My guess, all cars have power locks anyway, so it's less tooling cost to run a wire connected to a switch.

@@Mr.Morden if my car doesnt have a mechanical way to open the door if it goes completely flat or has a failure, it's nothing more than an aluminum can for the recycle bin. mechanical handle please.

@@ghomerhust I'd hope they have a volt meter on the battery.

The electric doors allow them to link it to the Blind spot monitoring and prevent you opening the door in front of a cyclist, whether you think that's a good idea or not

I'd rather have parking sensors and normal door handles than this travesty of a SKU. It only exists to get you in the door and then sell you the 80k version. So I'd actually just get the Toyota version thanks. When they make a decent EV that is

Yeah, I'm a big fan of this. I'm taller than Alex so I can usually disregard electric cars based on the legroom.

@@2belowfreezing my brother is 6'3", so he's in the same camp as you in terms of being taller than the typical EV height range. I definitely am down for more EVs switching over to height over frunks.

Additionally, it could make the electronics more accessible for service.

@@AndrijaKrstic True.

That was never the case? They always meant luxury and reliability but in terms of performance and tech, they often lagged behind German competitors with notable exceptions.

Lexus is Toyota And toyota is 10 years behind in EV technology. Did you really think that SUV would be any good?

@@WhatisaLee Not true. The LS400 and LS430 literally were on par with their german competitors.

@@Orangematz “with notable exceptions”. If pinups were still a thing, I would have an LFA & LC500 on a wall. Even modern exceptions exist.

@@WhatisaLee Lexus’ customer base was initially drawn entirely from people fed up with arrogant service people at Audi, BMW, and Mercedes dealerships telling them the car was perfect and the fault was with them. The LS400 and SC400 are widely recognized as the best, or most, over engineered cars ever built. Lexus started off very strong. Unquestionably they did make some mistakes leading to lower quality with some models. But nothing as drastic as the rolling piles of electronic woe from the Fatherland. The big three Teutonic builders are an okay choice while under warranty. But their unreliability coupled with horrendous repair costs is the primary reason they depreciate so rapidly. “Mechanically totalled” is a common term for beautiful but broken cars from Germany and very rarely applied to a Lexus.

That's one way to say terrible lol

I mean tbf, I think he might be on to something here. He said it at the start of the video. The dudes at the car meet might scoff at him, but he won't even have enough seats to fit all the rich white moms that want a ride.

Terrible is an understatement. Low range. Slow charging. No regenerative braking, which also means changing brake pads more since that car will be HEAVY. Poor drive feel. To top everything off the only way they recommend it is if you get the one priced at about 63k? I’m not sure how this review didn’t just end with “bad value, don’t buy.”

that grille? it does not look good.

@@bernRA at least it doesnt look like a 1980s Kirby vacuum cleaner like the gas lexus's do these days. that wedge grill is terrible

Yeah I certainly wouldn't say it looks good, but it does look better than NORMAL Lexus grills in the same style at least.

I disagree, I like it

it may seem obvious and kind of over mentioned but so reminiscent of LFA's rear... in this white colour for now anyway

It's an absolute improvement over old Lexus grills

this is what my printer made after i got out the shower :C

I like the idea of a frunk made for the charging cables. They easily get messy if its wet and/or muddy outside. And the cool hiding spot under the floor of the trunk so many EVs comes with... You tell me how smart it is when you are going on a trip and the trunk is filled up with luggage...

@@Krydolph You won't be going on a trip to begin with with the range half that of a gas car.

@@corruptedpoison1 yeah the small battery size on this is really surprising considering the target audience. id have thought theyd go for a big chonker because as a "rolling chassis" it seems pretty comfy. long roadtrips would be nice in a car that feels like that. but you just cant. not really sure what lexus was thinking there

​@@ghomerhust the target audience is for rich white moms and grandmas to scoot around town in. I know cause I work at a Lexus dealership. Lots of people buying these are getting to retirement age.

Not feeling the white paint. Anything else would look better

They're already in the turbulent flow created by the mirrors, would need to be lower to see an aero benefit from flush handles.

@@troy4393 Um...yea...that's what I'm saying. They aren't flush, so no benefit, yet they still operate like a stupid electronic release...

@@rmp5s no, even if they were flush, there wouldn't be a significant benefit. The mirrors would have to be removed to see a benefit from flush handles.

