Head-to-head
2027 Lexus ES vs 2027 Toyota Camry
The Lexus ES edges it, 92 to 86.1, on fuel & range, performance, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety and space & cargo.
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2027 Lexus ES
The 2027 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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A2027 Toyota Camry
The 2027 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
2027 Lexus ES
Slight edgeThe Lexus ES edges it, 92 to 86.1, on fuel & range, performance, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety and space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2027 Lexus ES leads by 53.3
Safety 2027 Toyota Camry leads by 22.8
Performance 2027 Lexus ES leads by 10.3
| Category · weight | 2027 Lexus ESoverall 92 | 2027 Toyota Camryoverall 86.1 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 46.7 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 77.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
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 | 92.1 | 100 | ||||||||||||
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 | 97.2 | ||||||||||||
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 | 92 | 86.1 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 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 2027 Lexus ES wins
- It is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $600 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,200).
- It turns out 198 lb-ft of torque against 163.
Where the 2027 Toyota Camry answers
- It lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 2.
- It holds 15.1 cu ft behind the second row against 13.3.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
- 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
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | — | 52 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 49 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | Electric single-speed | 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 |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.9 in | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Third-row legroom | 40.7 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 | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | EPS | Electric Power Steering (EPS): 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 | 338 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 | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.9 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
137 features · differences first, then sharedSafety28 differ · 29 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 | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Automatic High Beams | — | 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 with Brake Hold function | — | 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 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 |
| Star Safety System™ — Traction Control | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| 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 |
Infotainment25 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Connect® — Automatic Collision Notification. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| Remote Connect — locate your last parked location | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — Enhanced Roadside Assistance. Subscription required after trial. 4G Network Dependent | — | std |
| 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display | std | — |
| 2 front 60W USB-C ports | std | — |
| 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 |
| Integrated Streaming w/ Spotify® (requires active Wi-Fi Connect trial or subscription) | std | — |
| Lexus 10-speaker Premium Audio System | std | — |
| Lexus app | std | — |
| Lexus Interface w/ 14.0-inch touchscreen display | 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* (30-day/unlimited data trial included) | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming 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 | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 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 | — |
Seating13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Driver's seat with 2-position memory function | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | — | std |
| Lexus Memory System for driver's seat, outside mirrors and steering wheel | std | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | std |
| 8-way power-adjustable driver seat w/ memory and 2-way lumbar adjustment | std | — |
| 8-way power-adjustable passenger front 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 | opt | — |
| Perforated NuLuxe® interior trim | std | — |
| Seating for five | std | — |
Interior14 differ · 14 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-adjustable tilting and telescoping 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 |
| Passenger-side glove compartment | — | std |
| Thematic ambient lighting | 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 |
Exterior28 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | std | opt |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Digital latch electronic door handles | std | — |
| Headlamp washer | opt | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | — | std |
| Heated power-folding outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse | std | — |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | 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 combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | std | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
Powertrain9 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| 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 | — |
| Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission | — | std |
| Hybrid System Net Horsepower 225 hp (FWD) / 232 hp (AWD) | — | std |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | 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 —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lexus ESES 350e Premium FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 4 trims | — 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 | $1,200 |
| EV range | 307 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 1 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Lexus ES or the 2027 Toyota Camry?
The Lexus ES edges it, 92 to 86.1, on fuel & range, performance, tech & comfort. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Lexus ES scores 92 and the 2027 Toyota Camry 86.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Lexus ES or the 2027 Toyota Camry?
2027 Lexus ES: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Toyota Camry: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2027 Lexus ES and the 2027 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2027 Lexus ES wins: it is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $600 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,200), and turns out 198 lb-ft of torque against 163. Where the 2027 Toyota Camry answers: it lists 23 standard driver-assist features against 2 and holds 15.1 cu ft behind the second row against 13.3. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100 and 5 seats.