Lexus Malaysia Taking Bookings For Lexus RZ 450e Luxury
Lexus Malaysia will be introducing an EV to its line-up i.e. the all-new Lexus RZ 450e Luxury. This is the brand’s first globally available, purpose-built battery-electric vehicle (BEV) that promises an impressive driving experience and a distinctive design with Lexus’ renowned craftsmanship.
The Lexus RZ is the first BEV developed from the ground up to be fully electric, aligning with Lexus’ carbon-neutral mission and aim of offering 100% BEVs globally by 2035. The all-new RZ embodies the Lexus Electrified vision, first introduced with the LF-30 concept car at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. This vision targets significant advancements in vehicle performance, handling, control, and driver enjoyment through electrification technologies. 
Design-wise, the RZ leverages the freedom offered by BEVs, creating a vehicle distinct from conventional SUVs. Its design, characterized by the “Seamless E-Motion” concept, evokes the dynamic form of a cheetah, with a low hood line, dynamic form, and muscular wheel arches for optimal airflow management and aerodynamic efficiency. On its face, the signature Spindle Grille has made way for a BEV Spindle Body that retains the recognisable Lexus identity.
Inside, the RZ showcases Lexus’ human-centred design. The cockpit is an evolution of Its Tazuna concept, concentrating driving-related controls around the steering wheel for an improved driver experience. The Head-up Display (HUD), meter cluster, and centre display are arranged in a cockpit layout that allows for a smooth line of sight. Furthermore, the shift-by-wire paddle shifter with a dial type shift knob located on the centre console adds to the seamless operation.
The minimalist design of the cabin enhances space and highlights luxury. The centre console, with its Tsuyasumi ornamentation, offers a subtly shiny charcoal effect achieved through advanced film technology and Takumi craftsmanship. This unique finish adds depth and a modern touch to the cabin.
Key interior features include Lexus Climate Concierge and S-Flow Control with nanoe™ X air purification technology, ensuring efficient cooling and fresh air throughout the cabin. The ambient lighting system offers 64 colours for customisable in-cabin illumination. Sustainable Grayscale Ultrasuede® seats made from synthetic leather, partly derived from biomaterials, deliver high durability and a tactile feel. Both seat and door ornamentation use sustainable suede partly made from biomaterials and recycled PET, as part of the brand’s effort to reduce carbon.
The RZ is equipped with a powerful 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System, providing high-quality sound reproduction across all music genres. This audio system ensures a live ambiance with excellent purity and depth. 
Beneath all this, the RZ features the e-TNGA platform made of lightweight steel (a first for Lexus), which allows for efficient packaging of the electric drive system, reduced weight, optimised mass placement, and improved rigidity. A 71.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack powers the vehicle and offers up to 440 km (WLTP) on a full charge. The dual motor setup produces a total output of 230 kW (308 hp), with 150 kW (201 hp) at the front and 80 kW (107 hp) at the rear. This setup, combined with Lexus’s new DIRECT4 intelligent all-wheel drive control system, delivers its signature driving experience characterised by confidence, control, and comfort.
The RZ battery pack can be charged with either AC or DC power supply. With AC charging, the maximum
power supply is 11 kW using a Type 1 (J1772) cable. DC charging is done with a CCS2 cable and can be
up to 150 kW. 
Safety is paramount in the RZ which comes with the 3rd generation Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) and the advanced Lexus Teammate Advanced Park system. This system uses 4 Parallel View Monitor (PVM) cameras and 12 ultrasonic sensors to manoeuvre the vehicle into a parking bay seamlessly.
The Lexus RZ 450e Luxury is available in 6 exterior colours i.e. the new Aether Metallic inspired by cloudless blue skies; Sonic Copper; Sonic Chrome; Graphite Black Glass Flake; Sonic Quartz and Sonic Iridium.
“The RZ 450e Luxury is first and foremost, a Lexus. As such it retains all the fine qualities of performance, technical mastery and attention to detail associated with the brand since 1989,’ said Datuk Ravindran K., President of Lexus Malaysia. “More than just a vehicle, which uses an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine (ICE), the Lexus RZ uses electrification technology as a means to enhance basic vehicle performance and driving pleasure. Utilising our long-standing tradition of craftsmanship and forward-thinking design, we have reinvented the electric vehicle, not just in terms of eco-friendliness but more so as a vehicle that epitomises the pinnacle of tailored luxury”.
For the RZ, Lexus Malaysia has established a comprehensive aftersales support system with all service centres equipped to maintain and service BEVs. The Lexus RZ 450e Luxury is available in limited numbers, offering an exclusive ownership experience. The vehicle comes with a 5-year unlimited mileage standard factory warranty and an 8-year unlimited mileage warranty for the BEV battery.
The new Lexus RZ 450e Luxury is priced from RM429,888. For more information, visit www.lexus.com.my. 
