Which Lexus ES years have AWD or 4WD?
The Lexus ES offers AWD or 4WD in 7 of the 18 model years we have trim data for (2010–2027). It first appears in 2021, standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. In 2027 it's standard on the 500e Luxury and 500e Premium, optional on the 350h Premium and 350h Premium+, and not available on the 350e Luxury and 350e Premium.
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Some trims | Standard on the 500e Luxury and 500e Premium. Optional on the 350h Premium and 350h Premium+ (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the 350e Luxury and 350e Premium. |
| 2026 | Some trims | Standard on the 500e Luxury and 500e Premium. Optional on the 350h Premium and 350h Premium+ (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the 350e Luxury and 350e Premium. |
| 2025 | Some trims | Standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT Design, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. Not on the 300h, 300h F SPORT Design, 300h F SPORT Handling, 300h Luxury, 300h Ultra Luxury, 350, 350 F SPORT Design, 350 F SPORT Handling, 350 Luxury and 350 Ultra Luxury. |
| 2024 | Some trims | Standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT Design, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. Not on the 300h, 300h F SPORT Design, 300h F SPORT Handling, 300h Luxury, 300h Ultra Luxury, 350, 350 F SPORT Design, 350 F SPORT Handling, 350 Luxury and 350 Ultra Luxury. |
| 2023 | Some trims | Standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT Design, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. Not on the 300h, 300h F SPORT Design, 300h F SPORT Handling, 300h Luxury, 300h Ultra Luxury, 350, 350 F SPORT Design, 350 F SPORT Handling, 350 Luxury and 350 Ultra Luxury. |
| 2022 | Some trims | Standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. Not on the 300h, 300h F SPORT, 300h Luxury, 300h Ultra Luxury, 350, 350 F SPORT, 350 Luxury and 350 Ultra Luxury. |
| 2021 | Some trims | Standard on the 250, 250 F SPORT, 250 Luxury and 250 Ultra Luxury. Not on the 300h, 300h Luxury, 300h Ultra Luxury, 350, 350 F SPORT, 350 Luxury and 350 Ultra Luxury. |
| 2020 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2019 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2018 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2017 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2016 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2015 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2014 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2013 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2012 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2011 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2010 | No | Not available on any trim. |
"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.
More about the Lexus ES
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricFully electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof