Lexus has released images of its all-new RZ battery electric vehicle (BEV) which will be unveiled in the first half of 2022 under the RZ 450e designation.
In addition, Lexus has also unveiled an electric sedan concept which has a very similar design to the current IS model line, as well as another electric SUV concept and a concept electric sports car.
Parent company Toyota says it is on track to launch 30 new BEVs across the passenger, SUV and commercial segments by 2030 including the four future Lexus models.
Lexus International president and chief branding officer Koji Sato says the Battery EV will become the future symbol of Lexus as a model that most clearly expresses the evolution of the automobile brought about by electrification. .
“The process of strengthening the fundamentals and pursuing the Lexus Driving Signature will not change even if it is a Battery EV,” he says.
“With bold proportions and low ride height essential to a sports car, it (RZ) will showcase the unique driving performance of a Lexus and become a model that symbolizes the future of the brand.
“The acceleration time will be in the low 2 second range, cruising range over 700km, and with the possible use of solid-state batteries in mind, we will aim to create a truly high performance Battery EV.
“Through Battery EV’s, we will develop Lexus into a brand that offers a variety of experiences harnessing performance development that only a car maker such as Lexus could do, and by honing the craft of making ever more personal products,” Sato says.
Lexus aims to realize a full line-up of battery EVs in all vehicle segments by 2030 and to have battery EVs account for 100% of its vehicle sales in Europe, North America, and China, totalling 1 million units globally. And it aims for battery EVs to make up 100% of its global vehicles sales in 2035.
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