By: Driving.com Updated 21 Apr 2022, 15: 32 pm EDT
Finally, the Japanese house lands with the Lexus RZ, its new zero-emission SUV loaded with technology and the luxury that characterizes Toyota’s distinctive signature.
After so many hybrid models, Lexus begins to retrace the path with electric models and the RZ is a clear example.
Itself this new model is the brother of the Toyota bZ4X where it shares the e-TNGA platform and other components.
On the outside the Lexus RZ is presented with the Lexus design style contributed by the style of the grille (now it is closed) and the headlights.
On the sides, well-marked lines are perceived, especially in the rear door, although there are also The multi-spoke wheels are striking.
On the other hand, the rear area includes some optical groups connected to the tailgate with a plate bearing the name of the brand.
In turn, it includes a small “ducktail” style spoiler and a voluminous bumper with air vents.
Inside the cab of the RZ 450e we find at first sight a particular steering wheel inspired by the commands of an airplane.
It also acquires a large central multimedia screen of 14 inches slightly driver oriented and a digital dashboard.
A separate paragraph deserves the quality and finish of the materials with leather as a standard for the panels and the seats.
Among the most outstanding elements is the digital interior mirror that receives images from a rear camera as well as the multiple driving assistants framed in the Lexus Safety system.
In mechanical matters, a structure of two electric motors has been chosen that allow or get the all-wheel drive.
The Combined horsepower is 313 horsepower equivalent to 230 kW. A lithium ion battery of 71, 4 kWh is involved, which would give a range, according to the WLTP cycle, of more than 400 kilometres.
Lexus already has a new electric SUV and with it, other products will arrive later to expand its catalog.