out to 27 kWh per 100 miles. Its EPA range is 307 miles. Range across 2026 versions runs from 272 to 307 miles.
Why doesn't my ES match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
This page was built by Cedrick Reese from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, which holds 71 ratings for the Lexus ES from 1990 to 2026. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, the EPA's miles-per-gallon equivalent, and the table also shows their official range. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas or electricity price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov