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Lexus RZ

Lexus's electric SUV — shares mechanicals with the Toyota bZ4X but adds Lexus refinement, more power, and 22 kW three-phase AC charging. The 2026 refresh dropped pricing by up to $42,000.

3 variants available — see the comparison table below.

From: $79,500 – $115,000
Range up to: 460 km
Battery up to: 74.7 kWh
0–100: 4.6 s
Power: 280 kW
DC charge: 150 kW
ANCAP: 5★

Variants and pricing

All variants of the Lexus RZ on sale in Australia. Headline specs in the panel above reflect the volume-seller ( 500e Luxury ).

Variant	From	Battery	Range	Power	0–100	DC peak	Drive
RZ 350e Luxury	$79,500	71.4 kWh	440 km	165 kW	7.5 s	150 kW	RWD
RZ 500e Luxury	$84,500	74.7 kWh	460 km	280 kW	4.6 s	150 kW	AWD
RZ 550e F Sport	$115,000	74.7 kWh	440 km	300 kW	4.4 s	150 kW	AWD

Verdict

Lexus's electric SUV — shares mechanicals with the Toyota bZ4X but adds Lexus refinement, more power, and 22 kW three-phase AC charging. The 2026 refresh dropped pricing by up to $42,000.

Pros and cons

What we like

✓ Lexus's industry-leading 10-year battery warranty
✓ 22 kW three-phase AC charging
✓ Sharper performance than bZ4X (4.6s 0–100)

What we don't

✕ Range modest for the price (460 km WLTP)
✕ Shares cost-cut interior elements with Toyota sibling
✕ Pricing dropped only after slow initial sales

Best for

Premium SUV buyers
Lexus loyalists
All-weather drivers

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Specifications

Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.

Performance

Drive layout: RWD
Motor power: 280 kW
Motor torque: 537 Nm
0–100 km/h: 4.6 s

Battery & range

Battery capacity: 74.7 kWh
Range (WLTP): 460 km

Charging

AC charging: 22 kW
DC fast charging (peak): 150 kW

Dimensions

Length: 4,805 mm
Width: 1,895 mm
Height: 1,635 mm
Wheelbase: 2,850 mm
Boot (seats up): 522 L

Safety & warranty

ANCAP rating: 5 stars (tested 2023)
Vehicle warranty: 5 years
Battery warranty: 10 years

Pricing & origin

Price from: $84,500
Built in: Japan
Sale status: on sale

Helpful guides

Practical reading for Lexus RZ buyers.

Charging

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