Lexus Unveils World's First Three-Row Electric SUV 'TZ' with 620km Range

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Lexus unveiled the new 'TZ', the brand's first three-row battery electric vehicle, at the Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama on the 7th. The vehicle is scheduled to launch in Japan in the winter of 2026. It is a large electric SUV with an overall length of 5.1 meters.

The new TZ continues the brand message "DISCOVER ─No Imitation─" showcased at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, emphasizing various possibilities of lifestyle and life stages under the theme "DISCOVER LIMITLESS" in this model. Lexus stated that this model realizes the 'Driving Lounge' concept, a premium mobility space where all passengers can be satisfied.

The vehicle dimensions are an overall length of 5,100mm, overall width of 1,990mm, overall height of 1,705mm, wheelbase of 3,050mm, and curb weight of 2,630kg. The system's maximum output is 300kW (407.8PS), and it applies a 4WD system equipped with motors of 167.0kW (227PS) each at the front and rear. This 4WD system is an evolution of Lexus's proprietary 'Direct4', controlling front-to-rear driving force distribution from 60:40 to 0:100 during acceleration and straight-line driving to suppress vehicle pitching, adjusting to 80:20 to 0:100 during cornering, and controlling torque for each wheel based on tire grip load during corner exit.

The body of the new TZ was newly developed based on the TNGA platform. By reinforcing key fastening points at the front end, rear end, and floor front and rear, it pursues quietness, comfort, and a cohesive, smooth ride feel.

Fast charging standards support various methods including NACS, CHAdeMO, CCS, and GB/T1 depending on the sales region. The long-range battery model is equipped with a large-capacity lithium-ion battery of 312 cells/95.82kWh and is being developed with a target range of 300 miles. According to Japanese specifications, a range of 620km has been announced. Additionally, a standard-range battery model with 104 cells/76.96kWh is also available.

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