Beschrijving
Sometimes, paying more gets you a whole lot less where it counts. 🛑⚡
Managing Editor Jonathan Yarkony wraps up a long-term test of the all-electric Lexus RZ with a reality check for premium EV buyers. While their team spent months behind the wheel of the top-tier RZ 550e, Jonathan argues that the mid-spec RZ 450e is actually the "Goldilocks" sweet spot of the entire lineup.
The Gimmick Trap:
The sporty RZ 550e boasts 400+ horsepower and "M Mode" simulated gear shifts. But as Jonathan points out, you'll try those simulated paddle shifts exactly once before never bothering again. What you will notice is the massive drop in real-world driving range—especially when Canadian winters shrink that battery life even further.
The Better Choice:
The RZ 450e AWD delivers the ultimate compromise:
⚙️ The Power: A very respectable 308 horsepower that still rockets off the line.
🔋 The Range: Over 400 kilometres of estimate range (when optioned with 18-inch wheels).
❄️ The Grip: Standard DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive traction for winter confidence.
How to Spec It:
Jonathan suggests skipping the top trims and opting for the Luxury package. It adds beautiful 20-inch wheels, a panoramic moonroof, and a panoramic view monitor, while saving you thousands by leaving out the over-complicated, highly frustrating advanced touch steering wheel controls.
Would you sacrifice range for sporty gimmicks on an EV, or is the practical mid-tier option always the smarter buy? 👇