The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Is A Great Electric Luxury SUV In Need Of More Range

[@OPC249]

Lexus is the only company that would bring 90's carpet seats with 2010 technology to 2023

[@RSwrightMD]

This seems like an inaccurate criticism. I went and looked at this model and compared it to a rented Tesla Model 3. The Lexus is luxurious and the seats were made of very high quality and comfortable material.

[@RainbowTy]

I think it's time for a 2023 Model Y review! They have improved so much since your 2018 M3P.

[@naveenthemachine]

Ive heard build quality is better. A friend of mine bought a long range Y and he hasn’t complained about build quality

[@jml9550]

A couple of my co workers bought model Ys within the last few months. The quality is a still not up to par. The Fremont factory is the worst in quality compare to Austin and Shanghai.

[@RainbowTy]

@@jml9550 My 2018 3 compared to my moms 2023 Y is night and day. Soooo much quieter, less wind noise, road noise and feels a lot more solid and rigid. No build quality issues, Fremont build.

[@jml9550]

@@RainbowTy good to know. I am comparing build quality on my recently bought 2024 Lexus NX350h vs Model Y. I just wish Tesla can improve their build quality a little more, I am interested in the Model S.

[@vytenisrupeika6102]

@@jml9550i do have model Y performance from Fremont factory and quality is fantastic.

[@connerthecat4758]

While I agree the charge door seems like an after thought, I would prefer the manual door to a power one - one less thing that can break (and when that does, you are in trouble). Range is going to kill this; if they could add another 50% minimum (ideally 100%) it would be great. Needs faster charging too.

[@jml9550]

I am a long time Lexus fan and currently have 3 Lexuses in my household. I have to say this RZ is half ass of an attempt. Bring us a 300+ miles range EV at $55-60k and I will bring my checkbook.

[@rahimi4762]

Acura ZDX

[@jml9550]

The ZDX is really nice, $60-70k range is a little steep for my taste on a Acura. For $7k more, I would probably look at a Lucid Air Pure single motor RWD at 400 miles range.

[@josephperry6990]

I’m so epically disappointed with Toyota’s modern quality - everything from the materials used to the fit and finish. Just sat in this car and drove it this weekend and it felt super cheap. Toyota/ Lexus used to be so much more sound and solid.

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed and I own one. Although the quality in mine is decent but I agree. If you want Japanese GM quality go Toyota If you want quality go Honda Mazda Hyundai Kia

[@damageman]

Never buy the first year even Toyota

[@MLHunt]

This design pretty clearly shows that Toyota had release of an EV low on its list of priorities, saw the amount of attention they were being given by the competition, panicked, and rushed a half-cooked design to production. The primary intention is to have something on their lots to show their famously loyal customers and perhaps keep some of them who have decided their next car will be an EV from leaving the brand. It's a stopgap product to keep them at least somewhat in the segment until they have a competitive design ready. They aren't building very many of them and will probably sell them all, so even though it's not a very good car they'll probably count it a success.

[@n7y8c7]

Exactly. They're definitely behind, and this doesn't even bother to keep up. The ZDX is much better.

[@MLHunt]

@@n7y8c7 ZDX is basically a Honda-flavored Cadillac Lyriq, which some might find preferable. I like both those designs.

[@Mr21scott]

@@n7y8c7 LOL NO GM product has ever been "much better" than anything.

[@X-7-JAMES]

Awesome review! I’ve been watching you for years. Amazing to see your channel grow. So well deserved, sir.

[@chuckkerber4735]

But if you have 2 passengers, and are running the AC full blast, range drops to 150 miles...

[@Michael-li3id]

throw in some hills and temps in the teens, it's even worse. Just like gas engines though, environmetal impacts affect them. My 4xe has a pretty consistent 28 mile range in SC. Worst I've ever gotten was 22. My friend in PA has the same vehicle. He gets about a 24 mile range just because of all the hills, and that's perfect day w/ no passengers. If he immediately gets on the highway and goes 70+mph, his range drops to 19. If it's cold out, he gets about 17 and if he also turns on the electric heater he's gotten as poor as 13 miles. I'm thinking about asking him this winter to cram it full w/ 4 people and see if he could go as few as 10 miles on a charge (jeep conservatively advertises 21 mile range) The 4xe has a 17kwh battery pack btw, compared to this Lexus' 71kwh pack. The jeep also only weighs 500 lbs more. Based on KWH and curb weight, I predict this lexus getting best case scenario of 144 miles range, with a worst case scenario of somewhere in the 70s

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Throw in winter snowy condition, and range will drop even further.

