Lexus Unveils RZ 600e F Sport Performance in Japan

Lexus has unveiled the RZ 600e F Sport Performance, a high-performance special edition of its all-electric RZ SUV, introducing enhanced power and aggressive styling to the lineup in Japan. The model, based on the existing RZ 550e F Sport, boosts output to 313 kilowatts through optimized battery management, while maintaining the same 77-kilowatt-hour battery pack. It will go on sale through dealerships starting March 2, 2026, with pricing beginning at 12,165,000 yen for the base color option.

The RZ 600e delivers a combined system power of 313 kilowatts, equivalent to approximately 420 horsepower, from dual electric motors mounted on each axle for all-wheel drive. Each motor produces 167 kilowatts and 268 newton-meters of torque, enabling acceleration from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in 4.4 seconds. Despite the power increase, the battery retains its estimated range of 525 kilometers under Japan's CLTC testing standard, which is more optimistic than the WLTP figure of around 450 kilometers seen in other markets for similar variants. The vehicle supports fast charging to ensure practicality for both urban commutes and longer journeys.

To complement the heightened performance,...