I Drive The Electric Lexus RZ 450e For The First Time! Is This A Joke?

Kyle and Alyssa test out the new Lexus RZ 450e and compare it to their experiences with the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra. There are some big updates here for the Lexus but is it enough to justify the high price tag? You tell us...

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0:00 - Hello & Welcome
2:09 - Exterior Tour / Specs / Pricing
21:22 - Interior Review
27:45 - Software / Screens
36:03 - City Driving
43:44 - Highway Driving
49:45 - Performance Driving
54:41 - Charging Test
56:40 - Final Thoughts

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[PhilipKnopp]

I am 81 years old and rarely drive more than three times a week, and even then...less than 25 miles. I have owned Lexus hybrids since 2013--sedan, RX, and HX. I bought the RZ 450e, because it drives like a limo/sports car in the driving arena I inhabit. I know that it would not have been suitable back in the day when commuting or driving long distances was the norm. But...I LOVE this vehicle, warts and limits notwithstanding! The comfort and luxury of the driving experience suits me--for you guys who like sports and distance, enjoy your choice...but I would not consider your choice...ever!

[PhilKulak]

Remember when Lexus made those ads mocking EV drivers for waiting forever at fast chargers while the folks who drove hybrids were living fancy free? Seems like Lexus got annoyed that no other auto makers were making EVs that crappy, and had to take things into their own hands.

[Ficon]

Engineers who don’t care designed a car for drivers who don’t care. They deserve each other.

[drpamchambers]

Kyle, this was on my short list because I am one of the millions of people who don’t need lots of range. IMHO I think the service and depreciation element of Lexus is a huge draw over Tesla. So, there really is more to buying EVs than range. Just like, why would anyone buy a Hummer, or Cayenne? The fuel economy sucks. But distance potential isn’t the be-all and end-all for everyone.

[victorspann]

We got one, 48Kist for 64K MSRP, 16Kist discount - already started on these vehicles. Great around town. Review on point, we're old Lexus folks, so it works for us.

[LearningFast]

Great job filming Alyssa. That job goes overlooked a lot of times. It isn’t easy to do well.

[RangerMan]

"It's at least livable" is not a description that should be applied to an almost $70k vehicle. If you're talking about a $28, 000 Bolt, that's a different story.

[ABlueDahlia]

Once you said it was over 60k and less than 300 miles I'm like... yikes, hard pass.

[samuell.siskind]

This car is 68k—as of yesterday, the Model Y Long Range (330 miles of range instead of 196) is 48k… not to mention the new LFP model. Over 20k less for a Model Y—this car is a joke! Great review as always!

[BroncoPH]

Okay it’s settled. We need a Race To Vegas using the worst EVs possible. That would be great fun.

[stevenichols]

I like the use of Alyssa’s hair as a G meter for both cornering and braking

[BrickyardPowerMan]

You got a thumbs up as soon as you showed the missing route planning capability. You guys do an awesome job with your reviews. Been following for about a year. Thank you!

[andrewt]

This car would be fine for a daily commuter or short road trip with 1 or 2 charges along the way (provided they update their route planner). 32 amps is fine for AC overnight charging. Even in winter, I don't charge at more than 24 amps for my normal 120 mile commutes.
But this car's MSRP should be 25k lower. As Kyle pointed out, the current pricing is a non-starter. IMO, it doesn't have that traditional Lexus premium feel that warrants a higher sticker over the toyota variant.

[EVbeginner]

My favorite part of the video: when Kyle talks about option of turning off battery cooling and turns and looks at the camera. 😂

[paulgilliland]

I have a 2003 SC430 since new with 75000 miles and as far as the wonky TPMS glitches maintenance and tires it has not any mechanical issues. The paint is so good but the leather is buttery and incredibly comfortable.

[barryw]

Lexus engineering C team is very proud of its work.

[ackthbbft]

I really don't understand how a company that lead the way in electrification is having such trouble with full-EVs. I'll take their hybrids and plug-in hybrids all day long, but no way would I touch this first generation of Toyota/Lexus EVs.

[brhntrmd]

So when I checked out the bz4x I wasn’t impressed, it seemed so cheaply made not a usual Toyota. I just don’t get it. I’m on my second Prius in 10 yrs. Great cars.

[jubayarahmed]

Surprisingly, i see them often on the road here in Boston. People probably dont really care about the huge range. For city driving, it's more than adequate, and also, i believe no one is paying msrp for these.

[larzlarz]

Don’t condescend to Alyssa. Either leave her out of your questioning, or be nice to her. She is not an EV nerd like your are. She is your free film crew. Be respectful to her.