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

Whenever I haul things in my EV, it never increases how much more I go to the gas station.

[@hellkitty1014]

It is just confounding why Lexus would put out such an underwhelming vehicle at a time when EVs are constantly in a state of trying to one-up another. I get that Toyota, writ-large is a very hybrid focused company, but their EVs are lukewarm at best. GM, Ford, and H/K have shown that full-line automakers can indeed produce high-level EVs while protecting their ICE propulsion entries.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s Lexus. They always underwhelm and phone their models in. Look at just about every new model. None of them are class competitive despite being new

[@Studio89Graphic]

A Toyoda 🔋 🔋 Battery Horizontal Pack can be swapped out and replace with a more Kwatts/hr when new Technology of Battery mature! Not like a Tessie nor Made in China BEV. Hello!

[@PWCDN]

Because Lexus customers have no sense of value and buy it for the brand. If people love buying your bland product, why improve it. Here is what Lexus customers want, they want a reliable Toyota with a premium interior, that's it. The Lexus brand is just market segmentation, charge more for something they could have easily been made a Toyota. Lexus is the equivalent of buying a LV bag. People just want to be seen with one. The extra cost doesn't make it do anything better than a cheaper bag. imo Lexus are ugly as hell, I rather own a Toyota.

[@Studio89Graphic]

@@PWCDN Mind you, in Canada a Lexus is only 5%-10% higher Premium than a Toyoda. We own both Camry and Lexus ES300 we know the Price and the style and the Trim details. Still Lexus last as long or longer than a Toyota and more styling. That is the Fact...

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

@@PWCDNNo, you shut up! Signed A guy juggling GX/TX vs 4Runner/Grand Highlander.

[@Jameszieee]

would much rather buy a Crown and go electric when OE's reach something worthwhile

[@ramenandgyoza702]

Love Lexus cars but this one is so underwhelming compared to its competition

[@naveenthemachine]

Every Lexus is so underwhelming compared to the competition

[@mob4ever]

​@naveenthemachine Says the person who can't afford a Lexus or its competition

[@naveenthemachine]

@@mob4ever If i could I’d go with the far superior competition

[@eneos3795]

Saw this out on the road today, it's so nice though!

[@robertwarren20]

This was a very fair assement of the car. Just purchased the luxury edition. I was coming from the RX350 and loved that car. We still own that vehicle, so it is a good backup. When I first heard about the range, I immediately wrote it off. After hearing about the free loaner program and taking a test drive, I decided it was worth another look. We typically take two road trips a year and knowing we could keep that mileage off the RZ made me re-examine. I typically do short trips around town, so this works for me.

[@jamiu22]

Congrats, i initially also wrote it off alsl due to its range compared to Tesla (but i hate Tesla amd Musk) and high price.....but with the extremely bad press, its price has significantly depreciated that it is now worth it as a replacent 2nd car for my family. Had it for about a week, and love it.

[@robertwarren20]

Glad to hear you love the car! I really love mine as well. I'm actually a fan of Tesla and did consider the modely Y. I think Tesla has superb batteries and charging network. The cabin, look, realiability and ride quality were the deciding factors for me. A friend of mine was buying a new boat. He couldn't decide if he wanted one or two engines. The sales guy asked him what he would be doing 90% of the time. He said "just taking it to another marina where he could eat lunch". Why would you need two engines to do that. With the Lexus it was the same thing. I probably spend 95+% of my time driving around town. I am having a level 2 charger installed tomorrow.

[@Blue-moon12]

Lexus gimmick car. No rear wiper, good luck seeing out when reversing in rain. No sunroof shade for the glass. 99 mph, 196 mile range. No thanks.

[@rosiesanchez7733]

It has back up cameras 😅 I’ll be fine.

[@KietNguyen-dx2cr]

It has a system that cleans the rear window with no wipers

[@zenkatta]

Just to point out than ultrasuede is not leather but this Fabric content ranges from 80% polyester non-woven (100% recycled ultra-microfiber) and 20% non-fibrous polyurethane. RZ is maybe 100% animal free like the new Toyota CHR ?

[@royalgreenlantern]

DOA- Dead on Arrival . They essential made a EV that was ok 5-8 years ago. It will not be able to compete within the EV market when the Koreans have made true Competitive EV's

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s Lexus. What did you expect 😂? Every new Lexus is DOA

[@Lymonade24]

Does the front cross traffic alert do that at most intersections? That would get annoying really fast.

[@202AMERICA]

Love the reviews....HATE the BULLDOZER front end ---- Absolutely NOTHING Elegant about this design!

[@AhrashTahsini]

I have this car as well, its a great just as he says but it has no range. Is it possible to add a battery to the vehicle?

