# Electric All-Wheel-Drive SUVs The New Lexus RZ 450e is Decked Out with Premium Features By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-04-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-rz-450e References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/new-lexus-rz-450e-ev-unveiled-20-04-2022/) & [newsroom.lexus.eu](https://newsroom.lexus.eu/world-premiere-of-the-all-new-lexus-rz/)  [Lexus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-lexus-rz), a luxury automotive brand owned by [Toyota](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports), has unveiled its newest all-electric vehicle, the Lexus [RZ 450e](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-luxury-vehicles). The sleek new SUV boasts a future-forward design and comes equipped with a notably powerful electric engine. The vehicle is powered by two electric motors that can produce a total of 308 horsepower. As a result, the SUV is capable of going from 0 to 62 miles per hour in as a little as 5.6 seconds. In addition, fans of the brand will be delighted to see that Lexus's penchant for craftsmanship and premium features has been carried over to the RZ 450e. For example, the SUV features an advanced drivetrain that utilizes by-wire steering with a new One Motion Grip yoke and rear and front e-Axles. Image Credit: Lexus ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Electric Suvs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for luxury automotive companies to develop all-electric SUVs with powerful engines and premium features. - **Advanced Electric Drivetrains:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for electric vehicle companies to focus on developing advanced electric drivetrains that utilize by-wire steering and e-Axles for improved performance and control. - **Fast All-electric Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for automotive companies to create all-electric vehicles with powerful engines that can go from 0 to 62 miles per hour in a matter of seconds. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Automotive:** The luxury automotive industry can capitalize on the trend of electric all-wheel-drive SUVs, by incorporating premium features and powerful electric engines. - **Electric Vehicle:** Electric vehicle companies have an opportunity to innovate by creating advanced electric drivetrains that utilize by-wire steering and e-Axles, showcasing superior performance and control. - **Automotive:** Automotive companies can capitalize on the trend of fast all-electric vehicles, by creating powerful engines that offer a thrilling acceleration experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fully Electric Luxury Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-luxury-vehicles.md) - [Sporty Luxury EV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-lexus-rz.md) - [Ultra-Efficient SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-electric-suv.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md) - [Luxury Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-lfzc.md) - [Sporty EV Concept Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-rz-sport-concept.md) - [Next-Generation BEV Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev.md) - [Sculpted Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-electrified-sport.md) - [Self-Charging Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ux300h.md)