Quick answer
- Al-Futtaim launched the Lexus RZ500e SUV and ES500e sedan in the UAE on 8 October 2026, the first battery electric Lexus models sold in the country.
- The Lexus RZ500e has 375 hp, DIRECT4 all wheel drive, a 74.6 kWh battery and up to 460 km of WLTP range.
- The new generation Lexus ES500e has 338 hp, all wheel drive and about 465 km of WLTP range, while the ES350h hybrid offers 244 hp and about 27.7 km/L.
- UAE prices for the RZ500e, ES500e and ES350h were not included in the launch announcement.
Al-Futtaim has launched the Lexus RZ500e and ES500e in the UAE, the first fully electric Lexus models sold in the country, with a new ES350h hybrid joining the range. It gives UAE buyers of luxury SUVs and sedans an electric Lexus option for the first time.
What Al-Futtaim announced
Al-Futtaim, the UAE distributor for Lexus, announced the arrival of the Lexus RZ500e and ES500e on 8 October 2026 in Dubai. These are the first battery electric Lexus models offered in the UAE, and they cover two of the brand’s key segments: the RZ500e is a medium luxury SUV and the ES500e is a medium sedan.
The RZ500e sits on a platform built only for battery electric vehicles. The new generation ES comes with two electrified powertrains: the fully electric ES500e and the ES350h hybrid. Full model details are on the official Lexus UAE website.
Jacques Brent, Managing Director of Al-Futtaim Lexus, pointed to the brand’s two decades of hybrid experience, going back to the first Lexus RX hybrid in 2005. He said the three new models are meant to give customers “more choice without compromising on the experience they expect from the brand.”
Lexus RZ500e: specs at a glance
The RZ500e uses two electric motors and the Lexus DIRECT4 all wheel drive system, which keeps shifting power between the front and rear wheels to help with stability and handling.
| Lexus RZ500e | Figure |
|---|---|
| Power | 375 hp (dual electric motors) |
| Drive | DIRECT4 all wheel drive |
| Battery | 74.6 kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | Up to 460 km |
| 0 to 100 km/h | 4.6 seconds |
| AC charging | 22 kW three phase onboard charger, 10% to 100% in about 4 hours |
| DC fast charging | CCS2, 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes on a 150 kW charger |
| Safety | Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 |
| Colours | 6 single tone and 4 two tone exteriors, 3 interiors |
Inside, the front seats are ventilated, the front and rear seats are heated, and a 13 speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System is fitted.
New generation Lexus ES: ES500e and ES350h
The new ES is bigger than the outgoing car. It is 5,140 mm long, which is 165 mm longer than before, and its wheelbase grows by 80 mm to 2,950 mm, which Lexus says frees up cabin space.
| Model | Powertrain | Power | Drive | Range or economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES500e | Battery electric | 338 hp | All wheel drive | About 465 km (WLTP) |
| ES350h | Hybrid | 244 hp (29 hp more than before) | Front or all wheel drive | About 27.7 km/L (15% better than before) |
Both versions get Lexus Safety System+ 4.0, Advanced Park, a Panoramic View Monitor and Parking Support Brake, plus multimedia and head up displays. A 17 speaker Mark Levinson system is available. The top ES500e Platinum DIRECT4 AWD adds 21 inch alloy wheels, semi aniline leather seats and Adaptive Variable Suspension, and the ES500e supports Type 2 three phase 22 kW charging.
The ES comes in seven exterior colours, including the new Sou and Sonic Copper, and three interior colours, including a new White.
What the Lexus RZ500e and ES500e mean for UAE drivers
Until now, UAE buyers who wanted an electric luxury SUV or sedan had to look beyond Lexus. The RZ500e and ES500e change that, while the ES350h gives buyers who are not ready to go fully electric a more powerful and more efficient hybrid ES.
Both electric models support 22 kW three phase AC charging, which suits villas and buildings with three phase supply, and the RZ500e adds CCS2 DC fast charging for longer trips between emirates. You can track this and other new models on our UAE car launches 2026 tracker, and see the brand’s flagship SUV in our Lexus LX 700h first look.
Key dates and where to find them
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Announced | 8 October 2026, Dubai |
| UAE distributor | Al-Futtaim Lexus |
| Models | RZ500e, ES500e, ES350h |
| UAE prices | Not announced |
| More information | lexus.ae |
Practical tips before you buy
- Ask the showroom for the price of each trim, since Al-Futtaim has not published UAE prices yet.
- Check whether your home or building has three phase power before relying on 22 kW AC charging, and ask about installing a wall charger.
- Treat WLTP figures as a guide. Speed, air conditioning use and driving style all affect how far you get on a charge.
- If you mostly drive long distances between emirates, note that the RZ500e announcement lists CCS2 DC fast charging, so confirm the DC charging spec for the ES500e with the dealer.
- Book a test drive of both the ES500e and ES350h if you are undecided between electric and hybrid.
FAQs
Is the Lexus RZ500e the first electric Lexus in the UAE?
Yes. Al-Futtaim says the RZ500e and ES500e are the first battery electric vehicles in the Lexus line-up in the UAE in the brand’s history. Before this launch, the Lexus line-up in the UAE had no fully battery electric model.
What is the range of the Lexus RZ500e and ES500e?
The RZ500e offers up to 460 km on the WLTP cycle and the ES500e offers approximately 465 km on the WLTP cycle. Real world range can vary with driving style, speed and weather.
How fast does the Lexus RZ500e charge?
On a 22 kW three phase AC charger the RZ500e can go from 10% to 100% in approximately four hours. On a 150 kW DC fast charger using CCS2 it can go from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes, according to Al-Futtaim.
How much do the Lexus RZ500e and ES500e cost in the UAE?
Al-Futtaim did not include UAE prices in the launch announcement. Check lexus.ae or visit an Al-Futtaim Lexus showroom for current pricing and offers.
What is the difference between the Lexus ES500e and ES350h?
The ES500e is fully electric with 338 hp, all wheel drive and about 465 km of WLTP range. The ES350h is a hybrid with 244 hp, a choice of front or all wheel drive and fuel consumption of approximately 27.7 km/L.
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