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Lexus RZ
- Drive Type: FWD, AWD
- Type: 5 door SUV, 5 seats
- Self Driving: No
- Airbags: 8 airbags
PROS
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- High interior build quality
- Stable and predictable handling
CONS
- Charging speed trails some rivals
- Range not class-leading
he Lexus RZ is a fully electric SUV from Lexus. It sits in the premium compact luxury segment. The body style follows a crossover design with a focus on comfort, technology, and quiet driving.
The RZ uses a lithium-ion battery pack around 71.4 kWh. Range varies by variant and driving conditions, typically around 350–440 km on the WLTP cycle. Real-world range often falls lower depending on speed and climate use. DC fast charging supports speeds up to roughly 150 kW, while AC charging works with standard home and public wallbox setups.
The Lexus RZ sits in the higher end of the compact luxury EV price range. It suits drivers who value ride comfort, cabin refinement, and brand reliability over outright performance. Within the same brand, buyers often compare it with the Lexus UX 300e and future models like the Lexus LF-Z Electrified. Key alternatives include the BMW iX3 and Audi Q8 e-tron. A common comparison comes from its platform sibling, the Toyota bZ4X.
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Full Specifications
MODEL
| Models |
Lexus RZ 300e Lexus RZ 450e |
LAUNCH
| Announced |
2023, December 19 -Lexus RZ 300e 2022, April 20 - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Status |
Available to order. Released 2023, December - Lexus RZ 300e Available to order. Released 2023, February 07 - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Base Price |
$ 55,200 - Lexus RZ 300e $ 59,650 € 60,000 £ 62,600 - Lexus RZ 450e |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
FWD 201 hp (150 kW) - Lexus RZ 300e AWD 313 hp (230 kW) - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Torque |
196 Nm (145 lb-ft) - Lexus RZ 300e 435 Nm (320 lb-ft) - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
7.4 sec 0-60 mph - Lexus RZ 300e 5 sec 0-60 mph (5.6 sec 0-62 mph) - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Max Speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
72.8 kWh total - Lexus RZ 300e 64 kWh usable, 71.4 kWh total - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Tech | Li-ion 355V (400V type) |
| Range |
266 mi EPA - Lexus RZ 300e 250 mi WLTP (220 mi EPA) -Lexus RZ 450e |
| Consumption | 291 Wh/mi WLTP (320 Wh/mi EPA) - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Recuperation | Yes, 5 modes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging | Type 2 7 kW, 0-100% in 9.5 hours |
| DC Charging |
CCS 150 kW max, 0-80% in 35 min - Lexus RZ 300e CCS 150 kW max, 0-80% in 30 min - Lexus RZ 450e |
BODY
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | e-TNGA |
| Dimensions | 4805 x 1895 x 1635 mm (189.2 x 74.6 x 64.4 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.29 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm (112.2 in) |
| Clearance | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Weight | EU: 2296 kg unladen (US: 2070 kg curb, 2640 kg GVWR) - Lexus RZ 450e |
| Suspension | Front MacPherson struts, rear Trailing Wishbone; Frequency reactive dampers |
| Wheels | R18, R20 |
| Trunk/Boot | US: 988 l |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No |
| Towing | EU: 750 kg unbraked |
| Others | Active automatic front grille |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 14" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | Yes |
| Head-Up | Yes |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed, dimming function |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, advanced Park with remote function |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | Front radar, front/rear camera. Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, Pre-Collision System with pedestrian detection, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Trace Assist, Road Sign Assist, High Beam Assist, Secondary Collision brake, Blind Spot Monitor, Front/Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Emergency brake signal, Emergency Driving Stop System |
Note
| disclaimer | We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct |
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