Lexus is expanding its electric vehicle portfolio with the 2027 TZ, its first all-electric three-row SUV, combining premium comfort, flexible battery options and a spacious cabin.
Lexus is taking another step into the luxury EV segment with the introduction of the 2027 Lexus TZ. As the brand’s first-ever all-electric, three-row SUV, the TZ is designed to offer a combination of passenger space, comfort and zero tailpipe emissions.
The new electric SUV is aimed at customers looking for the practicality of three-row seating without giving up the refinement and features expected from a Lexus.
The 2027 Lexus TZ will be available with two lithium-ion battery options — 76.96kWh and 95.82kWh — giving buyers the choice of a battery configuration suited to their requirements.
The TZ also features a distinctive exterior design developed with aerodynamic efficiency in mind, helping balance styling with the demands of an electric powertrain.
Here are five key things to know about the all-new 2027 Lexus TZ
Ample Space, Premium Performance
When it comes to elevated comfort, the all-new Lexus TZ has it mastered. The art of passenger-first luxury is exemplified in this three row all-electric SUV. The brand being synonymous with reliability and craftsmanship has turned the cabin into an oasis where convenience meets ultimate refinement.
With front passenger and second-row seats offering power ottomans (a Lexus SUV first), the Lexus TZ has taken the guest experience to a new level. The third-row seats provide sofa-like cushions, and every detail is engineered to pamper guests with high-end sophistication and everyday practicality.
Quiet Luxury
The Lexus TZ shows that eco-sensitive design and exhilarating performance can coexist in a luxury three-row BEV SUV. By pairing a whisper-quiet, spacious “Driving Lounge” cabin with engaging driving dynamics, it helps build on a relaxing experience for guests.
Its highly aerodynamic exterior helps maximize driving range, while the inclusion of hand-crafted Shikoku Island Forged Bamboo highlights Lexus’ dedication to eco-sensitive luxury.
High-Performance Handling
Lexus’ evolved DIRECT4 AWD system and advanced chassis dynamics bridge the gap between high-performance handling and passenger serenity. By continuously optimizing power delivery and cabin stability, this setup helps define electric driving comfort.
Here is how this innovative technology enhances the drive:
- DIRECT4 AWD: Standard on all grades, the system distributes torque between front and rear motors based on driving conditions for linear acceleration and precise cornering.
- Acceleration: Torque ratios adjust from 60:40 to 0:100 (front:rear).
- Cornering Phases to Optimize Handling: Ratios shift from 80:20 to 0:100 (front:rear).
- Tailored Drive Modes: Features NORMAL, SPORT, ECO, RANGE and REAR COMFORT mode. The REAR COMFORT setting synchronizes Dynamic Rear Steering, optimized brake force and drive force distribution to minimize cabin pitching and lateral motion.
- Regenerative Braking: Offers five levels of deceleration, adjustable via paddle shifters, to meet the driver’s preference. Maximum coasting deceleration is up to 0.2 G of natural speed control using only accelerator pedal modulation.
Seamless Handling
Built on the TNGA platform, the Lexus TZ delivers a refined iteration of the “Lexus Driving Signature,” across more than 40 performance themes.
Its reinforced body structure utilizes high-rigidity adhesives, laser screw welding and lightweight aluminum components to achieve a perfect harmony of exceptional torsional stiffness, agile handling stability and reduced weight.
What’s more, the Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) helps enhance maneuverability at low speeds and stability at high speeds by steering rear wheels up to 4 degrees in coordination with front wheels.
Let the Light Shine In
The Lexus TZ masterfully maximizes space and ambiance with a standard panoramic roof featuring an innovative, wire-driven sunshade that preserves headroom and offers third-row passengers expansive views. This airy cabin is beautifully enhanced by standard ambient LED illumination, which cycles through six Japanese-inspired themes evoking natural beauty.
Discover more with the all-electric 2027 Lexus TZ, a three-row SUV that doesn’t just reimagine the luxury experience, it crafts a more human one.
