And it doesn’t stop there, Lexus has also revealed the first image of this electric crossover’s cabin with a Tesla Yoke-style steering wheel (or Knight Rider, if you prefer).
The RZ 450e was previewed in December 2021 as the forerunner of Lexus’ electric lineup, with more images of the exterior of the production version due in February 2022.
However, this is the first time we see the cabin and it looks like an evolution of the LF-Z Electrified concept car.
The yoke-style steering wheel is no doubt the highlight (wire-drive system), but we also find the digital instrument cluster quite compact and the large infotainment touchscreen. on the center console tilted towards the driver. We can also see the center console is placed high and the materials look quite premium.
The exterior is reduced compared to the concept, although it retains the aerodynamic shape.
The face is characterized by a concealed spindle grille and familiar Lexus headlights.
The whole body has strong lines while the rear end comes with a thick rear windshield, integrated spoiler and full-width LED tail lights.
The RZ 450e will be Lexus’ first model based on Toyota’s dedicated EV e-TNGA platform, shared with Toyota’s own bZ4x and its twin, the Solterra.
Following Lexus’ more upmarket approach, this model will be positioned in the luxury segment compared to its brothers in terms of design, technology features and performance to compete with models like the Tesla. Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback and Genesis GV60.
The powertrain includes two electric motors that provide all-wheel drive in conjunction with Lexus’ new Direct4 system, which focuses on performance and driving dynamics.
The concept is equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack that gives the car a range of 600 km so we very much hope the production car also has such good parameters. The mechanically equivalent Toyota bZ4x can travel 516 km with a WLTP range.
We’ll learn about the Lexus RZ450e during its digital premiere on Wednesday, April 20 at 6 a.m. at discoverlexus.com/reveal.
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