Lexus has unveiled the new 2027 RZ, combining all-electric performance with premium style and excellent craftsmanship. Available in three distinct powertrains carefully designed to suit every driver, including the entry RZ 350e FWD, RZ 450e AWD, and RZ 550e F SPORT AWD. Customers also get three different grades, including Premium, Luxury, and F SPORT. Delivery is slated for Q1 2027. We will be covering the full specifications, release date, MSRP, and price of the 2027 Lexus RZ in Nigeria.
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The new 2027 Lexus RZ BEV system
For the 2027 model year, the RZ 350e FWD and the RZ 440e AWD are equipped with a 74.69 kWh battery, while the top of the range RZ 550e F SPORT AWD comes with a 76.96 kWh battery pack. All grades also come with an eAxle that supports strong motor output that drives the front wheels on the RZ 350e FWD and all wheels on the RZ 450e AWD and RZ 550e F SPORT AWD models.
Under the SUV is a high-capacity lithium-ion battery equipped with an advanced water cooling system that delivers consistent power and top-notch performance.
Charging
All 2027 Lexus RZ are equipped with a North American Charging System (NACS) charging port (SAE J3400) on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. This system enables access to thousands of high-speed charging stations nationwide.
Level One and Level Two AC charging with an 11-kWh capacity on-board AC charger are also standard. In ideal conditions, in approximately 30 minutes, the car can charge from 10% to 80% using DC fast charging.
Drive range
The 2027 Lexus RZ 350e FWD comes with a manufacturer-estimated range of 301 miles when equipped with 18-inch wheels, and 260 miles for the RZ 450e AWD when equipped with 18-inch wheels. The top-of-the-range RZ 550e F SPORT AWD, when equipped with the standard 20-inch wheels, has a manufacturer-estimated driving range of approximately 229 miles.
DIRECT 4
All Wheel Drive grades, including the 2027 RZ 450e and 550e, employ the DIRECT 4 drive system. It uses the front-to-rear drive force ratio to send 60:40 power and 0:100 during straight-line acceleration. This system also delivers 80:20 and 0: 100 during cornering depending on the driving condition. To maximize efficiency, drivers can select Range Mode to keep it at 50: 50 (front: rear).
Performance
The 2027 Lexus RZ is offered in three distinct powertrains; they include: 350e FWD, 450e AWD, and the top of the range 550e F SPORT AWD.
RZ 350e FWD
The entry RZ 350e FWD is designed to offer balanced all-electric SUV delivery performance and is ideal for everyday activity without breaking the bank. The two front wheels receive 221 total system horsepower, ideal for your day-to-day activities.
RZ 450e AWD
The RZ 450e AWD is designed to offer more power, performance, and an all-wheel-drive system to overcome even the most demanding terrain and, most especially, luxury. It delivers a total of 308 horsepower and is paired with DIRECT 4 as standard.
RZ550e F SPORT AWD
At the top of the lineup is the 2027 Lexus RZ 550e F SPORT AWD, sending 402 total system horsepower to the DIRECT 4 system for delivery to the four wheels. It attains 60 mph from 0 in just 4.1 seconds, making it the fastest Lexus RZ ever built.
Interior design of the 2027 Lexus RZ
On the dash is the standard large 14-inch Lexus Interface multimedia system touchscreen display. This offers easy-to-use controls and clear information for the driver and front-seat occupants. For a vivid display from all angles, the display utilizes a high-adhesion and anti-reflective coating.
All grades come standard with NuLuxe-trimmed seats, while the Luxury and F SPORT grades have Ultrasuede-trimmed seats and laser-etched Ultrasuede door trim inserts for added comfort and convenience. Additionally, all grades also get heated and ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. Eight-way power-adjustable seats with two-way power lumbar for both the driver and front passengers are also standard. More comfort is added to the cabin with the addition of a power tilt and telescopic steering column and the Lexus Memory System.
To bring life to the cabin, all grades come with ambient lighting as standard. Premium grades add door trim shadow illumination, while the Luxury and F SPORT grades feature thematic ambient illumination with animated door trim Shadow illumination. Dynamic Sky panorama glass roof with dimming feature is available as an option.
Interior color options
The 2027 Lexus RZ is available in a variety of interior color options including Dapple Gray, Palomino and Macadamia, and Thunderstorm and Black NuLuxe and Tsuyasumi trim.
Technology and connected services
A variety of technology and connected services are available, including Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, Available Digital Key, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Remote Connect, Safety Connect, and Advanced Park with Remote Park. Others include Digital Latch with Safe Exit Assist and Traffic Jam Assist Capability.
Safety and driver assistance systems
All grades of the 2027 Lexus RZ are equipped with the latest Lexus Safety System 3.0 as standard. The system consists of:
- Automatic High Beams
- Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection
- Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
- Road Sign Assist (RSA)
- Proactive Driving Assist (PDA)
Release date
The new 2027 Lexus RZ will arrive in showrooms in Q1 2027.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2027 Lexus RZ
The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2027 Lexus RZ starts at $47,495 for the entry 350e and goes up to $58,770 for the top-of-the-range RZ 550e F SPORT AWD grade.
| RZ 350e | $47,495 |
| RZ 450e AWD | $50,995 |
| RZ 350e Premium | $49,970 |
| RZ 450e Premium AWD | $53,470 |
| RZ 450e Luxury | $58,495 |
| RZ 550e Luxury AWD | $58,770 |
Price of 2027 Lexus RZ in Nigeria
The price of the 2027 Lexus RZ in Nigeria starts at 90,000,000 Naira for the entry RZ 350e and goes up to 120,000,000 Naira for the top-of-the-range RZ 550e Luxury AWD.
Where to buy a Lexus RZ in Nigeria
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