# Lexus RZ specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **EV range:** 301 mi - **Drive:** AWD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2023-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Lexus RZ is a small SUV with up to 301 miles of EPA range. Engines: Electric. ## Every 2026 Lexus RZ version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Range | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | RZ 350e FWD (18 inch wheels) | Electric | FWD | Single-speed | 136/115 MPGe | 126 MPGe | 301 mi | 8.0 h | $600 | 0 g/mi | | RZ 350e FWD (20 inch wheels) | Electric | FWD | Single-speed | 129/110 MPGe | 120 MPGe | 284 mi | 8.0 h | $650 | 0 g/mi | | RZ 450e AWD (18 inch wheels) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 120/100 MPGe | 110 MPGe | 264 mi | 8.0 h | $700 | 0 g/mi | | RZ 450e AWD (20 inch wheels - 235/50R20) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 117/99 MPGe | 108 MPGe | 257 mi | 8.0 h | $700 | 0 g/mi | | RZ 450e AWD (20 inch wheels - 235/50R20,255/45R20) | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 102/87 MPGe | 95 MPGe | 228 mi | 8.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | | RZ 550e AWD | Electric | AWD | Single-speed | 102/88 MPGe | 95 MPGe | 229 mi | 8.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Lexus RZ specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPGe | EV range | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, FWD | 95-126 | 301 mi | | 2025 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, FWD | 95-125 | 266 mi | | 2024 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD, FWD | 95-125 | 266 mi | | 2023 | Electric | Single-speed | AWD | 95-107 | 220 mi | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the RZ changed over the years? - **2026:** maximum range went from 266 to 301 miles. - **2024:** FWD became available; maximum range went from 220 to 266 miles. ## What does it cost to run a RZ? The EPA puts the 2026 Lexus RZ's fuel cost at **$600-$800 a year**, against about $2,231 for other current small SUVs: roughly 69% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $3,500 in electricity. ## RZ vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Tesla Model Y](/vehicles/tesla-model-y) | Electric | 105-138 MPGe | 357 mi | $550-$700 | | [Cadillac LYRIQ](/vehicles/cadillac-lyriq) | Electric | 80-92 MPGe | 326 mi | $850-$950 | | Kia EV3 | Electric | 103-117 MPGe | 321 mi | $650-$750 | | [Ford Mustang Mach-E](/vehicles/ford-mustang-mach-e) | Electric | 84-110 MPGe | 320 mi | $700-$900 | | [Kia EV6](/vehicles/kia-ev6) | Electric | 83-115 MPGe | 319 mi | $650-$900 | | [Hyundai Ioniq 5](/vehicles/hyundai-ioniq-5) | Electric | 71-115 MPGe | 318 mi | $650-$1,050 | | Toyota bZ | Electric | 109-131 MPGe | 314 mi | $550-$700 | | Subaru Uncharted | Electric | 112-129 MPGe | 308 mi | $600-$650 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the range of the 2026 Lexus RZ? The 2026 Lexus RZ has an EPA-estimated range of up to 301 miles on a full charge, with an efficiency rating of 95-126 MPGe combined. Cold weather and highway speed reduce range. ### What engine does the 2026 Lexus RZ have? The 2026 Lexus RZ comes with: Electric. It uses single-speed transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Lexus RZ? No, the Lexus RZ is fully electric, so there is no hybrid or gas version. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus RZ for a year? About $600-$800 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average electricity prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### Does the 2026 Lexus RZ come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Lexus RZ is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Lexus RZ cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $600-$800 compares with about $2,231 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Lexus SUVs - [Lexus NX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-nx) - [Lexus RX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rx) - [Lexus GX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-gx) - [Lexus LX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lx) - [Lexus TX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-tx) ## More Lexus models - [Lexus ES](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-es) - [Lexus IS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-is) - [Lexus LC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lc) - [Lexus LS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ls) - [Lexus UX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ux) - [Lexus RC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rc): discontinued ## Other small SUVs - [Lincoln Corsair](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-corsair) - [Lincoln Nautilus](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-nautilus) - [Mazda CX-30](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-30) - [Mazda CX-5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-5) - [Mazda CX-50](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) - [Mazda CX-9](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-9) - [Mercedes-Benz EQB](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-eqb) - [Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-glb-class) ## Compared with - [Kia EV6](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-ev6) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rz Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.