The Lexus RZ 450e uses the DIRECT4 allwheeldrive system introduced on the 2023 Lexus RX. It features a rear electronic axle coupled to the gas engine and a front electric motor. The RZ's DIRECT4 system uses two highoutput, hightorque eAxle units that each drive a set of wheels, one at the front (150kW) and one at the rear (80kW). Threepoint eAxle motor mounts, each using a lightweight aluminum bracket, are placed symmetrically on each side to counteract the torque of the eAxle.

The DIRECT4 system optimizes the RZ's drivetrain, traction, and posture control (including body roll and dive) based on driving conditions and the load carried by each wheel. The DIRECT4 system's fronttorear torque distribution has a maximum range of 100:0 to 0:100, depending on the driving situation.

Although it's based on the same platform as the Toyota bz4X, and also uses the same Subaru developed fourwheeldrive system (called Direct4 here)

The Lexus RZ 450e AWD boasts a familiar foundation called Direct4, utilizing the same platform as the Toyota BZ4X and Subaru's AWD fourwheeldrive system.


Test Model: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Executive Prototype ETHER WITH BLACK ONYX ROOF & HOOD with DAPPLE GRAY / ULTRASUEDE interior $97,751.75

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