Video Summary
- The RZ is Lexus's first fully electric car.- There is a significant range difference between the trims.
- The base model RZ300e with 18-inch wheels is rated for 266 miles.
- The top-of-the-line RZ450e with 20-inch wheels is rated at only 196 miles.
- It is futuristically styled and fun to drive.
- From a size perspective, it is a squattier RX with more cargo volume.
- It has about 8 inches of ground clearance and goes from 0 to 60 mph in 5 seconds.
- Twin electric motors deliver a combined 308 horsepower.
- The cabin is spacious and trimmed in thunderstorm and macadamia-colored ultrasuede.
- Pricing begins at $55,000 and tops out fully loaded at $67,675.
- Three levels of charging are available: 120, 240, and level 3 public fast charging at 150kW.
- A Level 2 charger can fully charge the battery in about 9 1/2 hours.
- On a full charge, the tester saw only about 165 miles, rather than the rated 197.
- The driving experience is excellent, with a gutsy level of acceleration and respectable handling.
- The natural braking feel is excellent.
- The vague steering wheel controls are not liked.
- The latest Toyota infotainment system is frustrating at times.
- It is the only infotainment system that does not mute the music when interacting with Siri and Apple CarPlay.
- The 20-inch wheels are not friendly to this EV in terms of fuel economy.
- The Toyota BZ4X is this car's corporate cousin.
- The battery’s performance is certainly curious.
- The cabin is fresh and spacious with radiant heating.
- The climate concierge automatically triggers items like heated seats.
- It has beautifully supportive seats and true three-across rear seating.
- Otherwise, it is a quiet, peaceful, comforting, and potentially sporting experience.