[@chuchum3]

6.6kw on board and 196 miles of range?? Thats less and slow than a much much cheaper Chevy Bolt! Come on Toyota !

[@jmshen1011]

May I ask, what is the brand and model of your dash cam? Thank you

[@Minho_Lee1999]

The manual door for the charge port is much better than electronic which tends to break.

[@yyen2003]

I owned a ES300h and now drive RX350. I love this brand but can’t consider its EV with only 196 miles EV range

[@lane5686]

On paper it goes up to 220 miles fully charged. In real life driving where you haul people and things, put on AC, going around city or uphill, that would be 150 miles. If anything the Acura ZDX looks far better and offers superior specs and range of 325 miles with 79 miles/10 min charge.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

On paper, ZDX does look far better, but we still need a real world range from ZDX.

[@kevanneclarke3363]

​@blackwhirlwind1245 considering that gm evs like the bolt is pretty good range so imagine double the battery and better efficiency I think it will be relatively normal to what I'd get in a ice car

[@dsdddsd4543we]

They should have just kept it at the BZ and debuted an electric RX in 2026.

[@BC-du5hm]

I would never spend money $$$$ on E.V until they improve range to about 400miles per charge. Overpriced. Hybrid is a much better option.

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Hell I wouldn't buy until range exceeds 500 miles, even my V8 mustang GT gets 350 miles nearly double the real world range of some EVs ..and I'd argue the sound is more fun the mustang

[@RKO859]

​@truckercowboyed2638 lol who cares about your 350 miles. It's gas, and you paying premium fuel. Enjoy that $120 fill up everytime

[@BC-du5hm]

@@RKO859 Rav4 prime. Does not need premium and gives over 500miles range!

[@rahimi4762]

Check out a Cadillac Lyriq or Acura ZDX

[@jonrussell1690]

I wouldn’t buy it…the range is what puts the brakes on this one. Why spend the money on the mediocre or range that was on EVs what, 10 years ago now.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Why does it matter that much? I spend money on cars for refinement and this Lexus is refined. Most people are not driving long ranges and most Lexus owners are charging at home so they drive their 25 or so miles a day and slowly charge their cars up. Unless you do long distances, range isn't the factor so many are making it out to be.

[@grammardad]

220 mi range for a dual motor ev? Not very impressive. Swing and a miss, Toyota.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s Toyota. They always swing and miss in almost every new model 😂

[@reecee2948]

Best review , thanks I actually learned something new!

[@chibbyylol]

Yeah just some stopgaps before solid states, design though could be on the right track Here before naveenthekoreanmachine and his alts touting Korean supremacy

[@naveenthemachine]

Other brands like bmw hyundai Kia are working on solid state batteries So Toyotas already way behind on something that’s not out yet 😂

[@eddieg6436]

This Lexus is OBVIOUSLY a “stopgap” vehicle. The entire vehicle reminds me of those “moving track seatbelts” they had to put in cars in the late 80’s, early 90’s right before airbags. …….I’d wait for a 2028-2030 electric Lexus.

[@naveenthemachine]

By then I doubt Lexus will even exist 😂.

[@eddieg6436]

@@naveenthemachine …..You MUST live in Iowa, Arkansas, or North Dakota!! Out west, every other car is either a Lexus, Honda, Toyota, or Tesla!!

[@jml9550]

@@eddieg6436tell me about it, SF Bay Area here. Lexus, Tesla, Mercedes, BMW and whatever are all over the place. Nobody look at these cars unless it is a Ferrari, Lambo or a LC500.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@eddieg6436 I love out west and I see teslas Hyundais Kia’s in my area

[@socallove1165]

How is the road noise compared to Model Y?

[@omendarklight1526]

I can't wait for them to release their new battery tech, it's only thing missing on this.

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

Same but, I hear the company is more into production than innovation. It’s huge around here. They say that the higher ups are focusing on hybrid.

[@dsdddsd4543we]

Toyota/Lexus has some of the most reliable vehicles on the market, but they don’t move as quickly in massive changes. I’m so surprised because Japan is the leader in battery technology and production, via companies Panasonic and Toshiba. There is a conservatism in management at Toyota / Lexus to not rock the boat too much. A new battery platform is on the way in 2026 I heard.

[@PWCDN]

why cut into profits if people will buy what you dish out. Toyota only last 2-3 years have drastically changed their design philosophy because South Korea is becoming a quick threat. Lexus has no reason to improve until Genesis starts becoming a threat. Lexus has no interest to compete against the Germans because quite frankly, it is not in their design philosophy to make noisy cars for the sake of evoking emotion and also, no autobahn, why make cars so powerful you will never use that power 99% of the time in Japan or America? Lexus is just a reliable Toyota with a nicer interior and tuned for an extra 50-100HP to justify the 50% more price tag, nothing less nothing more.

