Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance unleashed with 426 HP

When it comes to premium EVs, brands like Lexus Philippines have you covered with the UX and the RZ. The UX 300e is for those who want a small but premium electric crossover, while the RZ 300e & 450e are for those who want a midsize crossover that can also deliver zero emissions performance.

But when it comes to outright performance, Lexus has just revealed its most powerful EV yet. This is the Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance, and it's set to deliver one heck of a jolt. It's built on the strengths of the RZ 550e “F Sport” but comes with more powerful motors and larger brakes to match its elevated performance.

Starting with the hardware, the RZ 600e F Sport Performance now serves as the most powerful variant with a combined system output of 426 PS from its dual electric motors. This translates to a 0 – 100 km/h sprint time of just 4.4 seconds. Power is supplied by a 76.96 kWh battery pack, which gives the RZ 600e F Sport Performance a range of up to 525 km.

Going fast means having to stop faster. Lexus equipped the high-performance EV with massive 20-inch disc brakes, along with huge six-piston aluminum monoblock calipers in the front. Sitting in front of the brakes are special edition 21-inch aluminum wheels from Enkei that are finished in matte black. For better handling, Lexus dropped the suspension by 20mm, which also gives the RZ 600e F Sport Performance a sleeker stance. Last but not least is a unique steer-by-wire system that's paired with the new steering yoke.

Other exterior features that make RZ 600e stand out are new wheel arch moldings, a carbon fiber hood bulge, carbon headlight bezels, a carbon roof, a carbon rear wing, special lower door moldings, carbon ground effects, and two special edition colors: Neutrino Gray and Hakugin II, which are paired with a black colorway.

Hop inside, and the yoke-shaped steering wheel immediately greets passengers in the RZ 600e F Sport Performance. This is then accompanied by the dial-type shift selector on the center console, and Ultrasuede sport seats that are exclusive only to the RZ 600e. They come with unique blue contrast stitching for a sportier look, along with front seat ventilation for added comfort. Other special features include blue accents on the instrument panel, a black hazel finish on the cupholders, and Ultrasuede door trims.

For now, the Lexus RZ 600e F Sport Performance will only be available in Japan starting on March 2, 2026. There's no word yet if the brand plans to make it available in other markets, but given its performance pedigree, we're curious if Lexus Philippines can offer it as an indent order for interested customers.