Lexus Unveils 2027 TZ: First All-Electric Three-Row Luxury SUV

Lexus announced on 7 May 2026 the 2027 TZ, its first all-electric three-row SUV, built on Toyota’s TNGA electric platform alongside the Highlander BEV. U.S. sales begin late 2026 with a projected starting price near US $60,000. The model targets the segment occupied by the Hyundai IONIQ 9, Volvo EX90, Rivian R1S and Lucid Gravity, expanding luxury EV choices for three-row families.

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• Battery: 76.96 kWh or 95.82 kWh, up to 300 mi (480 km) range.

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• Powertrain: DIRECT4 AWD, 420 hp, torque-vectoring for cornering control.

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• Towing: 3,500 lb (1,588 kg).

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• Size & cargo: 200.8 in L × 78.3 in W × 67.1 in H; wheelbase 120.1 in; cargo 13.8 ft³, seats fold flat.

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• Charging: 150 kW DC fast-charge (10 % -> 80 % in ~35 min); dual AC/DC port and NACS plug for Tesla Superchargers.

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• Interior & safety: 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio, ventilated captain’s seats with power ottomans, “Driving Lounge” concept; Lexus Safety System+ 4.0 with lane-change assist, pedestrian-detecting pre-collision, emergency steer assist.

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According to Lexus, the TZ’s cabin is marketed as a “Driving Lounge” that blends lounge-like comfort with the brand’s signature driving enjoyment. The company highlights the DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive system as optimizing torque distribution for better cornering control and acceleration. Lexus also notes that the updated Lexus Interface provides customizable widgets, full-screen navigation and EV-specific routing, while the Lexus Safety System+ 4.0 delivers a comprehensive safety suite across all trims.

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Industry observers note the lack of a front trunk (frunk), a common feature on many electric SUVs that may limit cargo flexibility. The TZ does not include autonomous driving capability, unlike some competitors that offer self-driving features. While the projected $60,000 entry price is competitive for a luxury model, it exceeds the cost of mainstream three-row EVs, potentially narrowing market appeal.

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The announcement omits the final pricing structure, leaving the exact cost range uncertain. Lexus confirms an NACS port but has not clarified if a Tesla-compatible adapter will be supplied. The frunk omission is noted as “Strangely, the electric SUV does not include a front trunk, or frunk, as shown in the images above,” with no further comment from Lexus on future options.

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• “redefines the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) three-row SUV by balancing lounge-like comfort with Lexus’ signature driving enjoyment.” — Lexus

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• “The system optimizes torque distribution to improve control around corners and acceleration.” — Lexus

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• “2027 Lexus TZ electric three-row SUV interior (Source: Lexus) The front passenger and second row captain’s seats offer ventilation and power ottomans, a first for a Lexus SUV.” — Lexus

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• “The US-spec 2027 Lexus TZ is equipped with an NACS port, enabling drivers to access Tesla’s vast Supercharger network.” — Lexus

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Lexus intends to begin U.S. sales of the TZ by late 2026, with detailed pricing to be announced later in the year. The model will be tracked against its luxury EV rivals as the three-row electric segment expands.

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