When you first step inside the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e, it doesn’t just feel like you’re driving a car. It feels like you’ve stepped into the future. A future where power is silent, technology is intuitive, and every detail serves both form and function.
Lexus’ first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV) isn’t just an evolution - it’s a reimagination of the driving experience.
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The RZ 450e is built on a dedicated BEV platform, designed from the ground up for electric performance. That means no compromises. No retrofitting a petrol chassis. Just a perfectly balanced, all-electric vehicle engineered for what lies ahead.
Its powertrain features eAxles on both the front and rear, integrated with motors, inverters, and transaxles - providing smooth, all-wheel-drive performance through Lexus’ advanced DIRECT4 system.
DIRECT4 doesn’t just push power to all four wheels - it actively distributes it between front and rear, from 100:0 to 0:100, in real time. That means more grip, better acceleration, and sharper cornering that feels naturally connected to your inputs.
What Lexus calls the “Lexus Driving Signature” is really about one thing: making the car feel like an extension of you. Every movement - acceleration, steering, braking - responds predictably and precisely. You don’t have to think. You just drive.
Thanks to Vehicle Braking Posture Control, even the way the RZ slows down feels deliberate. Braking is smooth, controlled, and stable - whether you’re in traffic or taking a winding descent.
And when it’s time to go, the RZ’s electric performance is immediate. It can do 0–60 mph in just 5.0 seconds, with a top speed of 99 mph (159 km/h). But what’s more impressive is how confidently it gets there - quietly, seamlessly, and with minimal body movement.
Whether you’re charging at home overnight or topping up at a public fast charger, the RZ keeps things efficient:
🔶 Level 1 (110V–120V): ~50 hours for a full charge
🔶 Level 2 (240V / 32A): ~9.5 hours
🔶 DC Fast Charging (150 kW): 0–80% in ~30 minutes
Security features like a charging port lock and connector lock protect against tampering, while My Room mode lets you use the cabin’s systems (like A/C and audio) even while charging - perfect for longer stops.
Inside the cabin, Lexus has created something rare in the world of cars: true silence. And not just the absence of engine noise.
The battery is mounted under the floor, acting as a sound barrier against the road. Special seals around the hood, acoustic glass in the windows, and insulation in key areas all contribute to a cabin so quiet, front and rear passengers can speak comfortably - even at highway speeds.
It’s a space designed to restore, not overwhelm. To create that kind of calm takes detail most of us never see, but instantly feel.
The RZ’s design reflects its electric nature without shouting about it. Lexus calls the look “Seamless E-Motion” - and it shows.
The traditional spindle grille has evolved into the spindle body: a sculpted front that’s bold, clean, and instantly recognisable. Sleek LED headlights and a wide rear stance signal performance, while aerodynamic curves help reduce drag and road noise.
With a long wheelbase, short overhangs, and a low centre of gravity, the silhouette is dynamic and grounded. The rear fenders flare confidently, while the flowing roofline peaks toward the back to enhance rear-seat headroom and comfort.
Step inside and everything feels natural - but enhanced. The RZ’s interior is built on the Tazuna concept, inspired by the way riders use reins to guide a horse. Here, it means you’re in control without distraction.
The 14-inch touchscreen is responsive and beautifully integrated. The Head-Up Display (on Sports Luxury models) puts key info directly in your line of sight. And the rotary shifter is as satisfying to use as it is stylish.
Every control is where you expect it. Every material feels premium. And every light, surface, and sound has been refined for a reason.
Rear seat space is generous, thanks to the long wheelbase and thoughtful packaging. Rear passengers enjoy over 1,000mm (39.3 inches) of couple distance, with available panoramic glass adding an airy, open feel to the entire cabin.
Even the ambient lighting has been considered, with multi-colour illumination available on premium models, enhancing the mood for nighttime driving.
The Lexus RZ 450e isn’t trying to be the loudest EV in the room. Instead, it focuses on what matters: balance, connection, and refinement. It’s for drivers who value grace over gimmicks. For those who want their technology to feel intuitive, not overwhelming.
And above all, it shows us that the future of driving doesn’t have to feel unfamiliar - it can feel perfectly natural.
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