Fast Facts | 2026 Lexus RZ550e F Sport
⚡ Output: 402 horsepower and 396 pound-feet of torque from dual motors
🔋 Battery: 77-kWh battery in the 550e F Sport
🛣️ Range: EPA-rated at 229 miles for the 550e F Sport, while the 350e is manufacturer-estimated at 301 miles and the 450e is EPA-rated at 264 miles
🏎️ Performance: Lexus estimates 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds
🛋️ Cabin Strength: Excellent materials, supportive seats, and a Dynamic Sky panoramic roof available
💰 Price: Starts at $58,295 for the 550e F Sport, with the tested example at $62,034
I wouldn’t blame you for not knowing that Lexus makes a compact all-electric SUV. The RZ arrived in 2023 to meh reviews, thanks to a modest range and comfort-only driving dynamics that left drivers looking for a sportier ride wanting more. For 2026, though, Lexus has made some improvements.
This mid-cycle refresh introduces a whole new trim alongside the 350e and 450e. Yep, the RZ gets an F Sport variant, the 550e, with more power and a thoroughly engaging driving experience. There's also a higher-capacity lithium-ion battery, increased range, and a faster onboard charger.
After a week with the F Sport, here's what stood out:
What’s New for 2026
With a 75-kilowatt-hour battery in the lower trims, the base front-wheel-drive 350e now delivers a manufacturer-estimated 301 miles of range, while the all-wheel-drive 450e is rated by the EPA at 264 miles. I spent my time in the 550e F Sport, which uses a 77-kilowatt-hour battery and is rated by the EPA at 229 miles. Most competitors sit right around 300 miles of range, so while the RZ is catching up, some trims remain at the back of the pack.
During my time with the 550e F Sport, I averaged 3.3 miles per kWh, which would theoretically put my range close to 254 miles. Of course, real-world efficiency varies depending on things like speed, temperature, and terrain.
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For 2026, Lexus switches to a NACS port, granting drivers access to Tesla Superchargers — a welcome upgrade. However, DC fast charging still tops out at 150 kilowatts, below the 350-kW capability offered by many other EVs. At the Superchargers I visited, I never saw anything faster than 76 kW, and the charging information displayed sporadically, almost like the car didn’t want to share it.
The good news: the on-board charger increases from 7 kW to 11 kW, and I was able to juice up at home in just a few hours, which is where most EV owners will plug in anyway. But if you rely heavily on public charging, it's worth keeping in mind.
Stellar Interior
Slide behind the wheel of the RZ and you’re greeted with soft, supportive seats with excellent materials all around. Heated and ventilated front seats are standard on every trim. There are some cool textures in here, like some pinstriping on the suede door panels and a small checker pattern on the center stack. My tester also came with the Dynamic Sky panoramic glass roof, which can adjust opacity to block the sun or open up a clear view of the sky with just the touch of a button. It’s pretty nifty.
Lexus eschewed traditional mechanical door levers and employed electric buttons to open the doors. Call me old-fashioned, but…why? These buttons unlatch the door just fine, but feel unnecessary, and the system got angry if I used any of my own muscles to push the door open. It's tech for tech’s sake.
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Every RZ gets a 14-inch touchscreen and a digital gauge cluster. I’m not the biggest fan of the Lexus/Toyota infotainment system, so I defaulted to the standard wireless Apple CarPlay (wireless Android Auto is also available). But there are some cool EV-specific features here: the climate control can focus air flow to occupied seats, Eco Mode helps conserve energy, and the native navigation system will suggest charging options and precondition the battery for optimal charging speeds.
The digital gauge cluster, however, looks fuzzy and out of focus, with a fair amount of unused black space on either side of the given information. And I had to take my phone out of its case to utilize the wireless charging. Good thing there are five USB-C ports scattered about the cabin.
Shift It!
Any quibbles I had with the basics of the RZ are mostly forgotten once I get out on the road. The 350e puts out 221 horsepower, the 450e steps that up to 308, and my 550e F Sport tester goes big with 402 horsepower and 396 pound-feet of torque from its dual motors. In a world where you can get a Lucid with quadruple numbers, the RZ may seem middling, but it’s enough to scoot the SUV to 60 miles per hour in a Lexus-estimated 4.1 seconds. I never felt like the car was slow, especially with the quick throttle response in Sport mode.
Plus, the RZ has something nearly every other EV lacks: simulated manual gear shifting. Dubbed M Mode, this system let me control the amount of power coming from the front and rear motors using paddle shifters. Engine and exhaust sounds are pumped into the cabin, and the thing will even bang off the rev limiter if you push it too far. It’s silly, sure, but so much fun, although it's not quite as aggressive as what you’ll get in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.
The 550e also has some unique suspension tuning that makes it a bit stiffer and flatter in the corners than the 350e and 450e, but it still feels compliant when just slogging through traffic. The biggest bummer here is the lack of one-pedal driving. The RZ offers four levels of brake regen, but none of them bring the car to a complete stop. I love one-pedal driving, especially in heavy traffic, but alas, it is not to be in the Lexus.
Most driver’s aids are standard across the board, including full-speed adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. Traffic Jam Assist, which allows for hands-free/eyes-up driving in low-speed scenarios, requires the $2,600 Luxury package as well as a Drive Connect subscription, but it also adds lane-change assist and front cross-traffic alert. I used Traffic Jam Assist more than once in Los Angeles traffic and found it to be steady and confident, definitely taking some of the stress out of commuting.
Priced Very Well
The 2026 Lexus RZ is one of the most competitively priced electric SUVs, starting at an MSRP of $47,295, including $1,295 for delivery, for a 350e. The 450e starts with an MSRP of $50,795, including destination, while the top dog 550e F Sport starts with an MSRP of $58,295. My tester with the Luxury package, the $200 Cold Area package with windshield wiper de-icer and headlamp washers, $500 blue brake calipers, plus a few other dribs and drabs, comes in at $62,034.
You could also look at a Cadillac Lyriq or Lyriq V. Both have more range, and the Lyriq V comes with 615 ponies, but the price is much higher as well. The Genesis GV60 is closer in price, can charge at 350 kW, and offers plenty of luxury features.
The latest RZ 550e F Sport is everything a Lexus should be. You can’t beat the price, it’s comfortable, it has some great driving dynamics, and it has just a bit of whimsy added. However, with slower charging speeds, range that trails some competitors in certain trims, and no one-pedal driving, it might not check every box for every buyer.
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