Lexus ES EV vs Jeep Recon EV

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thumb image Lexus ES EV US$ 55,000
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thumb image Jeep Recon EV US$ 60,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Lexus Jeep
Model ES EV (expected ES 350e / ES 500e) Recon EV
Vehicle Type Luxury Electric Sedan Electric mid-size off-road SUV
Trims Base, Luxury, F Sport (expected) Expected: Willys / Overland
Release Date 2026 (expected) deliveries into 2026
Status Upcoming / Not Yet Released Announced / pre-production
Made In Japan Toluca, Mexico
Body Type Sedan 5-door
Vehicle Warranty 4 Years / 50,000 miles (Basic) – 8 Years / 100,000 miles (Battery, expected) TBD
Colors | Ultra White, Caviar Black, Sonic Iridium, Eminent White Pearl, Matador Red, Nightfall Mica TBD (standard Jeep color palette expected; special trims likely have unique colors).

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous (expected AWD (top/rugged trims may use higher-output setups).
Horsepower 300 – 400 hp (estimated) Expected ~400–600 hp
Torque 300 – 400 lb-ft (estimated) TBD
Acceleration 5.5 – 6.0 sec (0–60 mph, expected) TBD
Top Speed 130 mph (expected) TBD
Range 350 miles (EPA estimated) Target / expected ≈ 300 miles
Drivetrain RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) AWD (electric 4x4 capability expected).

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) STLA Large / large-pack architecture (Stellantis platform).
Battery Capacity 90–100 kWh (expected Estimated / expected ~100 kWh+
Power Consumption 3.5 mi/kWh (estimated) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 Years / 100,000 miles TBD
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC (Level 2) Level-2 (240 V) capable
Supercharging Speed 150–200 kW DC Fast Charging (expected) TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed 10–80% in ~30 min (expected) TBD
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30 miles (Level 2) / ~200 miles (DC fast charge) TBD
Charging Time 10–12 hrs (AC 240V) / ~30 min (fast charge TBD (depends on pack & charger).
Charging Connector Type CCS (expected, may transition to NACS in US) TBD
Home Charging Options Wallbox / Mobile Connector (7–11 kW) Standard Level-2 home charger supported
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 196 in (4,980 mm) TBD (official exterior dimensions not yet released).
Width 73 in (1,860 mm) TBD
Height 57 in (1,450 mm) TBD
Wheelbase 113 in (2,870 mm) TBD
Ground Clearance 5.5 in (140 mm) TBD
Cargo Space 16 cu.ft (expected, with frunk option) TBD (cargo liters / ft³ not published yet).
Curb Weight 4,500–4,800 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 4 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (multi-spoke) TBD (alloy wheels expected; rugged trims with off-road wheels).
Wheel Size 18" / 19" / 20" (F Sport) TBD
Front Tire 235/45 R18 (expected) TBD
Rear Tire 235/45 R18 (expected) TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic (EV) Single-speed per motor (standard EV layout).
Turning Radius 18 ft TBD.
Gear Box Direct Drive (EV) TBD.
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut TBD.
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Independent TBD.

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (Lexus Teammate Advanced Driver Assist instead) Advanced ADAS expected (Jeep terrain/off-road assist
Navigation System Standard with Lexus Interface Integrated navigation (expected).
Adaptive Cruise Control Standard Expected / likely included in ADAS suite.
Climate Control Dual-zone / Tri-zone automatic Expected dual-zone automatic (TBD).
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes TBD.
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Expected.
Keyless Entry Yes (Push-button + Digital Key expected) Expected.
Heated Steering Wheel Yes TBD (likely on mid/high trims).
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Possible/panels likely on certain trims — TBD.
Apple Car Play Yes Likely (wired/wireless — TBD).
Android Auto Yes Likely (wired/wireless — TBD).
Touchscreen 14-inch Lexus Interface display Yes — modern Jeep infotainment (size / spec TBD).
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Likely offered (TBD).
Bluetooth Yes Yes (expected).
MP3 Player Yes (integrated media) Expected (via infotainment).
No. Of Speakers 10 (standard) / 17 (Mark Levinson Premium Audio) TBD (standard vs premium audio options).

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative braking + hydraulic brakes (standard EV).
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc TBD (disc brakes expected).
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc TBD (disc brakes expected).
Brake Assist Yes Expected.
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes.
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes (expected).
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes (expected).
No. Of Airbags 10 (expected) typically 6–8 for modern SUVs).
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes.
Crash Sensor Yes Yes.
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Expected as part of ADAS / parking set.
Multiple Cameras Yes (360° view monitor) Expected (360° / surround cameras on higher trims).
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes (VSC + Traction Control) Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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