[RZ-4-Me]

Lexus has announced that the RZ 450e will make its world debut on April 20 at 6:00 am eastern.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1511282504296189954

Lexus announced today that it will reveal its new all-electric model, the RZ 450e, during a global event to be broadcast on April 20, 2022 at 12:00 pm CET on the following site: www.lexus.eu/car-models/rz-announcement.

Developed under the ‘Lexus Driving Signature’ philosophy, the RZ is the first dedicated Lexus BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle). It is designed and engineered to set a new benchmark in terms of premium driving experience, providing the driver with a carefully crafted and intimate connection with their car, characterised by confidence, control and comfort.

 

[goodbyeRX]

Lexus sent out another reminder today about the reveal on Wednesday. I'll paste the press release text below, but the new teaser image of the rear 3/4 view is the best part!

From Lexus:
PLANO, Texas (April 18, 2022) — Lexus will reveal the all-new RZ, showcasing the brand’s challenge for a carbon neutral society at a digital, online premiere.
The premiere will feature the joy of driving only Lexus can offer with sounds of nature collected from the real world that stimulates the five senses, under the theme “Voice of the Earth.”
The online premiere will be available on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. ET at https://www.lexus.com/future/RZ.

 

[StevenH]

Any word on when reservations will open for the U.S.?

 

[chargedup]

Any word on when reservations will open for the U.S.?

Haven't seen anything for the U.S. yet but I expect us to see them open in June 2022. When that happens, we should see this page get updated to include a reservation form: RZ. For now, your best bet is to try getting on a waiting list at your local Lexus dealer.

 

[RZ-4-Me]

Haven't seen anything for the U.S. yet but I expect us to see them open in June 2022. When that happens, we should see this page get updated to include a reservation form: RZ. For now, your best bet is to try getting on a waiting list at your local Lexus dealer.

Any word on when reservations will open for the U.S.?

It'd be nice if they open reservations after the reveal. But given what's happened with the bZ and Solterra it seems like it'll happen a bit after the reveal.

 

[chargedup]

Here's the livestream link hosted on the Lexus Japan YouTube page. Just 14 hours left till it starts!

 

[RZ-4-Me]

New teaser photos release by Lexus.

 

[pdonnell]

Observed a 11 AM (London time) or 3 AM pacific standard time here in CA for the reveal tomorrow. Should be very interesting. On the waiting list of a nearby dealer. Spec's will be critical though.

 

[pdonnell]

Underwhelming preview. IMHO. Lot of BZ, some thrown in NX layout, likely 310 total hp direct-4 dual motor, 225 mi range. Optional yoke steering wheel, dimmable panoramic ceiling glass. One gets the feeling Lexus is being conservative putting quality/durability over bells/whistles. Left unknown, interior size, speed, charging times, etc.... First blush reveals a BZ with different paint job. There's a lot left unknown. Not impressed with this reveal.

2023 Lexus RZ450e Revealed as a Racier, Ritzier Toyota bZ4X

Lexus finally offers its U.S. clientele an EV, and the RZ promises an upscale cabin, around 300 hp, and an estimated 225 miles of range.

www.caranddriver.com

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[StevenH]

Underwhelming preview. IMHO. Lot of BZ, some thrown in NX layout, likely 310 total hp direct-4 dual motor, 225 mi range. Optional yoke steering wheel, dimmable panoramic ceiling glass. One gets the feeling Lexus is being conservative putting quality/durability over bells/whistles. Left unknown, interior size, speed, charging times, etc.... First blush reveals a BZ with different paint job. There's a lot left unknown. Not impressed with this reveal.

2023 Lexus RZ450e Revealed as a Racier, Ritzier Toyota bZ4X

Lexus finally offers its U.S. clientele an EV, and the RZ promises an upscale cabin, around 300 hp, and an estimated 225 miles of range.

www.caranddriver.com

I think we can surmise that the battery is the Panasonic one used in the FWD bZ4X that can charge at up to 150 kW. Solterra and bZ4X AWD customers relegated to 100 kW are wondering, "What the...?"