The Singapore launch of the Lexus RZ 450e took place on the 27th of April 2023, at the Alice@Mediapolis business park. Lexus had previously previewed the model at the 2023 Singapore Motorshow in January. 3 months later, the long-awaited electric SUV has finally reached local shores, brought in by Borneo Motors, the authorised car distributor and retailer of Toyota, Lexus and Hino in Singapore.
The RZ breaks new ground as the first BEV from Lexus built from a clean-sheet design. It uses a specific (e-TNGA) platform that allows the batteries and motor to be placed low to the ground for optimal weight distribution and a low centre of gravity.
The new all-wheel-drive DIRECT4 control system incorporates electrification technology to take the Lexus Driving Signature to higher levels. Using acceleration, cornering-speed and steering-angle information, it automatically adjusts front-rear torque delivery and braking force to all four wheels to maximise grip, stability and comfort. The RZ accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds.
Customers can expect a single-charge driving range of approximately 450km thanks to the use of high-capacity lithium-ion batteries, Lexus-first silicon carbide elements in the inverters and the incorporation of low-loss technologies.
The spacious interior is based on the human-centred tazuna concept of building the cabin around the driver, with intuitive placement of controls for ease of operation as well as welcoming all occupants with thoughtful appointments.
We are thrilled to kick off a new chapter and reimagine electrified driving by introducing Lexus’ first pure Battery Electric Vehicle to Singapore. Expect a dynamic and even more intuitive driving experience with the RZ 450e which will quench drivers’ desire for driving satisfaction and luxurious comfort. Lexus will broaden its ‘Lexus Electrified’ portfolio to 1 exceed the needs and expectations of a more diverse set of luxury consumers
ULTIMATE COMFORT
•Electrically Adjustable Steering Wheel with Touch Sensor
•Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters
•Smart Keyless Entry & Push Start Button
•Original Factory Fitted Upholstery Ultrasuede
•Illuminated Entry System
•Multi-Colour Ambient Illumination (64 colors)
•Seat Lumbar Support
•Memory Seat
•Air Ventilated Front Seats
•Driver & Passenger Adjustable Seats
•nanoeX™ Ion Generator
•3-zone Climate Control
•Panoramic Roof with dimming function
•Acoustic Glass Front / Rear
•Tsuyasumi Film Instrumental Panel Finish
•Stainless Steel Door Scuff Plate
INTUITIVE TECHNOLOGY
•LED Headlamps
•LED Daytime Running Lights
•LED Cornering Lamps
•LED Rear Combination Lamps with Light Bar
•LED High Mount Stop Lamp
•Auto-folding EC Anti-glare Aspherical Outer Mirror (with Mirror, Heater, Blind-Spot Monitoring & Reverse-linked Tilt Function)
•Side indicator on Door Mirror
•Illuminated Entry System
•Rain Sensing Wiper
•Drive Modes Select (Eco / Normal / Sport / Custom)
•Colour Head-Up Display (HUD)
•Lexus Teammate (Advanced Park)
•14” Touch Display with Apple CarPlay (wireless) and Android Auto Connectivity
•Shift Lever And Knob Rotary Shifter
•12V DC Accessory Socket Front / Rear / Boot
•Wireless Charging
•40 / 60 Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
•Hands Free Power Back Door with Kick Sensor
•Front Bumper Grille Shutters
•Frequency Reactive Damper (FRD II) Suspension
•E-Latch Inside & Outside Door Handle
•Charging System DC: CCS2 / AC: Type 2
•Brake Hold
•Performance Rod Front / Rear
•Regenerative Braking Force Indicator
AUDIO & ENTERTAINMENT
•Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound with 13 Speakers
•USB Port Front / Rear
•Antenna Shark Fin
•Active Sound Control (ASC)
360˚ PROTECTION
•Lexus Safety Sense+ 3 (LSS+ 3.0) (DRCC, PCS, LDA, LCA, CTA)
•Panoramic View Monitor with Distance Guidelines (PVM)
•Parking Support Brake with clearance sonar Front / RearSRS Airbags
•Seatbelt w/ Pretensioner & Force Limiter Front / Rear
ISOFIX Anchors
•Control Systems (VSC, TRC, DAC, ABS, BA, ACA, SCB, Hill-Start Assist)
•Tire Pressure Warning System with Auto Location
•Surplus Energy Indicator
•Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
RIMS & TYRES
•235/50R20 Dark Premium Metallic, Luxury
| Power and performance | |
| Power (hp) | 308 |
| Battery (kWh) | 71.4 |
| Top speed (km/h / mph) | c. 159 / 100 |
| 0-100km/h (secs) | 7.9 |
| Max range WLTP (km / miles) | c. 450 / 280 |
| Dimensions (mm) | |
| Length | 4,805 |
| Width | 1,895 |
| Height | 1,635 |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 |
