The Lexus RZ Megathread (450e, 300e)

[sl0519]

I was just looking at the picture and found this...what is this? Looks like a screen to me.

 

[Will1991]

@sl0519 it seems to be the buttons to adjust brightness and ODO/TRIP:

 

[sl0519]

@sl0519 it seems to be the buttons to adjust brightness and ODO/TRIP:

OK looks like just a glossy surface with buttons on it...was initially thinking the bottons were being reflected on a screen lol.

 

[NXracer]

Really evolved a quality interior into something next level for the RX/RZ. I like!

 

[sl0519]

Really evolved a quality interior into something next level for the RX/RZ. I like!

The dash (passenger side) not only is a natural progression of current LC / LS designs which I absolutely enjoyed, it is now actually executed very much like Lucid's Air with two levels (however as of now, my heart still goes to lucid for its elegance and simplicity). A slight shame the line doesn't flow all the way to the driver's side, but I think I'm quite content for what it is (assuming its priced around RX).

 

[CRSKTN]

I have an expectation that this will be priced above the RX

 

[NXracer]

I have an expectation that this will be priced above the RX

I was going to say $7500 above but then Idk if the NX450+ will fulfill vehicle credit amounts before the RZ gets to dealers

 

[Sulu]

I can't help but be reminded of what happened to the central infotainment screen in the current generation Camry, pre- and post-facelift.


In the 2018 Camry (above), the screen is nicely integrated but mounted low, whereas in the facelifted 2021 Camry (below), the screen is mounted higher, in the driver's line-of-sight but no longer well-integrated.


Are we going to see the same thing happen in the RZ?

 

[sl0519]

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I can't help but be reminded of what happened to the central infotainment screen in the current generation Camry, pre- and post-facelift.

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In the 2018 Camry (above), the screen is nicely integrated but mounted low, whereas in the facelifted 2021 Camry (below), the screen is mounted higher, in the driver's line-of-sight but no longer well-integrated.
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Are we going to see the same thing happen in the RZ?

I can never forget their butchering of the LS and Camry. Looks like some aftermarket parts being installed.

 

[Smychavo]

Seems to me NX was a taste of what was to come for Lexus's future interior design, just in a more conventional package. It's clear to see where most of the development time has gone into as far as fleshing out a vehicle, from layout to material choices. This view of the driver's side already leaves a strong positive impression in me. I'm so excited to read the details about it come mid-April!

 

[spwolf]

I can never forget their butchering of the LS and Camry. Looks like some aftermarket parts being installed.

to me, everything that you guys call integrated looks old .

Even new RZ interior screen placement looks old, but yes, it does look luxurious.
And having headsup is nice.

 

[CRSKTN]

I wonder what sort of sensor array this will have.

What’s the likelihood of the teammate/guardian systems being in the RZ?

 

[spwolf]

I wonder what sort of sensor array this will have.

What’s the likelihood of the teammate/guardian systems being in the RZ?

Same as NX option wise?

 

[NXracer]

I wonder what sort of sensor array this will have.

What’s the likelihood of the teammate/guardian systems being in the RZ?

Is this a question, or are you framing your insider knowledge in the form of a question to allude to what the RZ is packing on the account of the yoke?

 

[CRSKTN]

Is this a question, or are you framing your insider knowledge in the form of a question to allude to what the RZ is packing on the account of the yoke?

I’m personally curious about this one.

I know recently woven planet start speaking about using cheaper cameras to achieve results comparable to LiDAR and advanced sensors, at scale.

Given the lack of a radiator up front, you’d wonder about how they’re utilizing that shape and space.

 

[NXracer]

I’m personally curious about this one.

I know recently woven planet start speaking about using cheaper cameras to achieve results comparable to LiDAR and advanced sensors, at scale.

Given the lack of a radiator up front, you’d wonder about how they’re utilizing that shape and space.

Interesting so they too are trying to go the Tesla route of computervision? I would have thought they'd be pursuing reducing LIDAR, A-Sense, or FLIR costs.

Seeing the IR bump on the column indicates that this has the HW capability for teammate

 

[spwolf]

I am sure it will have Teamate in certain markets, for instance new Noah has it:

Toyota Launches New Noah and Voxy Minivans in Japan | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website

Toyota Motor Corporation announces today the Japan wide launch of its completely redesigned "Noah" and "Voxy" minivans, with models scheduled for release on January 13.

global.toyota

But while getting better with every version, features are still pretty base.

 

[ssun30]

I am sure it will have Teamate in certain markets, for instance new Noah has it:

Toyota Launches New Noah and Voxy Minivans in Japan | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website

Toyota Motor Corporation announces today the Japan wide launch of its completely redesigned "Noah" and "Voxy" minivans, with models scheduled for release on January 13.

global.toyota

But while getting better with every version, features are still pretty base.

Teammate will only ever be L3 max. Their L4 is called Chauffeur and Teammate cannot be OTA upgraded to Chauffeur because of hardware limits.

 

[Kelvin2020]

 

[Ian Schmidt]

I can never forget their butchering of the LS and Camry. Looks like some aftermarket parts being installed.

I get that, but consumers have spoken, and the aftermarket iPad look is considered more modern and high-tech than proper integration. I blame Tesla. (Also, I don't think it's *that* bad on the 2021+ LS).