New Lexus TZ: a three-row electric SUV that charges you with emotion

Lexus expands its electrified lineup with the all-new Lexus TZ — the brand’s first three-row, fully electric SUV with all-wheel drive.

The newcomer is built on the upgraded GA-K (Global Architecture — K) platform, known for its flexibility and suitability for a wide range of powertrains. The Lexus TZ is fitted with a pair of electric motors delivering a combined 300 kW for outstanding acceleration. Buyers can choose between two battery packs: a 76.96 kWh entry-level option and an advanced 95.82 kWh unit. The crossover’s driving range reaches up to 530 kilometres on the European WLTP cycle.

The evolved DIRECT4 AWD system dynamically distributes torque between the front and rear motors according to driving conditions, delivering linear acceleration and precise cornering. Torque distribution adjusts from 60:40 to 0:100 (front:rear) under acceleration and from 80:20 to 0:100 through corners — tuning handling on the fly.

The Lexus TZ’s footprint is impressive: the model stretches an imposing 5100 millimetres in length, measures almost two metres wide (1990 mm) and stands 1705 mm tall. That puts the crossover on par in size with the brand’s established luxury models — the Lexus GX and LX.

From the outside, the new Lexus TZ shows off distinctive design cues, especially at the front and rear. The front end features a signature radiator grille and bold headlights that create a memorable look. The rear is just as original, clearly distancing itself from its sibling, the Toyota Highlander EV.

The cabin’s build quality and design clearly outclass the mainstream segment, delivering a higher level of comfort and an exclusive feel. The TZ debuts the latest-generation Lexus Interface multimedia system, with crisp graphics, an intuitive user interface, more computing power and AT&T 5G connectivity. New features include customisable home-screen widgets, the upgraded «Hey Lexus» voice assistant, full-screen navigation on the digital gauge cluster, and EV charge-management tools such as «EV Routing» and «EV Range Map» that make electric driving more comfortable.

Details on trim levels and pricing for the all-new Lexus TZ are due later in 2026.