Lexus, F SPORT and EV

Lexus’ sporty RZ is the latest EV with fake engine noises to simulate gear shifting
Lexus added more range and power to its RZ electric crossover.
2025 Lexus RZ debuts – new 550e F Sport, steer-by-wire, simulated manual shifts; up to 575 km EV range
In addition to the new Toyota C-HR+ and bZ4X, the updated Lexus RZ has also made its debut in Europe ahead of a market launch in the autumn. First revealed back in 2022, the brand’s
2026 Lexus RZ 550e F Sport adds power, simulated gear shifts
At the global reveal, which took place in Brussels, Belgium, Lexus stated that the RZ 550e F Sport packs a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system rated at 402 hp, nearly 100 hp more than the current RZ lineup’ s top output. Lexus said it also fine-tuned the damper and spring settings to accommodate the RZ 550e F Sport’s extra power.
Lexus RZ Adds Shifts and Sounds with Refresh
The updated Lexus RZ adds a new 550e F Sport variant, more battery capacity, and a revamped drive system. It also adds simulated shifting technology, a new immersive sound system, and a second generation of its steer-by-wire system.
Lexus RZ Unveiled: A New Era of Electric Luxury
The Lexus RZ electric SUV is poised to transform the luxury electric vehicle market with its innovative technology, enhanced driving dynamics, and refined
The electric 402bhp Lexus RZ is here with steer-by-wire and fake manual gearshifts
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Lexus RZ levels up with more range, power, and it’s even getting its first ‘F Sport’ trim
Lexus claims the improvements boost driving range by up to 100 km (62 miles). The RZ 350e is expected to have a WLTP driving range of up to 575 km (357 miles), while the 500e and F Sport trims will get around 500 km (310 miles) and 450 km (280 miles), respectively.
Lexus Introduces Simulated Manual Gear Shifting in New RZ EV
Lexus struggles with the EV market and added simulated manual gear shifting; they’ve really “body-slammed'' the electric vehicle market with the new RZ EV. Customers will now be able to relive the experience of manual combustion vehicles with the “Interactive Manual Drive,
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Major Upgrades Coming to 2026 Lexus RZ Should Get Drivers Excited
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Lexus Electric RZ World Premier with Faux Manual Drive Sounds/Mode
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Lexus reinvents the steering wheel with updated all-electric RZ SUV
Lexus has reinvented the steering wheel in its updated Lexus RZ all-electric SUV. The revised model is the first to get the ...