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Lexus expands SUV lineup with hybrid Overtrail and RZ EV

Overview

Lexus has expanded its SUV and electrified offerings through a “multi-pathway” approach, providing both hybrid and fully electric options. In late July 2026, the brand debuted the LX700h hybrid flagship SUV, with base models priced above US$200,000. A week later, Lexus released the LX700h Overtrail, a purpose‑built off‑road variant featuring a 3.4‑liter twin‑turbo V6 hybrid and hydraulic suspension.

Concurrently, Lexus refreshed its RZ electric SUV range. In North America, updates included the RZ 450e Executive with Tesla Supercharger compatibility, while global updates introduced improved battery capacities in markets like the Philippines and the Czech Republic. These technical enhancements support DC charging up to 150kW.

In September 2026, the brand expanded its electrified lineup in Singapore with the eighth-generation Lexus ES, available in ES 350h Full Hybrid Electric and ES 350e Pure Electric variants. This model features updated interior designs to increase rear passenger space and optimized boot capacity. The expansion continued in New Zealand with the launch of the eighth-generation ES, which includes the ES 300h hybrid and the all-electric ES 500e Dynamic.

Following these launches, Lexus prepared to introduce the new ES sedan generation in Vietnam. The Vietnamese lineup is expected to feature the ES 350h hybrid, utilizing a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with an e-CVT transmission, and the ES 500e, the line’s first fully electric version. The ES 500e is projected to feature dual electric motors producing 338 horsepower, DIRECT4 all-wheel drive, and a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery. Estimated pricing for the Vietnamese models ranges from approximately 2.36 billion VND for the ES 350h Premium to 2.98 billion VND for the ES 500e.

Entities

Lexus · Toyota · Lexus RZ 450e · Vietnam Register · Panasonic

Timeline

2 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Lexus to launch new ES sedan generation in Vietnam with hybrid and electric models
Lexus is set to launch the new ES sedan generation in Vietnam, introducing the ES 350h hybrid and the ES 500e all-electric model with a projected price of up to 2.98 billion VND.
7 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Lexus expands electric and hybrid lineup with ES and RZ models
Lexus introduces the eighth-generation ES in New Zealand, featuring hybrid and all-electric options, alongside the RZ, the brand's first purpose-built electric model.
18 days ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Lexus expands electrified lineup with new ES and RZ models
Lexus is advancing its electrification strategy with a multi-pathway approach, introducing the hybrid and electric Lexus ES models alongside the RZ electric SUV.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Lexus updates RZ electric vehicle lineup with battery and performance upgrades
Lexus has updated its RZ electric vehicle lineup with larger batteries, faster charging, and increased horsepower across various international markets.
about 2 months ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
Lexus rolls out upgraded 2026 RZ electric SUV and LX 700h Overtrail hybrid SUV
Lexus updates its 2026 RZ electric SUV with new battery, pricing and features, and launches the LX 700h Overtrail hybrid SUV with high‑power drivetrain and extensive off‑road capabilities.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Lexus LX700h Hybrid SUV Review Highlights Premium Pricing
Lexus’s 2026 LX700h hybrid SUV costs over $200K, a $16,200 premium over the LX600, claims 10 L/100km fuel use, but recouping the extra price would take 28 years at 15,000 km/yr.

Sources

7news.com.au · auto.cz · autoapp.sg · autocar.co.nz · autonet.com.vn · carguide.ph · carpages.ca · communitynews.com.au · heraldnet.com · jauns.lv · topgear.bg · topgear.com.ph · tractionlife.com · tuoitre.vn

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