Lexus TZ World Premiere: All-New Battery Electric SUV Unveiled at Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama
Lexus today unveiled the TZ, a three-row battery electric SUV designed to offer luxury, space, and performance without compromise.
- 3,500 pounds
- 5.2 seconds
- 7,000 smartphone batteries
What Happened
The Lexus TZ is an all-new battery electric SUV with three rows of seating, built on a dedicated BEV architecture that enables a long wheelbase and aerodynamic efficiency. It features a refined interior with lounge-like space, physical controls, a sensory experience including fragrance and lighting, and one of the quietest SUV cabins. The TZ also supports vehicle-to-home power and towing.
3,500 poundspounds
Enables hauling materials for DIY projects
5.2 secondsseconds
Performance for a family SUV
7,000 smartphone batteries
Supports vehicle-to-home and off-grid use
- Full access to NACS Supercharging Network
- AI-driven energy management for V2H
- Interactive manual drive with LFA V10 sound simulation
- Rear comfort mode for stable ride
Why this matters
The TZ represents Lexus's expansion into the battery electric SUV segment, offering a spacious three-row option with advanced technology and no compromise on luxury, highlighting the brand's commitment to electrification.
Terms in This Story
- BEV
- Battery Electric Vehicle, a vehicle powered solely by electricity stored in a battery
- NACS
- North American Charging Standard, a standard for electric vehicle charging connectors
- V2H
- Vehicle-to-Home, a system that allows an EV to power a home using its battery
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