Is the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e a BETTER luxury SUV to buy than a NX 450h?

FIRST DRIVE: The RZ 450e is all new and Lexus wants to bring some new technology. On the outside of the Luxury trim you will find optional 20in wheels, two-tone paint and panoramic glass roof. On the inside you will be greeted by a steering yoke, 14in infotainment screen and special interior colors. Powering the RZ are (2) electric motors. Is the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e a BETTER luxury SUV to buy than a NX 450h?
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[RaitisRides]

Good morning everyone! Lori & I appreciate you starting your day off with us! Let us know how you feel about this RZ 450e. We drive both the standard traditional wheel setup & the new steer-by-wire setup with the yoke!
Don’t forget @ 9AM ET we have the all new Subaru Crosstrek. I hope everyone has a great day!😊

[sconartist]

I really like how Lexus didn’t go over the top with the design trying to let you know it’s electric like most other EVs

[garry]

Thank you Laurie. I've been part of this community since 2021 and I've got to say she doesn't get enough credit for the work she puts in holding the camera and giving us great shots in the videos. Thank you!

[omendarklight]

I really like this vehicle, plus the reliability is a major thing for me. On the list of dream cars. Great review again Raitis Rides!! 👏

[mpshnt]

I just leased the RZ300e Premium last week - the lease deals are AMAZING. I got the $15, 000 Lease Cash from Lexus and another $4000 off from the dealership. Payment on a 36 month lease 7500 miles is $385 plus tax and a $22, 000 buyout after 36 months. Love the car. Absolutely amazing. I have had 7 Lexus hybrids over the last 15 years. If you love Lexus you will LOVE LOVE LOVE this electric car.

[Jen-ebdy]

Another great video thanks to Lori's camera work. She knows exactly when to zoom in/out. Smooth!

[thegoodman]

loving it with it has slightly more range other than that amazing. Great impression Joe!!

[LESTERL]

JOLTING JOE .and ELECTRIC LORI!( YYOUR MAjesty, YOUR LORINESS thanks are all the contributions you make To these wonderful productions!)Thanks for sharing this TREMENDOUS ELECTRAFYING VEHICLE with us!. All Ii can say is , NICE!! WOW! LEXUS, I LOVE everything about htis vehicle! COOL mysterious sound also. I will enjoys sharing this as usual.See you guys on another ride!!

[Mark-dehj]

Great review! You are just way too funny man. You got me cracking up this morning when you said' "Where you gonna put your gloves?" lol
I consider myself more of a hybrid guy but this is great, I love it. Lexus is the only car company on the planet that I would even consider buying an EV from but am waiting to see the upcoming RX plug-in hybrid.

[davidwolf]

I'm really liking the look of this new RZ450e! Being a long-time Lexus owner, I already enjoy a bias toward the brand, overall. Encinitas is a beautiful San Diego suburban city. This is a fun review, Joe & Lori. Thanks!

[DayTheKing]

I’m digging this one man. The door panels are immaculate with that suede touch and hidden door handle. 67k isn’t too bad when you compare it to its competition.

[darrellmoore]

I test drove rz yesterday it was the premium excellent car and go price point. What blew my mind was how it can self park going in or backing in parking spaces but it was self and you can pick a parking spot it has to be horizontal or vertical but not slanted

[dominickirkwood]

I love it Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the great work real talk true and I love the video lot everyday real true 👍 💯💯💯💯

[pedroborrero]

It creates a nice contrast between colors and the lines

[stephenwinter]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video

[robertoN]

Awesome .. living in Japan watching the test driving and feel how amazing experience, not on sale here .. yet; but I believe future generations models might even improve it, just the 1st generation of Lexus EVs, not bad, Not Bad at all ... 😭😍

[cameronburrell]

That car is stunning and it looks like the future

[ZEMC]

Great review as usual, I have a 2022 NX350h love it- looking for a full EV and I know this is and will be EXCELLENT- but many 50 more miles of range (with the 20" wheels) would make it a no brainer.- I will still probably be a customer but 250 would be perfect. Everything else is Lexus quality no brainer and I think it looks WAYYY cool and will look better in person.

[fsk]

Hopefully the next gen of this comes with more range and more features

[tomdrummy]

I agree……don’t like the black over the wheel wells. Love interior color !