Lexus RZ

Lexus RZ
RZ 450e
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Model codeEB10
Production2023–present
Model years2023–present (North America)
AssemblyJapan: Toyota, Aichi (Motomachi plant)
DesignerDaichi Kimura[1]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
Platforme-TNGA
Related
Powertrain
Electric motor
  • 1×150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) 1XM AC permanent magnet synchronous (front) + 1×80 kW (107 hp; 109 PS) 1YM AC permanent magnet synchronous (rear) (XEBM15)
Power output230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS)
TransmissioneAxle
Battery71.4 kWh lithium-ion
Range
  • 450 km (280 mi) (approximate cruising range, WLTC)
  • 320–360 km (200–225 mi) (approximate cruising range, EPA)
Plug-in charging150 kW DC
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,850 mm (112.2 in)
Length4,805 mm (189.2 in)
Width1,895 mm (74.6 in)
Height1,635 mm (64.4 in)

The Lexus RZ is a battery-electric vehicle built by Toyota's luxury division Lexus since 2023. It is considered a "large SUV" by Euro NCAP and a "small sport utility vehicle" by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.[2][3] The RZ is built on the e-TNGA platform shared with the Toyota bZ4X/Subaru Solterra,[4] it is the first dedicated battery electric vehicle of the Lexus marque that will be sold worldwide and also the second battery electric model after the ICE-based UX 300e.[5]

  1. ^ "The all-new Lexus RZ: powerful design rooted in electrified performance" (Press release). UK: Lexus. 2022-07-22. Retrieved 2023-02-09.
  2. ^ "Lexus RZ". euroncap.com. 2023. Retrieved 2023-11-28.
  3. ^ "Fuel economy of the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e AWD (18 inch Wheels)". fueleconomy.gov. United States Environmental Protection Agency. Retrieved 2023-11-28.
  4. ^ Bruce, Chris (2021-12-14). "Lexus RZ 450e Design Unveiled As The Posh Toyota bZ4X Alternative". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2021-12-15.
  5. ^ Pappas, Thanos (2022-04-20). "Lexus RZ 450e Debuts As A Posher Toyota bZ4X With 309 HP And 0-62 In 5.6sec". Carscoops. Retrieved 2022-12-23.