If there is a brand that people only wish they could drive, it is Lexus. Lexus is known for its comfort, practicality, and luxury. It has been one of the leading brands when it comes to affordable luxury in all sizes, with most of its cars being SUVs. Now, they have upgraded their lineup, making their cars more modern. And one that has gone through this phase is the Lexus RZ. The 2024 Lexus RZ450e will be a car unlike any other, coming with a hybrid powertrain, an updated design, and nothing but comfort inside. This is like a whole new car, from what we know. But what exactly does it have to offer? Let’s find out, shall we?
Hello everyone, and welcome back to our channel. Today, we will look at the 2024 Lexus RZ450e as we learn what it has to offer. But before we continue, make sure you leave a like and subscribe to our channel for more amazing updates on your favorite cars. And with that, let’s learn more about the 2024 Lexus RZ450e.
The moment you see the RZ, there is no way of mistaking it for any other car other than a Lexus. It is exotic, edgy, and stylish, but with a slight twist. If there is one thing that the automaker has done with the new RZ, it is to do away with the wild, oversized spindle grille that was coming with the gasoline models. Now, it has been replaced with a sketched-in grille.
When you get to the inside of this rather large car, you get to see that the RZ makes some extensive use of “Ultrasuede” on high-contact surfaces such as door panels and seats. This is to prevent a lot of wear and tear, making it look rather new even after being used for years. Even though it doesn’t have the same sexy sound as “Alcantara,” this synthetic is the exact same product. The only difference is that it has been made at the original Japanese factory and not in Italy. However, one thing about this interior is that you will not find any real wood or metal here. This is because most of the finishes are recycled or sustainable plastics. There is a naked gray synthetic wood grain and brushed metal accents to dress up the interior, as well as extensive use of glass panels and screens. The A/C knobs have a screen mounted inside a knob, which is mounted on another screen. This is quite a modification to add luxury to it.
On the other hand, the entire cabin is perpetually bathed in light, all thanks to a gigantic electrochromic dual-panel sunroof. There is no physical sunshade here. The roof goes from frosted to clear at the push of a button. And even better, it doesn’t need any sort of electricity to keep it in either state. That is truly the next level. However, as much as this is amazing technology, it still lets in a bit of light and heat even when it is fully frosted. And as much as the AC easily beats the heat, it affects battery life.
Just as the technology is amazing, the powertrain is also equally amazing. The 2024 Lexus RZ450e comes with a dual-motor setup that is good enough to produce up to 309 horsepower. This is enough power to take it from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 5.4 seconds. This makes it 2 seconds faster than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and more than 1.5 seconds faster than the Kia EV6. However, as we all know in the automotive world, anything faster means it costs a whole lot more. And for this one, not even the BMW iX3, which produces 280 horsepower, comes close to it.
With that said, you don’t get the same immediate kick as you would from other EVs. Lexus made sure to make the RZ act just as a gasoline-powered crossover. Even when you floor the pedal, there is a brief pause and ramp-up before it delivers full power. It kind of feels like a big block engine or a turbocharger kicking in when you accelerate.
When it comes to the rest of the driving experience, it is pretty familiar. The 2024 RZ450e drives just like a luxury sedan.
There are a lot of features to love about the 2024 Lexus RZ450e, such as keyless entry and odd push-button door handles, both inside and out. Nonetheless, you get a car that is very interesting and very economical, given that it is electric. And because it is from Lexus, you definitely know that luxury is at the top.
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20 авг 2024
