New Lexus Electric Sedan Charges Slower Than Key Rivals

The 2026 Lexus ES 500e electric sedan recharges at half the speed of the Mercedes C-Class Electric. Think of it as a smaller fuel hose on a heavy car: both Lexus trims carry the same battery, and the 500e weighs nearly 5,000 lb. Engadget calls the tech a generation behind despite a $51,895 price and good handling.