2026 Lexus RZ 500e Review - Is It Worth More Than a Tesla Model Y?

The Lexus RZ 500e Sports Luxury is the range-topping luxury version of Lexus's dual-motor, all-wheel-drive electric SUV, and for 2026 it gains a bigger battery, more range, faster home charging and 375 hp. This review asks the only question that matters at this price: is the fully loaded RZ 500e worth its A$91,000 when a Tesla Model Y undercuts it on both cost and range? 0:00 Intro, Design & Luxury Appeal 0:44 Exterior Styling & Features 2:39 Interior, Screens & Space 3:45 Rear Seats & Legroom 4:12 Engine, Performance & Driving 5:37 Price, Rivals & Value 7:33 Verdict & Final Thoughts In this first look we walk around the RZ 500e Sports Luxury in Deep Grey, step inside its suede-trimmed cabin with a panoramic glass roof and Mark Levinson audio, and go through the numbers that actually decide it: 460 km / 286 miles of WLTP range, 150 kW DC fast charging, 22 kW home charging, and 0-100 km/h in about 4.6 seconds. Then we put it head to head with the Tesla Model Y Long Range and work out where the Lexus wins, where it loses, and who should still pay the premium. SPECS AT A GLANCE Power: 375 hp (280 kW), dual-motor all-wheel drive (DIRECT4) 0-100 km/h: about 4.6 seconds Battery: 74.7 kWh Range: up to 460 km / 286 miles (WLTP) Charging: 150 kW DC (10-80% in about 30 minutes), 22 kW AC (full in about 3.5 hours) Price: A$91,000 before on-road costs (RZ 500e Sports Luxury) Rivals: Tesla Model Y, BMW iX3, Audi Q4 e-tron, Genesis GV60 This review covers the 2026 Lexus RZ 500e Sports Luxury design, interior, range, charging, performance, price and how it compares to the Tesla Model Y. #LexusRZ #RZ500e #ElectricSUV Subscribe for a new car review every week: https://goo.gl/y9bfwm Hit the bell so you never miss one.