2027 lexus es interior overview videoThe Lexus ES has long been a benchmark for quiet luxury, reliability, and smooth highway cruising. For 2026, Lexus has given its staple midsize sedan a ground-up overhaul, introducing not just hybrid but also all-electric options. We had a chance to get hands's on with the vehicle during a recent event in Detroit. You can check out our overview here, or watch the video below for a detailed interior review of the front-wheel-drive ES 350e EV variant.While the powertrain updates are massive news, the interior tech makeover steals the spotlight. Here is a closer look at what inside the cabin makes the redesigned ES a significant leap forward.Dual Screens, Maximum ClarityLexus moved away from traditional analog setups in favor of a clean, dual-display layout that prioritizes readability and ease of customization.AdvertisementAdvertisementStandard across trims, a 12.3-Inch digital gauge cluster display is crisp and straightforward. Instead of burying display options inside complex menus, driver views can be cycled instantly using horizontal steering wheel controls (including popular classic double-dial layouts). Meanwhile, sitting prominently in the center dash, a massive 14-Inch center touchscreen hosts Lexus's newest infotainment architecture, a vast upgrade over previous generations and a close sibling to Toyota's latest software suite found in models like the 2026 RAV4.Next-Gen Infotainment & Interface UpgradesThe headline feature of the new cabin is how responsive and intuitive the software feels. Infotainment lag has been virtually eliminated, offering quick feedback similar to a modern smartphone.Key software highlights include a customizable home screen. A feature previously missing from older Toyota/Lexus systems, allowing drivers to pin and rearrange their preferred widgets on startup. There's also a quick access top menu. Tapping the top-right corner instantly reveals controls for day/night display modes, screen brightness, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto mirroring, and safety toggles. And critically there are streamlined safety controls. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) settings can be quickly toggled on or off directly from the quick-access submenu without hunting through multi-layered settings.2027 lexus es interior overview videoSubtle Touches and Console Design QuirksLexus incorporated a few unique tactile choices into the dashboard ergonomics. Below the display sit sleek switches that offer physical button feedback while blending into the trim when powered down, keeping the dash clutter-free.AdvertisementAdvertisementDown on the center console, driver gear selection is handled by a compact, stubby electronic shifter nub. While functional and clean, using a console-mounted stub rather than dash-mounted push buttons or a dial leaves open questions about maximum storage efficiency-though it remains intuitive in daily use.Watch the Full TourWant to see these displays in action and hear how the new interface performs in real time? Check out the full video walkaround above for an up-close look inside the 2026 Lexus ES 350e!
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