[@dsdddsd4543we]

@@PWCDN I agree! I prefer Lexus over other brands. However, I'm surprised they did not move on Battery technology sooner. The biggest threat to me is the Model y; this RZ should have competed with it head-on.

[@milopichu]

⁠interestingly they seem to be the first company in the race to come out with a solid state battery technology by 2026 alongside VW Group. Let’s see what happens.

[@marvyn_wez]

I think their main issue with it is with the infrastructure and overall immediate cost doesn't justifying forgoing their extremely efficient hybrids or dreams of hydrogen

[@mariusvanc]

This is purely a fleet compliance car, and it's so obvious. This review is just baffling. Why is anyone excited over it? Who is buying it?

[@thomasgriego7515]

Let be logical, as is exactly what Toyota/Lexus are. Majority of Americans considering an EV are not wanting an EV to be their only car. Lexus studied this and is aware that most buyers for a Lexus EV are already Toyota/Lexus owners and is more than likely going to be the secondary or third vehicle but not the only one vehicle of the household. They are also going to conservative route as well as being conservative with the materials it takes to create the batteries. Therefore, they did not need to build an EV that will get over 300 miles of range. And for those very very few people that this will be their only vehicle, they are allowed to get a loaner vehicle for road trips instead of taking the EV. Everyone needs to remember Toyota and Lexus are thinking 20-30 even 50 years down the road and their worldwide demographics, NOT ONLY the US. It’s is not a race. It’s about conserving and reliability.

[@HealthyCriticism]

lmaoooooooooooooooooooo sub 200mi range they should have scrapped this entirely

[@gp6536]

Smaller battery EV with range enough for everyday use is the future. The costs of manufacturing and the environmental implications of producing batteries are significant. Why place such a large battery if it’s not needed? It’s like placing a 200L tank in a Corolla. What’s the point?

[@g5magic]

Small car small battery makes sense!

[@hlim3487]

I would get Tesla over this and I don’t even like Teslas.

[@rolloutcarlo]

No comparison..the Lexus is a luxury vehicle

[@rambo4war]

I get 250 w/mi in a 7 year old Tesla MS still getting 310 miles on a 100 kw battery pack…. 720 ft lbs of torque with 3.1-3.4 sec 0-60. Traded a 2015 GS 450h F sport that got a horrible 16 mpg in city, and barely 31 mpg on hwy……that was my last time dealing with anything hybrid from Lexus, at 125+ mpges routinely, it would take a lot more range to get me interested. They’d have to do like the Silverado and roll out 400 miles for me to think about trading “down” from TSLA to this. I want it, just shiny but inferior in so many ways. The slow charging is also a deal breaker. I’m in and out in a supercharger in 15-30 minutes

[@pipin447]

I love your reviews! Im waiting for a Toyota Grandhiglander

[@keithrodes1591]

This is Lexus saying "Hybrids make more sense and I told you so!"

[@hi-line8195]

Lexus just mailing it in

[@ElegantLife_]

Not feeling this truck at all. There are much better options.

[@bahrahme]

Disappointing... Expected it to be under $50,000 and at least minimum 250 Miles+ range.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s Lexus. They always let us down and phone it in. Lexus is what infiniti is today

[@Studio89Graphic]

We can get a Loan Hybrids that would drive as far as Alaska Highway; And Quality and Style of Lexus not Teslas! 😂 😂 And this Lexus will last us 20 years...

[@omendarklight1526]

They bring it up on other reviews but this like all Lexus vehicles is designed to last as long as possible. Many things pointed out like the manual charger door will last significantly longer than a power one. Cheaper to fix as well. The battery 🔋 may be small in range but I bet my money it will outlast any Telsa on the road today. Which is my top priority

[@robsnow2099]

A rare swing and a miss by Lexus, it’s ok they’ll be back soon lol

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

People really don’t like this car and I must say that I was waiting on it and now that it’s here and even the money and discounts are better for me…..I’m looking to hold what I got and get a Z4. I would rather drive a Subaru forester that’s this Lexus I WAITED ON! I tossed in some of the bigger 24 releases but that’s what I wanted.

[@naveenthemachine]

They won’t. All their newest releases were huge misses for Lexus None of them are even remotely close to competitive

[@robsnow2099]

@@naveenthemachine you don't think they had a single recent hit? Not even the TX? I drive a m340i so I don't have a dog in this fight.

