Lexus ES Engine Specifications
The 2026 Lexus ES is offered with 2.5L–3.5L engines in 4 and 6-cylinder form, per EPA fuel-economy records.
Latest model year (2026):
The Lexus ES is available with — and Automatic (A1) (Front-Wheel Drive).
Lexus ES Engine Specs — All Years
| Year | Trim | Cylinders | Displ. | Transmission | Drive | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | — | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | — | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (A1) | — | — | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Lexus ES Engine Specs FAQ
What engine does the Lexus ES have?
The Lexus ES is available with various cylinder engine. Transmission and drivetrain options vary by trim. See the full table above.
Is the Lexus ES available with all-wheel drive?
Yes, the Lexus ES is available with all-wheel drive. Check the "Drive" column in the table above for specific trims.