2026 Lexus RZ Preview

August 12th, 2025 by

2026 Lexus RZ
 

If you are looking to revolutionize your Sacramento and Modesto drives at the wheel of an all-electric, luxury SUV, look no further than the 2026 Lexus RZ. While this midsize crossover has been part of the automaker’s lineup for the last few years, it has been refreshed for the new model year. What is new about the 2026 Lexus RZ? Explore some of the highlights in the following 2026 Lexus RZ preview, courtesy of Lexus of Roseville.

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What Is New About The 2026 Lexus RZ?

We start our 2026 Lexus RZ preview with a look at the new performance-related enhancements that further elevate the world-class performance of this EV on El Dorado Hills roads and beyond. Here is a sampling of what is new about the 2026 Lexus RZ:

  • A more refined DIRECT4 all-wheel drive system
  • A new 408-hp, RZ 550e F SPORT AWD configuration, which also has M Mode, an electronic system that offers virtual manual gear shifting via paddle shifters
  • An upgraded BEV system with a new eAxle and a new lithium-ion battery
  • Improved driving range of approximately 302 miles (RZ 350e FWD) and 261 miles (RZ 450e AWD) when outfitted with 18-inch tires and charged under ideal conditions; 228 miles (RZ 550e F SPORT AWD) when equipped with 20-inch tires and charged under ideal conditions*

The Lexus RZ also boasts a wealth of new exterior and interior features that help increase performance, visual appeal, and comfort, including:

  • A new paint color option, Wind, exclusive to the F SPORT model
  • An enhanced Dynamic Sky™ Panorama Glass Roof
  • Available Ultrasuede® door trim
  • Black Ultrasuede® interior trim with blue stitching (RZ 550e F SPORT AWD)
  • F SPORT emblem, rear spoiler, front and rear bumper moldings, front grille, and 20-inch wheels with aero covers (RZ 550e F SPORT AWD)

If you are curious about the 2026 Lexus RZ specs, we have you covered. Below, we detail some notable figures:

2026 Lexus RZ Specs

  • 0-60 mph time (RZ 350e) – 7.1 seconds
  • 0-60 mph time (RZ450e AWD) – 4.9 seconds
  • 0-60 mph time (RZ 550e F SPORT AWD) – 4.1 seconds
  • Height – 64.4 inches
  • Length – 189.2 inches
  • Wheelbase – 112.2 inches
  • Width – 74.6 inches

See The 2026 Lexus RZ Specs Firsthand In Roseville

After reading our 2026 Lexus RZ preview, you are ready to experience this refreshed EV for yourself. Contact us to learn more or to arrange a test drive. Be sure to take a look at our EV information hub so you can get the most out of your new RZ. Once you see it in action, we are confident the 2026 Lexus RZ will be your luxury EV of choice.

*Ranges and charging times will vary depending on weather and other factors.

 

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