Head-to-head
2026 Lexus ES vs 2026 Toyota Camry
The Lexus ES wins clearly, 86 to 77.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Toyota Camry is ahead on price and space & cargo.
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2026 Lexus ES
The 2026 Lexus ES is sold in the U.S. as an electric and hybrid midsize sedan with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the ES 350e (19 inch W…
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The 2026 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Lexus ES
Clear winThe Lexus ES wins clearly, 86 to 77.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Toyota Camry is ahead on price and space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2026 Lexus ES leads by 55.8
Price 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 40.4
Tech & comfort 2026 Lexus ES leads by 23.7
| Category · weight | 2026 Lexus ESoverall 86 | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 77.3 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 59.6 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 44.2 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 81.8 | 64.5 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 94.1 | 98.4 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 97.5 | 87.2 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 76.3 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 86 | 77.3 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Lexus ES: base trim ES 350e Premium FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Lexus ES wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 145 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,300).
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers
- It lists 22 standard driver-assist features against 2.
- It starts $19,695 lower ($29,100 against $48,795 base MSRP).
What they share
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
46 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $48,795 | $29,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Front) | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 198 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | — | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 61.4 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 202 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 116 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.3 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.9 in | 42.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 40.7 in | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,652 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,608 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,810 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut-type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | EPS | Electric Power Steering rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 340 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 339 mm | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Lexus Interface | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.9 in | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
138 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View in low-speed drive and reverse, and Curb View | opt | — |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Driver Monitor | opt | — |
| Eight airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Front Cross Traffic Assist | opt | — |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | — | std |
| Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | opt | — |
| Lane Change Assist | opt | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Lexus Safety System+ 4.0 | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear Pedestrian Detection | opt | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist | opt | — |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | std | std |
Infotainment22 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| 2 front 60W USB-C ports | std | — |
| 2 rear 15W USB-C ports in armrest | opt | — |
| 2 rear 60W USB-C ports | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| Bluetooth® and USB smartphone connectivity | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant and Destination Assist w/ minimum 3-year-trial* | std | — |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Head-Up Display | opt | — |
| Integrated Streaming w/ Spotify® | std | — |
| Lexus app | std | — |
| Lexus Interface w/ 14.0-inch touchscreen display | std | — |
| Mark Levinson® 17-speaker, 1,800-watt PurePlay Surround Sound Audio System | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Remote Connect* (minimum 3-year trial included) | std | — |
| Safety Connect* (5-year trial included) | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect* (5-year trial included) | std | — |
| SiriusXM® with 360L (3-month trial included) | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | std |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | std | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | std | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | std | std |
Convenience9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| HomeLink® garage door opener | std | — |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power trunk w/ kick sensor | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| SmartAccess | std | — |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Dual-zone climate control with interior air filters, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode | std | — |
| Multi-zone climate control w/ rear-seat controller | opt | — |
Seating16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 10-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ memory and 4-way lumbar adjustment | std | — |
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | std | opt |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | std | — |
| Heated front seats | std | opt |
| Heated and ventilated rear seats | opt | — |
| Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel | std | — |
| 10-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ memory and 4-way lumbar adjustment | std | — |
| 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| 2-way power-adjustable driver's side rear passenger seat and 4-way power-adjustable rear passenger seat w/ ottoman and massage function | opt | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | std |
| 8-way power-adjustable passenger front seat | std | — |
| 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat w/ memory | std | — |
| Driver's seat power cushion extender | opt | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Front seat radiant knee heater | std | — |
Interior16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | std | opt |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | opt |
| Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column | std | — |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Active noise control | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Perforated NuLuxe® interior trim | std | — |
| Perforated semi-aniline leather interior trim | std | — |
| Thematic ambient lighting | std | — |
| Thematic ambient lighting w/ bamboo layering trim | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | — | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior30 differ · 32 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | std | opt |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | — | std |
| 19-inch alloy wheels | std | — |
| 21-inch alloy wheels | opt | — |
| Acoustic front and side window glass | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Auto Easy Door Closer (soft close) | std | — |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Cornering lamps | std | — |
| Digital latch electronic door handles | std | — |
| Headlamp washer | opt | — |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED headlamps w/ auto leveling and daytime running lights | std | — |
| LED taillamps | std | — |
| Rain-sensing washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Rear camera washer | std | — |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Windshield wiper de-icer | opt | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | std | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
Powertrain6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| AC dual-voltage charging cable supporting Level 1 (120V) and Level 2 (240V) input | std | — |
| Braking regen paddle shifters | std | — |
| CCS to NACS (J1772 to J3400) AC plug adapter | std | — |
| CCS1 to NACS (J1772 combo to J3400) DC plug adapter | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select (ECO, Normal, Sport, Custom) | std | — |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPLexus ES
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 145 · 14 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (42), Unspecified (26), Power Train (20)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $48,795 (base trim) | $29,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $48,795 – $60,195 8 trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV, HEV | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | ES 350e (19 inch Wheels) | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 127 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $600 | $1,300 |
| EV range | 307 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Lexus ES or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The Lexus ES wins clearly, 86 to 77.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Toyota Camry is ahead on price and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Lexus ES scores 86 and the 2026 Toyota Camry 77.3. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Lexus ES or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Toyota Camry starts lower — $29,100 against $48,795, a gap of $19,695 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Lexus ES or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
2026 Lexus ES: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Lexus ES and the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2026 Lexus ES wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 145 filed with NHTSA), is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,300). Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers: it lists 22 standard driver-assist features against 2 and starts $19,695 lower ($29,100 against $48,795 base MSRP). What they share: 5 seats.