[@robsnow2099]

@@alejandronopasanada5302 give it a few more months or even next year. I honestly wish there was a more transparent calendar for releases, but there's not telling what's next.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@robsnow2099 your m340i is far superior to any IS. Heck your m340 is nearly as fast as an LFA Also no the TX is such a letdown and I don’t have to explain why and trust me you don’t 😂 The only real hit from Lexus is the LC500 LS460 LS600hL. That’s it. That can’t be said for the rest of them

[@justinm.8970]

No words, that thing is so bizarre with bizarre naming convention too.

[@pposavids5119]

I'm still waiting for toyota to release the solid state battery.

[@naveenthemachine]

Nah. Hyundai Kia bmw are working on this. So Toyotas already way behind on something that’s not out yet.

[@Studio89Graphic]

@@naveenthemachine Only time will tell But Lexus had proved in the Past = they are the best Vehicles to own and the least TCO! 😂 😂

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Studio89Graphicother brands have gotten more reliable. Lexus reliability is a myth now

[@chibbyylol]

@@naveenthemachine is that why you own a Camry? Because all the other brands are so reliable? Never understood wishing the downfall of a company so much despite owning their products

[@Studio89Graphic]

@@naveenthemachine Only Time will Tell but Lexus (Japanese) have established a Brand of Loyal customers... We/I would take any a Lexus and know they will last me 20-30 years like my Made in Japan Camry Model 1993. Still runs fine! 😍 😍

[@Mark-in-Texas]

Except for the disappointing battery range and that charge port door, it looks like a great car. I'll probably wait several more years before buying another new car, and hope Lexus improves their EV tech by then. It sure would be nice if Tesla partnered with Lexus to create the perfect EV.

[@milopichu]

They’re partnering with BYD, China’s bestselling EV brand.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@milopichuthere goes the quality 😂

[@milopichu]

@@naveenthemachine pretty sure Toyota will kaizenize the manufacturing process anyway. Only the manufacturing costs will be Chinese.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@milopichu kaizen is a thing of the past. Because their quality is really poor like GM. They’re no longer the QDR brand we know of

[@milopichu]

@@naveenthemachine kaizen is why BMW’s build quality went up. They had to Kaizenize BMW’s Graz plant in Austria to allow Supras to be built there. That alone costed BMW a fortune but the benefits are endless.

[@nathanjeffery5470]

Visibility out the front looks really bad because of the raked windshield. I know its all for the sake of efficiency but it was the one thing that I disliked about my Prius V

[@chrismcintosh8790]

Not having a rear wiper has got to be the most stupidest thing any car manufacturer can do...like why!?

[@richardbraunauer8862]

up to 220 miles. What??

[@jenesuispasbavard]

Yet another electric SUV, yay!

[@harisdevedzic3167]

I think you are missing some points, for ex. charge hatch is not electric, well that's good, those things brake, where ever you have unneccesary e-motors, parts etc more chance of things braking, that's why Toyota and Lexus are what they are. In interior we have buttons, which people actualy want. The build quality is superb. But I do agree the range is poor to say at least, if it was closer to 300 it would be great. Looks like it's been a bit rushed into production, maybe they will improve it soon enough. Anyway I don't like EVs in general, would go for Toyota or Lexus hybrid like most people.

[@stanleyxhart]

Lexus and Toyota EVs are DOA.

[@jrp8430]

Rob is looking for you Sofyan 😂

[@dtna]

In the event of a front end collision, that massive front bumper appears to very expensive to replace and paint.

[@tpolerex7282]

That’s gonna be true of 95% of vehicles these days, just about every vehicle except a Jeep.

[@nickchang2116]

Just wonder if the Lexus's battery needs to be preserved from 20-80% for longevity purpose like other EVs. If that's the case, the usable range will be even less somewhere close to 100 miles?😱

[@mikethepups7742]

Nope … from my understanding, Lexus says charging to 100% is fine. And in doing so predicts only 10% battery degradation after 10-years. Unlike others (such as Tesla) who “strongly” recommend charging to not more than 80% in order to better preserve the battery. So a 300 mile EV at 80% gives 240 miles of range versus 220 miles of a Lexus at 100% charge.

[@nickchang2116]

@@mikethepups7742 The 220 mile range only apply to the 18" wheel. The larger wheel will get 195 miles which is very underwhelming. Not sure if I will keep the EV for over ten years especially the new battery technology is improving rapidly regardless owning a Lexus or a Tesla.

