The 2027 Lexus RZ starts at under $50,000 and offers over 300 miles of range — SkimNews
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- Lexus releases the 2027 RZ early next year with a starting price of $47,495, undercutting the Tesla Model Y by $7,500 despite lower range.
- Lexus RZ 350e uses a 79.6 kWh battery and 221-horsepower front motor to deliver up to 301 miles of range, the highest in the lineup.
- Lexus RZ 450e AWD adds a rear motor and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive for 308 horsepower and 260 miles of range, with a $3,500 upgrade from the base model.
- Lexus RZ 550e F Sport AWD produces 402 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, the quickest in the series, starting at $58,770.
- All 2027 RZ models include a built-in NACS port for Tesla Supercharger access and achieve 10%–80% charging in about 30 minutes.
- Lexus reports RZ sales exceeded 10,000 units through September, a 91% increase from 5,340 units during the same period last year.
Why it matters: Lexus nearly doubled its RZ sales year-over-year while cutting the 2027 model’s entry price below $50,000, making it a more direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y despite Tesla’s longer range and lower base price—shifting the luxury EV value proposition.
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