{"id":249074,"date":"2023-12-19T23:49:20","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T23:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=249074"},"modified":"2023-12-19T23:49:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T23:49:20","slug":"2024-lexus-rz-lineup-expanded-with-entry-level-rz-300e-version","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/2024-lexus-rz-lineup-expanded-with-entry-level-rz-300e-version\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 Lexus RZ Lineup Expanded With Entry-Level RZ 300e Version"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lexus has just announced the 2024 Lexus RZ model year, which will be available in two main versions\u2014the already-known RZ 450e and an all-new RZ 300e.<\/p>\n<p>The Lexus RZ 300e is an entry-level version, with only one electric motor (front-wheel drive), and a slightly different battery\u201472.8 kilowatt-hours from Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL). It&#8217;s essentially equivalent to the entry-level Toyota bZ4X (FWD).<\/p>\n<p>The existing Lexus RZ 450e with a 71.4-kWh battery from\u00a0Prime Planet Energy &amp; Solutions (PPES) and an all-wheel drive powertrain, remains on the market, but it will become slightly more expensive. The 2024 Lexus RZ 450e Premium has an MSRP of $58,700 ($200 higher than before), plus a $1,150 destination charge. The Luxury trim costs $430 more than before and starts at $64,430.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, the all-new 2024 Lexus RZ 300e Premium (FWD) starts at an MSRP of $54,000 (plus $1,150 DST), so it&#8217;s $4,700 less expensive than the 450e Premium (AWD). A similar difference concerns the Luxury trim.<\/p>\n<h3><span><svg class=\"arrow-heading\"><use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/insideevs.com\/design\/dist\/critical\/icons\/sprite-common-0-dc6b7de11d922cb73553899f27128303.svg#sqr-arrow\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Prices<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Base Price<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Dest. Charge<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Tax Credit<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Effective Price<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Premium FWD 18-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$54,000<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$55,150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Premium FWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$55,240<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$56,390<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Luxury FWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$59,730<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$60,880<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Premium AWD 18-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$58,700<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$59,850<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Premium AWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$59,940<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$61,090<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$64,430<\/td>\n<td>+$1,150<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>$65,580<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><em>* imported models do not qualify for the $7,500 federal tax credit, but the incentive might be available through leasing.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span><svg class=\"arrow-heading\"><use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/insideevs.com\/design\/dist\/critical\/icons\/sprite-common-0-dc6b7de11d922cb73553899f27128303.svg#sqr-arrow\"\/><\/svg><\/span>EPA Range<\/h2>\n<p>A lower price point of the 2024 Lexus RZ 300e is not the only advantage over the 450e version. The 300e also has more range.<\/p>\n<p>According to Lexus, the EPA-estimated range of the RZ 300e with base 18-inch wheels is 266 miles, which is a noticeable difference of 46 miles or 20.9% more than in the case of the RZ 450e&#8217;s 220 miles (see its 2023MY rating here).<\/p>\n<p>The difference is less when the optional 20-inch wheels are considered, as the RZ 300e gets 224 miles, compared to 196 miles in the case of the RZ 450e. That&#8217;s 28 miles or 14.3% more.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s interesting because the differences between the Toyota bZ4X FWD and AWD are not as much, despite the same battery\/powertrain setup.<\/p>\n<h3><span><svg class=\"arrow-heading\"><use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/insideevs.com\/design\/dist\/critical\/icons\/sprite-common-0-dc6b7de11d922cb73553899f27128303.svg#sqr-arrow\"\/><\/svg><\/span>Basic specs<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Drive<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Battery<br \/>(kWh)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>EPA<br \/>Range<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>0-60<br \/>mph<br \/>(sec)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Premium FWD 18-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>FWD<\/td>\n<td>72.8<\/td>\n<td>266 mi*<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Premium FWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>FWD<\/td>\n<td>72.8<\/td>\n<td>224 mi*<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 300e Luxury FWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>FWD<\/td>\n<td>72.8<\/td>\n<td>224 mi*<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Premium AWD 18-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>AWD<\/td>\n<td>71.4<\/td>\n<td>220 mi*<\/td>\n<td>5.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Premium AWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>AWD<\/td>\n<td>71.4<\/td>\n<td>196 mi*<\/td>\n<td>5.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>2024 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD 20-inch<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>AWD<\/td>\n<td>71.4<\/td>\n<td>196 mi*<\/td>\n<td>5.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><em>* EPA-estimated range according to Lexus<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The substantial difference in range, compared to the very small difference in battery capacity, is a result of the much higher energy consumption of the AWD version. The Lexus RZ 300e is rated at 125 MPGe or about 270 Wh\/mile (including charging losses), while the Lexus RZ 450e is rated at 107 MPGe or 315 Wh\/mile (16.7% more).<\/p>\n<p>Other than that, there are no big changes. The Lexus RZ 450e still has the same 150-kW front and 80-kW rear motor for a total system output of about 229 kilowatts. The new front-wheel drive version has a 150-kW front motor (just like the Toyota bZ4X FWD).<\/p>\n<p>In terms of charging, according to Lexus, normal AC charging from 0 to 100% state-of-charge should take 9.5 hours, while 0-80% fast charging is expected to be completed in 30-35 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><\/p>\n<p>For the 2024 model year, Lexus added as standard equipment a dual-voltage charging cable for 120V and 240V outlets and introduced a new exterior color option\u2014Copper Crest in mono- and bi-tone versions.<\/p>\n<p>Production of the new Lexus RZ is already underway at the Motomachi Plant in Toyota City, Japan, and the 2024MY car goes on sale in December.<\/p>\n<h3> Gallery: 2024 Lexus RZ <\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.motor1.com\/images\/static\/16x9-tr.png\"><br \/>\nSource: <a href=\"https:\/\/insideevs.com\/news\/701555\/2024-lexus-rz-300e-450e-pricing-range\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lexus has just announced the 2024 Lexus RZ model year, which will be available in two main versions\u2014the already-known RZ<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":249073,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.8 - 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