[@uludak8468]

missed checking if toyota included an algorythm that manages charging points in route planing which is essential in EV infotainment software for long range trips👎 probably not included. japanse EVs are just not there yet. just slamed in the same software used in their hybrids without taking care of that extra thought. on the other hand who wants to go further out with that?

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

It should almost be criminal to not have an indicator casualty on the map just like speed limits.

[@lazifocker]

still no navigation on the digital cockpit. Audi etron is definitely better

[@ctiger789]

Viewing a non POWER charging door as a bad thing. View it as one less MASSIVELY expensive thing to fix out of warranty. Same as OMG a PROP Rod that doesn't need fixing vs Struts that eventually go bad. Have to love out of touch testers. It would be NICE if the vehicle stayed under warranty for 10 years!!

[@rmyAddison]

Lexus makes great reliable boring vehicles. The design language is "teenager transformer" with unnecessary creases, angles and curves. The front end is ridiculous, the rear taillights are way too wide for the rear deck, no symmetry in the interior. And the performance, which is usually an EV selling point, isn't there, and mileage is unremarkable. Genesis is turning into everything Lexus and Infiniti could have been...............

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus is the new infiniti Soon Lexus and infiniti won’t even exist anymore like kodak

[@rahimi4762]

Take a look at the Acura ZDX

[@naveenthemachine]

@@rahimi4762 yeah. The zdx is far more interesting than this joke of a car

[@rmyAddison]

@@rahimi4762 The ZDX is nicer than the Lexus but EV's are not quite ready for prime time IMHO, new battery technology is around the corner, making today's EV's obsolete. For example I bought a Genesis GV70 3.5 Sport Prestige (winner of many automotive awards), but would not have bought the electrified GV70. EV's are the future but I'll wait until the infrastructure is there to support them properly (vastly more charging stations), and the battery technology has matured and stabilized. Besides, I love the ICE GV70......

[@tyty0071]

Would look better in black.

[@Pajaa37]

you mean TWICE the speed….😂😂😂 the charging time…

[@jaysonnadelson2188]

You must be very wealthy, more things on a car, more things will get broken. But if I buy one, I will send you all the bills.

[@davidraymond8994]

Lexus is not what is used to be maybe they will have an alternative coming soon who knows but Toyota and Lexus are and have been on a decline. I bought a new Toyota Rav4 Hybrid 3 years ago and had a lot of problems and was not very good my wife hated it so much that she made me trade it. KIA Ev6 which I own is far better than this vehicle all around.

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed. Toyotas no longer relevant despite what everyone else says. They can’t see what we can see Sad times. Hyundai Kia genesis are the new Toyota and Lexus

[@rahimi4762]

The Acura ZDX and Cadillac Lyriq is a lot better than this.

[@sophaman9193]

Not everyone ready for EV car including myself is not convenient hybrid cars is way to go thanks

[@RellupNorth]

Hybrids>EVs

[@benjaminnguyen9841]

Bro range show 199 miles, turn on climate drop to 137miles that a no no no

[@Hue.Jasole]

That range is ridiculous. Why would anyone buy this!?

[@naveenthemachine]

Because the buyers who have no idea that other brands exist

[@behnamtavakolzadeh3502]

Can they design their car front look a bit less ugly. that's why I never tried to own/lease one, and went always with German cars. I rented many time, and like their smoothness , although they always lake power comparing to their German competitor models.

[@AutomotiveWoman]

I had the pleasure of reviewing this vehicle. Loved the interior and comfort, Lexus just needs to work on range and charge time.

[@kevanneclarke3363]

This close to the zdx type s price with the tax breaks

[@snacking5908]

Good car. Disappointing range

[@Hue.Jasole]

195 miles!? Wtf, no thanks

[@klein2252]

Finally! I always wanted the benefit of being killed in my sleep by a house fire, but only trust Lexus to get the job done right!

[@RainbowTy]

Hopefully you don't park your ICE vehicle in your garage....over 100 times more likely to catch fire than an EV. LOL!

[@uludak8468]

chances are higher to be killed by faulty airbags in a toyota

[@klein2252]

@@RainbowTy Hmm I wonder if that’s got anything to do with the fact that there’s over a billion gas powered cars in the world versus 20 million electric? You are Fake news.

[@chibbyylol]

@@uludak8468 Not sure if a shot at toyota but it'd be brand that uses Takata which would include hyundai / kia (they had a 4million airbag recall in may) amongst others

[@uludak8468]

@@chibbyylolfaulty airbags in half a million toyota and other jdm. recalled a couple weeks ago

[@HiiImChris]

eeee, 220 miles of range on a Lexus. I will tell you right now, the easiest way to have an un-luxurious driving experience is to have charge anxiety in your wonderful luxury car. Even the chevy bolt at 27k has 270ish miles of range. it's just not good..

