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Lexus RZ450E Is Not Good and Here's Why Says This Toyota Mechanic

Thinking about going full electric with your next vehicle and are basing your buying decision on a well-known make due to their gas-only cars are among the best? Think again as this Toyota mechanic reviews Lexus’s first electric car and explains why it is such a disappointment.
Toyota Mechanic Does Not Recommend Lexus's 1st EV

When the Best is Not Always the Best at Everything

Lexus has earned a stellar reputation with its Toyota origins and morphing into a company of its own that builds great cars---albeit significantly higher in price than a Toyota. But has Lexus made a mistake with their first all-electric model that has been described as “disappointing”?

Related article topic: Is the Lexus just a glorified Toyota?

Here’s the latest from the Car Care Nut as he does a full review of the 2023 Lexus RZ450E and explains why he says this model is not good, as he digs into the vehicle with a show and tell on why other car makes are better than a Lexus when it comes to going electric.

Related article: Toyota Mechanic Reveals the Truth About Tesla Model Y

In the video you will learn about:

• The shortcomings of how Lexus controls battery temperature
• How this new Lexus is a lot like a 1st generation Prius
• More than one type of coolant used rather than one
• Why you can expect significant range problems---especially in cold weather regions
• Different sized front and rear wheels
• Some unusual design elements
• Its limited trunk storage space
• There’s no glove box
• Its strange shifter
• Super-annoying safety system alerts
• A non-traditional interior door handle
• Way too long charge time and limited range---especially when HVAC system is used
• Too sensitive (nearly schizophrenic) range sensing affected whenever any feature is turned on or off
• How it’s too far behind other electric models

Lexus's First Electric Car Is Disappointing. The Lexus RZ450e Is Not Good and Here's Why

And finally…

For additional articles related to Electric and Hybrid vehicles, here are a few for your consideration:

• Everything You Need to Know About Electric Car Tires to Avoid Being Scammed

• Best Green Cars You Can Buy Right Now Says Consumer Reports

• Car Brands and Models That Can Save You Money and Cost the Least to Maintain

Timothy Boyer is Torque News automotive reporter based in Cincinnati. Experienced with early car restorations, he regularly restores older vehicles with engine modifications for improved performance. Follow Tim on Twitter at @TimBoyerWrites for daily new and used vehicle news.

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