Welcome back to Beyond EV! Today we’re at PAX Gaming Expo getting hands-on with one of the rarest electric vehicles to ever hit Australian shores, the highly exclusive Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance. With only 9 examples allocated for Australia (and fewer than 200 globally), this $135,000 AUD flagship is Lexus's most powerful production electric SUV to date.
In this walkthrough, we’re taking our signature tech-first approach to examine the hardware architecture and engineering that justifies the price tag. Lexus has retuned their dual-motor setup and 77kWh lithium-ion battery to extract a massive 313kW of output.
In this video, we break down:
🔋 *Powertrain & Architecture:* Exploring the DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive system, the 4.4-second 0-100km/h sprint, and the 420km WLTP range efficiency.
🕹️ *Software & Yoke Steering:* A close look at the steer-by-wire yoke wheel and the fascinating "Interactive Manual Drive"—using paddle shifters to simulate 8 gears complete with EV throttle mapping, simulated engine acoustics, and tachometer displays.
🏁 *Chassis & Aerodynamics:* The bespoke carbon fibre front lip, diffuser, and spoiler developed alongside air race pilot Yoshihide Muroya. Plus, the 20mm lower stance, 21-inch matte black ENKEI® alloys, and upgraded 400mm 6-piston front brakes.
✨ *Cabin Tech:* Immersive Ultrasuede® upholstery, 14-inch multimedia display, and the 13-speaker Mark Levinson® audio system.
Does this ultra-limited NEV set a new benchmark for Japanese performance EVs? Let's analyze the tech.
👇 Let me know in the comments: What are your thoughts on simulated gears in high-performance EVs? Gimmick or great driver engagement?
📖 CHAPTERS 📖
00:00 Introduction
01:13 1. Lexus RX600e Powertrain Specs
02:52 2. Lexus RX600e Exterior Walkaround
05:06 3. Lexus RX600e Interior Walkthrough
10:44 4. Lexus RX600e Test Drive on Assetto Corsa EVO
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