[@UhhhhhnooOOo00oO]

150 real world miles (Maybe) of range, especially in 2023, is not enough. Toyoda (Toyota) just mails in electric vehicles. They dont want to manufacture them and know they arent as decent as hybrids today. Its also way too expensive for what you get. Awful by Lexus. They give you a Hybrid for 3 years. Thats acknowledged hiw bad their range and priduct is. I guess you walk or drive their vehicle to the dealership for road trips. This vehicle is a joke. The Nissan Leaf was a bigger joke...even at the time.

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

I live near the new battery plant working my way into my favorite car company as a hobby. Even the insiders know it’s all about the hybrids.

[@UhhhhhnooOOo00oO]

@@alejandronopasanada5302 I've said it for years. Why I have a Rav4 Prime. [I'll clarify that PHEVS are the best option.] I'd like one with a better lithium battery and not a Nickel Hydride one. Problem is:Huge demand and that costs more with hybrid technology and EV costing more, minus tax incentives. (If you can qualify.) Right now and for about the next 10 years, the hybrid is the way to go. Battery technology either charging will improve or othet alternatives and maybe then I'll buy one. I haven't used a drop of petroleum/gasoline in one of my hybrid vehicles yet. (Besides the prepping of the engine to not let the petrol/gas sit.) I'd never get a turbo or a 4cyclinder over a 6. To save 2-5 mpg and get less powet and more strain isn't worth it. Hybrids are the kings for now. Well PHEVS

[@evrythingis1]

Based on the statistics it's enough for over 98% of car owners in America...

[@UhhhhhnooOOo00oO]

@evrythingis1 What is enough? Explain your vague reply. EVs aren't great technology, extremely inconvenient, and usually more expensive and heavier than equivalent hybrids or petroleum based vehicles. When they have full EVs with 5 minute charging with zero side effects, cost and charging drawbacks. The oil industry created a 100 year deficiency in battery technology purposefully and now the consumer and the environment is being screwed. They held back the electric car. It wasn't Steve Guttenberg. ;) Simpsons did it. Maybe Charles Montgomery "Monty" Burns had a part in it as well.

[@evrythingis1]

@@UhhhhhnooOOo00oO You can look up car driving statistics, it is quite literally good enough for the VAST majority of car owners in America (and nearly everywhere else). The issue is having access to a level 2 charger if you're in rental housing. Of course it is going to get even better, but it is completely senseless for every car to have double the battery capacity that people actually use, when we could have DOUBLE the EV's instead. What is the point of having 900 miles of range in every single car when people drive on average only 37 miles per day?

[@TeufelHund]

So basically you're stuck paying for gas on a long trip by getting a loaner. The benefit of an EV is to NEVER pay for expensive fuel again. What a disaster of a vehicle. 1/2 baked is one thing but come on... This is shameful for a 'legacy brand.'

[@omendarklight1526]

😂😂 Naveen Alert!! Hide your Lexus😂😂🏃🏾

[@naveenthemachine]

If that Lexus is the lc500 I’d be all in about how beautiful the interior is

[@benjaminsmith2287]

He's so predictable at this point he's not even worth wasting your time reading. Skip his comments.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@benjaminsmith2287 whatever. At least I know how to judge a car especially when it’s bad. 😂 Even you can’t find anything good to say about the rz no matter what you do

[@beri232]

@@benjaminsmith2287Naveen just wants to be reunited with his Barbie dolls from days long passed.

[@jackryder6732]

You bet you are right. They are very, very late to the party and on top, not good kilometers and charging speed. With that said, will not be putting a deposit. Even though I drive lexus es. I Dissapointed with lexus. I'm looking into bmw or GM.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s Lexus. What did you expect? They’re always too late just like infiniti

[@JaguarRVP]

You lost me at 190 miles range. All EV owners know that's about 160 in reality, even less when add passengers, heavy acceleration, hvac- this would NEED to be charged daily, sometimes twice a day depending on your driving habits. Insane

[@evrythingis1]

Who in the world is considering any EV of any type if they drive 60,000-120,000 miles a year!? The range is meaningless unless you live in an apartment without the ability to charge at home.

[@quickpstuts412]

@@evrythingis1 I wouldn't say range is totally meaningless. Some people like myself prefer to have extra range buffer for their comfort level. I work from home but still bought a 315 range car because I wanted a larger "comfort buffer" on days where I may need to drive a longer distance. Not to mention I keep cars longer than the average person, so I wanted a decent battery range for the degradation factor over time. For someone who lives in an extremely cold climate that drives 75 miles per day, would seriously need to consider whether this RZ range is enough, especially if they want a buffer in extreme temps.

