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Lexus RZ

Price in South Africa, real specs & electric range — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Updated dedicated battery-electric Lexus RZ range launched locally in 2026 Current version 2026 South African range introduces RZ 500e, RZ 550e F SPORT and RZ 600e F SPORT Performance derivatives Body style SUV
RZ is a South African SUV with a suv body and electric power.
ZAR 1,977,600
On-road in
ZAR 2,003,648
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,977,600
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 17,798
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,977,600
Finance estimate from ZAR 29,580/month Based on RZ 500e EX Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:268.6Nm (198 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:200mm (7.9″) Power:300kW (402 bhp) Electric Range:450km Total Driving Range:450km Battery:76.9kWh Boot522L (18.4 cu ft)

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On-road pricing varies by dealer. Range and charging figures are manufacturer test claims; weather, speed, traffic, charger output, battery temperature and driving style affect real results.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Lexus RZ in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 29,580
Total Interest
ZAR 429,803
Total Payable
ZAR 1,774,803
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the RZ 500e EX. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Lexus RZ

RZ is a South African SUV with a suv body and electric power.

The Lexus RZ occupies a specific place in the South African range: it is designed for a premium-EV buyer with dependable home or workplace charging who wants Lexus refinement and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive. The current range contains four confirmed derivatives, priced from R1 682 600 to R2 628 500. Lexus South Africa's live vehicle API lists the RZ 600e F SPORT under derivative code 60Z with a R2 628 500 price, a monthly-from calculation and Standard customer-order type; the exact locally announced full name is RZ 600e F SPORT Performance. Those figures are recommended vehicle prices checked on 2026-08-12; finance interest, registration, insurance, paint, dealer accessories and optional plans can change the amount a buyer ultimately pays. Every current RZ derivative uses battery-electric drive and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive. The 500e grades produce 280 kW, the 550e F SPORT produces 300 kW, and Lexus now lists the 600e F SPORT at the top of the local range. The updated battery-electric RZ range launched locally in 2026, and the live South African vehicle catalogue now lists flagship derivative code 60Z with its retail price and Standard customer-order type. Updated dedicated battery-electric Lexus RZ range launched locally in 2026; all four locally listed derivatives are current. Current RZ 500e and RZ 550e derivatives use battery-electric DIRECT4 all-wheel drive; the current 313 kW RZ 600e F SPORT Performance sits at the top of the range. Current recommended price range rechecked 2026-08-12: R1 682 600 to R2 628 500. For gravel and rough-road use, DIRECT4 supports traction on wet tar and maintained gravel, but the RZ is not a low-range off-roader. The current price range of R1 682 600 to R2 628 500 is broad enough that a disciplined trim decision matters. The RZ deserves recommendation for a premium-EV buyer with dependable home or workplace charging who wants Lexus refinement and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive when its packaging and engineering fit the normal week. A proper look at the RZ begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a Single-speed electric drive transmission sits beside a AWD DIRECT4 drivetrain, while a AWD drivetrain sets a practical boundary

Lexus RZ — Quick Facts

Lexus RZ Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
RZ 550e F SPORT Flagship Electric 450 km (WLTP) Electric range450 km (WLTP) Total driving range450 km Automatic ZAR 1,977,600
RZ 500e EX Base Electric 500 km (WLTP) Electric range500 km (WLTP) Total driving range500 km Automatic ZAR 1,682,600
RZ 500e SE Top Electric 456 km (WLTP) Electric range456 km (WLTP) Total driving range456 km Automatic ZAR 1,860,400
RZ 600e F SPORT Performance Flagship Electric Total driving range525 km Automatic ZAR 2,628,500
RZ 600e F SPORT Discontinued Flagship Electric Not published Automatic —
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
RZ 550e F SPORT Flagship Electric 450 km (WLTP) Electric range450 km (WLTP) Total driving range450 km Automatic ZAR 1,977,600
RZ 500e EX Base Electric 500 km (WLTP) Electric range500 km (WLTP) Total driving range500 km Automatic ZAR 1,682,600
RZ 500e SE Top Electric 456 km (WLTP) Electric range456 km (WLTP) Total driving range456 km Automatic ZAR 1,860,400
RZ 600e F SPORT Performance Flagship Electric Total driving range525 km Automatic ZAR 2,628,500
RZ 600e F SPORT Discontinued Flagship Electric Not published Automatic —
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Lexus RZ Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Lexus RZ Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching RZ should separate need from showroom appeal. If a Single-speed electric drive transmission solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
In city use, Silent low-speed travel, strong regenerative response and zero tailpipe emissions suit urban driving, but the RZ is still a wide premium SUV. Around town, RZ should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a power output of 300 kW becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R1,682,600 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RZ out with the load it normally carries. A AWD DIRECT4 drivetrain gives context, but a number cannot show how a AWD drivetrain feels on a gradient. For highway buyers, the RZ needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for RZ. A AWD drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for RZ
Off-Road
If the RZ will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R1,682,600 against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for RZ. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for RZ. A AWD DIRECT4 drivetrain may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor electric alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for RZ. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for RZ

Lexus RZ — Should You Buy It?

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RZ deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The Lexus RZ best suits a premium-EV buyer with dependable home or workplace charging who wants Lexus refinement and DIRECT4 all-wheel drive. RZ is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a Single-speed electric drive transmission and accept the limitation represented by a South African price reference of R1,977,600. A fair review of RZ should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a Single-Speed Reduction Gear transmission, a Single-speed electric drive transmission and a AWD DIRECT4 drivetrain can be valuable for the right driver for RZ. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for RZ. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for RZ

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Electric
  • ✓South African price: R2,628,500
  • ✓Engine: Battery-electric powertrain
  • ✓Power output: 313 kW
  • ✓Transmission: Single-Speed Reduction Gear
  • ✓Gearbox: Single-speed electric drive
  • ✓Drivetrain: AWD DIRECT4
  • ✓Drive layout: AWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for RZ can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for RZ depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written RZ quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate RZ budget.
  • ✕A short RZ test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕RZ capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent RZ grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published RZ figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm RZ stock and support terms.

Lexus RZ FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Lexus RZ run from R1,682,600 to R2,628,500, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises RZ 550e F SPORT, RZ 500e EX, RZ 500e SE, RZ 600e F SPORT Performance. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

Ground clearance differs across the Lexus RZ range: RZ 550e F SPORT, RZ 500e EX, RZ 500e SE: 200 mm; RZ 600e F SPORT Performance: 185 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways, gravel roads and uneven parking areas.

A shopper researching RZ should separate need from showroom appeal. If a Single-speed electric drive transmission solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

In city use, Silent low-speed travel, strong regenerative response and zero tailpipe emissions suit urban driving, but the RZ is still a wide premium SUV. Around town, RZ should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RZ out with the load it normally carries. A AWD DIRECT4 drivetrain gives context, but a number cannot show how a AWD drivetrain feels on a gradient.

Buyers researching the Lexus RZ often compare it with rivals such as BMW X5 , Mercedes-Benz GLE , Toyota Land Cruiser 300 , Volkswagen Touareg , BMW X6 . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — range, charging, performance, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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