The Lexus TZ is a quieter, upscale take on the Highlander EV

Lexus Earlier this year, Toyota revealed its first three-row electric SUV in the Highlander EV. Now, it's Lexus' turn to put its spin on this segment with the upcoming TZ, which boasts a more luxurious design, seating for up to six and a top range of around 300 miles.

Like its cousins the Highlander EV and Subaru Getaway, the TZ is based on Toyota's e-TNGA platform and will be available with two battery sizes (76.9k Wh or 95.8k Wh) and an upgraded Direct4 AWD system. While Lexus has yet to provide specific info about power, based on the output available from other models sharing this platform, we're expecting around 400 horsepower (or more) depending on the exact configuration. It's a similar situation when it comes to range, because while we're still waiting on an official figure from the EPA, Lexus estimates a TZ with the larger 95kWh power pack will go for around 300 miles between charges.

Meanwhile, at 200.8 inches, the TZ is actually slightly longer than the Highlander EV, while sporting a similarly brawny exterior with lots of hard lines along and Lexus' signature spindle-shaped grille. Other features include Dynamic Rear Steering (up to four degrees) that should provide better maneuverability at low speeds and increased stability at high speeds. Unfortunately, the TZ's 400-volt architecture doesn't look very impressive, with charging speeds that top out at just 150kW that should deliver 10 to 80 percent charging times of around 35 minutes. Thankfully, the car does come with a native NACS port and, for times when you need to charge your other gadgets, Lexus is making a dedicated accessory adapter that plugs into an AC inlet in the cargo area.