[@evrythingis1]

@@quickpstuts412 Oh yeah, how often have you used that extra range? Not even one single time? You say that the extra range isn't useless, and then fail to provide a single reason for that statement. If you're buying car specs based on random senseless fear then deserve whatever crap you ended up buying.

[@quickpstuts412]

​@@evrythingis1 I wasn't trying to be combative so not sure why such a response about "deserving crap." Just explaining my reason. I respect what you're saying but I personally wanted the comfort buffer since I live in extremely hot temps and it's my first EV. I have been able to take road trips to the next state in the heat without needing to charge. Everyone's comfort level is different as a new buyer. I certainly could have done fine with 250 and I see that now, but some want buffers because this was new to me. It's all good either way. To each their own. I love Lexus BTW as a former owner. I just chose something different this time. No regrets. Take care and smile dude. LOL

[@evrythingis1]

@@quickpstuts412 The "comfort buffer" is is your head.

[@Quandtimus]

Nothing “great” about this vehicle at all

[@naveenthemachine]

That describes just about every Lexus

[@garyturner2272]

Limited range = buyer avoidance

[@1992vinod]

U guys get so.much tech for the price.....this car goes usd 120k after conversion.....so stop complaining and appreciate for wat u get😊😊

[@dougholmes6631]

The range and horsepower numbers are so weak Lexus should not of bothered.

[@okhera1]

Meh

[@MiguelRPD]

Yeah no. Toyota admits that ev's are on the back burner. So this isn't worth it.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

They're coming up with a whole new architecture in 2026. That's not on the back burner. That's prioritizing and accelerating their development.

[@ojongmcmoli1138]

The range of this Lexus 😢is to small😢😢.

[@Vizslaluvr]

I have been driving this car for 2 months. If you are charging based on recommendation which is 80% you won’t even get 120 mile with climate on. And this is not the car for you if you are a heavy freeway driver. It really is garbage. The luxury is not worth it based off how bad the range is. If I could get my money back I would.

[@avdp9095]

Don't need more range at all. Given small battery pack efficiënt ev.... . Real world range as tested in the Netherlands, 350km. Do you drive 350km a day?????

[@Stinkysniff1]

I don’t like the panoramic roof with no shade. Deal breaker for me. It’s a shame would have gotten this

[@stephenwinter8892]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video I'm waiting for my 2025 fisker Alaska as I need some more utilitarian

[@Michael21812]

It’s meh , would never buy one but it’s a decent loaner. Rather take a RX, or LS, or even an ES.

[@jcyoseo8934]

Toyota and Lexus brand doesn't do alot of things that other brands do. They are behind from other brands in technologies and powertrain except for hybridization. Which people not interest in when cars are going all electric. Disappointing brand for sure.

[@chibbyylol]

They've always been conservative; let all the others test the technologies and all in the mainstream first, see the issues, implement and refine it. They've always done that

[@jcyoseo8934]

@@chibbyylol let see 👀

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus Toyota are becoming the next infiniti. Infiniti is already in a bad position and Lexus Toyota are joining infiniti I wouldn’t be surprised if Toyota or Lexus are gone like Kodak since other brands are better and the whole Toyota reliability thing is just a myth. Every car is reliable these days

[@EM.1.]

Nice looking car but too expensive and lack of range.

[@SothyRSem]

Toyota is known to be reliable, but also known to be "late" in their product. Battery efficiency is not great.

[@tomkirchhoff4672]

This proves EV’s are DOA

[@timsouttahere]

This color is horrible! Makes it look old

[@E_Rice]

Excellent review! Wow, Lexus is really behind in the EV world. It’s clear they didn’t prioritize it’s range compared to its competitors. This is for that affluent Lexus fan who has is 100% work from home, relies on Amazon to deliver everything and only occasionally goes to the grocery store bc the range is terrible. HVAC usage is a must in a climate change world, thus the range is truly unacceptable except for the fictional person I described above. Interior is absolutely beautiful, though.

[@naveenthemachine]

I wouldn’t call the interior beautiful though. It’s still far behind the gv60 gv70 or the ioniq5 ev6

[@E_Rice]

I haven't seen those but don't doubt it. I just really like the colors. Looks very nice to me.@@naveenthemachine

[@quickpstuts412]

I am close to that fictional person you described (minus the affluent part) and I still bought a 300+ range car. LOL. I live in Texas and there's no way I'd be comfy with this amount of range on those very hot days where I'm blasting my AC.

[@metathinkking]

What a joke 😂