Competes with: Audi E-Tron, Tesla Model Y, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin
Looks like: An electrified RX
Powertrains: Dual electric motors with a 71.4-kilowatt-hour battery pack; AWD
Hits dealerships: Late 2022
Lexus has revealed its first all-electric vehicle, the 2023 RZ 450e SUV. While the luxury automaker did not beat its parent company to the all-electric punch — the Toyota bZ4X is currently on sale — the new RZ aims to be a comfortable and practical alternative for luxury EV shoppers. The 2023 RZ shares a platform with the bZ4X but offers more conventional styling that aligns with Lexus’ current SUVs.
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Lexus’ newest SUV comes with standard dual electric motors that use the brand’s new Direct4 all-wheel-drive technology. Other highlights for Lexus’ first EV include a spacious interior, user-friendly tech and a Lexus-estimated 225-mile range. Some key details remain under wraps, however: The RZ’s power and torque outputs and charging times are unknown.