India, March 20 -- Lexus ES 500e gets 338bhp dual-motor AWD setup, 74.7 kWh battery, 0-100 km/h in 5.9 sec and up to 580km of claimed range with fast charging support.

Lexus has launched the ES 500e in India at Rs 89.99 lakh (ex-showroom), and this one feels like a natural move. It is the new eighth-generation ES, but more importantly, it is now fully electric. The ES has always been known for its smooth and quiet nature, so switching to an EV setup fits right in. It also arrives in India soon after its global debut and continues alongside the hybrid versions already on sale. For buyers looking at a calm, premium sedan with an electric setup, this now becomes a serious option in the segment.

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