is one of the most dominant electric vehicle (EV) brands. Just about every other automaker is trying to claim its share in the emerging EV market. In order to stand out, automakers are working to offer EVs with improved performance, range, and
reported that the UX 300e was merely a compliance car, meaning it was only produced to meet environmental regulations in China and the European Union. The new EV from Lexus will be a stronger attempt from the company to capture a part of the global EV market.
reported that the EV will be a crossover that’s about the same size as the best-selling Lexus NX. It’ll also be closely related to the production version of
Both the bZ4X and new Lexus EV will be built on the e-TNGA platform, but the electric Lexus will have a specific design inspired by the LF-Z Electrified concept.
The Lexus EV will keep the spindle grille, but it’ll be more of a trim piece than an air vent. The crossover will also feature a wide rear light bar, angular LED headlights, and a new logo across the trunk lid.
Lexus’s first dedicated EV will sit lower on the ground than existing SUVs with a stance that’s focused on performance. These styling cues will start to appear on other Lexus models in the upcoming years.
The e-TNGA was developed by Toyota and Subaru, and the new EV will be the first Lexus to use it. Lexus hopes that this new era of design of technological innovations will help expand the company’s sales.
The future of Lexus EVs
The future of cars is expected to change quite a bit this decade, and Lexus wants to remain competitive. To do this, they need to focus on their EV lineup. Lexus aims to have 10 electric models by 2025.
You can likely expect to see Lexus EVs provide some level of autonomous driving. The brand will continue to improve its EV technology and design to compete with other automakers.
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