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Added on the 30/06/2023 07:19:40 - Copyright : Auto Moto EN
The next chapter of the Lexus Electrified Vision has arrived with the launch of the all-new RZ battery-electric SUV, the first Lexus BEV built on a dedicated electric vehicle platform.Following the successful launch of the first Lexus BEV - the UX 300e in late 2021 - the RZ brings Lexus a step closer in its aim of offering a fully-electrified range of Hybrid, PHEV and BEV luxury vehicles in Australia by 2030.The new electric powertrain with e-Axle electric motors and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive adds to the renowned Lexus elements of luxurious takumi craftsmanship and impeccable build quality.Lexus Australia Chief Executive John Pappas said the new RZ retains all the signature Lexus elements customers have come to appreciate, but now with zero exhaust emissions.The RZ launches in Australia with the choice of two grades, starting with the 450e Luxury variant from $123,000 plus on-road costs. The flagship 450e Sports Luxury asks $135,000.Both variants are powered by the same compact and efficient 71.4kWh lithium-ion battery, deploying 230kW of power and 435Nm of instant torque to all four wheels and a driving range of 470km.Instant torque and all-wheel traction allows the RZ to sprint from standstill to 100km/h in just 5.3 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 160km/h.All RZ grades come as standard with an 11kW on-board charger, which can recharge the vehicle in approximately 6.5 hours when connected to a three-phase power supply. Recharging to 80 per cent capacity cuts the waiting time to just 30 minutes when hooked up to a DC fast charger.
The new RZ 450e is Lexus' first electric vehicle to be designed from the ground up. The model not only has a battery-electric drive instead of a conventional motor, but also fully exploits the potential of new technologies to increase performance and driving pleasure in equal measure, true to the ""Lexus Electrified"" philosophy. The vehicle was extensively tested and tuned on the racetrack at the Shimoyama Center in Japan, the future global headquarters of Lexus.First and foremost, the new RZ is a true Lexus – it has all the qualities of performance and craftsmanship that the brand is known for; with a special focus on driving pleasure with the Lexus Driving Signature. The company has used its extensive experience in electrification to combine the benefits of a battery electric model (BEV) with the refinement typical of the brand, creating a unique driving experience.Lexus is using the new E-Axle drives in the RZ for the first time: compact motor units at the front and rear that work together with the new Lexus DIRECT4 all-wheel drive. The new platform, specially developed for electric vehicles, offers excellent body rigidity, a low center of gravity and a long wheelbase - thus creating the conditions for precise handling characteristics and direct response. The optional ""One Motion Grip"" steer-by-wire system in combination with the innovative Yoke steering wheel will be introduced from 2025. This enables even simpler and more precise steering.The powerful lithium-ion battery unit is fully integrated into the chassis under the cab floor; their quality is closely controlled to ensure long-term performance.
2023 Lexus RZ 450e Sports Luxury Driving Video
The RX 500h Turbo combines elegance and power to maintain its leading position. Other electrified powertrains available are the RX 450h+, which incorporates Lexus' benchmark plug-in hybrid technology, and the RX 350h, which offers an efficient alternative to diesel or gasoline models.The new RX also incorporates a driver-focused “tazuna” cockpit, for more intuitive control of the vehicle, which in turn enhances the driving experience. Thanks to the new Lexus Link multimedia system, with the standard “Hey Lexus” on-board assistant, the 14-inch touchscreen and remote functions can be controlled via the Lexus Link app for smartphones.Drivers will also enjoy improved handling and response, thanks to the development of the GA-K platform, which offers excellent body rigidity and a low center of gravity. By optimizing SUV fundamentals such as inertia specifications, weight reduction and the engine, Lexus has created a more natural dialogue between vehicle and driver.
Redesigned from the ground up for the 2022 model year, the 2023 LX 600 builds upon that success with customer-driven updates to the flagship SUV. Since its launch in 1995, the LX has been a luxury SUV icon shaped by an identity distinguished by an indomitable duality. Its comfortable ride quality and long list of amenities have defined it as a luxurious long-range cruiser, yet its tried-and-tested off-road specifications and equipment have taken it beyond the pavement in more than 50 countries and regions around the globe.Powering LX is a high-output, high-torque 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine. Refined vehicle control in both on-road and off-road situations is enabled by the Electronically Controlled Brake (ECB) system and Electric Power Steering (EPS).Beyond the LX’s aluminum doors is a cabin designed for the utmost in comfort and usability. The instrument panel features Lexus Interface with a dual display configuration. A 12.3-inch upper screen and 7-inch lower screen help to create a comfortable driving experience with their variety of views, instrumentation and control adjustments.LX is offered in five interior color options: Palomino, White/Peppercorn, Circuit Red, Black and Sunflare.LX’s exterior design pursues a blend of athletic performance, accessible functionality and striking beauty – a combination that began with the 2022 NX. Key to LX’s design are optimized proportions that combine sophistication with power and presence.
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