Lexus RZ
Purchase price from $46,000
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Car and Driver
The Lexus RZ 450e offers a serene ride, luxurious interior, and impeccable build quality, but its limited 220-mile range and outdated infotainment system with a fiddly touchpad put it behind competitors like the Tesla Model Y. Acceleration is decent rather than thrilling, while the cabin is exceptionally quiet and seats are supportive. Overall, it's a pleasant luxury EV best for comfort-focused buyers, scoring 7/10.
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Edmunds
Edmunds highlights the RZ's 'Lexus-smooth' ride and near-silent cabin, along with premium materials and comfortable seats. However, the 14-inch touchscreen's shallow controls, lack of physical buttons, and an observed 210-mile range cause range anxiety. Charging at 100 kW is slow, and acceleration is adequate but not exciting. Steering feels numb, yet the low center of gravity aids competence. It earns 7.7/10, recommended for luxury comfort over tech and range.
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Kelley Blue Book
KBB praises the RZ's stylish design, plush interior, seat comfort, and standard Lexus Safety System+ 3.0. Drawbacks include a max 220-mile range (worst in class), a high starting price over $55,000, and clunky touchpad infotainment. Rear legroom is generous but cargo is smaller than a RAV4 Prime. Rated 4.0/5, it's a smooth, quiet luxury EV with practical limitations for frequent charging stops.
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MotorTrend
MotorTrend’s first drive of the 2024 Lexus RZ 450e praises the EV’s exceptionally quiet cabin and the trademark Lexus refinement, which carries over from the combustion models. The Direct4 all-wheel-drive system provides sure-footed traction, but the reviewer notes the RZ lacks the driving excitement of rivals like the Tesla Model Y or Ford Mustang Mach-E. Range is a significant sticking point—around 220 miles on the Premium trim—which trails the class. The interior is a highlight, with exceptional materials and the optional bamboo-and-ultra-suede trim. Ride quality is plush, though the steering feels numb. Acceleration is adequate (0-60 in 4.6 seconds) but not thrilling. Overall, MotorTrend concludes the RZ is a comfortable, well-built luxury EV but suffers from a high price for the range offered, making it a niche choice for Lexus loyalists rather than a class leader.
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