@@troy4393 Assuming that is correct, that still kinda proves my point. lol

​ @Krydolph I switched from the Tesla Model Y to the Lexus RZ450e (18 inch wheels) with latest software update that unlocks more range and efficiency, and it was the best decision ever. Do not listen to the skeptics / critics who tested pre-production or early production vehicles with the old software. With latest software updates, the range and efficiency is amazing. 95% of my driving is in the city (Washington DC) at speeds below 35 MPH and I average well over 4.5 kWh/mi. On a recent drive, I got 7.2 kWh/mi. 18 inch wheels (NOT 21 inch wheels) and using regen at lowest setting is key to getting maximum efficiency because Lexus designed an adaptive automatic regen braking system that recognizes when the car needs to slow down (for curves or stopped traffic) and blends in appropriate regen and friction braking as needed to simulate a true one pedal driving experience. The RZ hits 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. Its ride quality, powertrain refinement, quietness and sound system all blow the Tesla Model Y away. Lexus discounted this heavily so it ended up being a $43,000 car. The infotainment is snappy - having a screen in front of you to display vital info as well as a heads up display are HUGE pluses over the Model Y. As for the Normal/Eco/Range settings, once you sign in, it remembers your preferred settings. The radiant heat feature is genius BTW - feels like a warm blanket on your legs. Safety features like Safe Exit Assist prevent doors from opening if a car or cyclist is approaching (can be overridden). There are so many thoughtful touches and safety features that make Tesla looks pretty crude and ancient - almost Iike an unfinished product. As for lack of frunk, I don’t miss it. The RZ has plenty of space in the sub trunk for cables, plus features like digital rear view mirror, homelink garage door opener, blind spot alert lights and beeps, 360 panoramic camera views, auto park and ventilated / cooled seats more than make up for lack of frunk! Oh, and unlike Tesla, help and service is just a phone call away - there’s always someone who answers the phone should you have a question.

acura made a sneak peek of the electric zdx type s, so it’s probably coming soon

Acura’s are dope, and almost Lexus reliable too. Definitely one of the few brands I actually consider worth purchasing, alongside, Lexus and Toyota. Porsche for sports cars.

Of course Acura = Honda as Lexus = Toyota. If they build something in the segment you’re shopping they’re virtually always the best choice. Almost zero wide spread problems with either brand particularly compared to the competition. These are the cars you consider owning versus leasing and running away before the warranty runs out.

@@morstyrannis1951 acura only exists in north america. everywhere else in the world, it's simply honda. a honda integra type R is a real thing.

i feel like i see you all over youtube on any STEM related videos

LongCircuit?

Failed as a car lol

Not shocking, it's the Lexus version of the Toyota bz4x which is an absolute pile of trash. Toyota is amazing at engineering but they can't make tech to save their lives.

One of their first tries at the EV game, seems to be going well

I switched from the Tesla Model Y to the Lexus RZ450e (18 inch wheels) with latest software update that unlocks more range and efficiency, and it was the best decision ever. Do not listen to the skeptics / critics who tested pre-production or early production vehicles with the old software. With latest software updates, the range and efficiency is amazing. 95% of my driving is in the city (Washington DC) at speeds below 35 MPH and I average well over 4.5 kWh/mi. On a recent drive, I got 7.2 kWh/mi. 18 inch wheels (NOT 21 inch wheels) and using regen at lowest setting is key to getting maximum efficiency because Lexus designed an adaptive automatic regen braking system that recognizes when the car needs to slow down (for curves or stopped traffic) and blends in appropriate regen and friction braking as needed to simulate a true one pedal driving experience. The RZ hits 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. Its ride quality, powertrain refinement, quietness and sound system all blow the Tesla Model Y away. Lexus discounted this heavily so it ended up being a $43,000 car. As for the Normal/Eco/Range settings, once you sign in, it remembers your preferred settings. The radiant heat feature is genius BTW - feels like a warm blanket on your legs. Safety features like Safe Exit Assist prevent doors from opening if a car or cyclist is approaching (can be overridden). There are so many thoughtful touches and safety features, makes Tesla looks pretty crude and ancient.

@@gbw4908 I switched from the Tesla Model Y to the Lexus RZ450e (18 inch wheels) with latest software update that unlocks more range and efficiency, and it was the best decision ever. Do not listen to the skeptics / critics who tested pre-production or early production vehicles with the old software. With latest software updates, the range and efficiency is amazing. 95% of my driving is in the city (Washington DC) at speeds below 35 MPH and I average well over 4.5 kWh/mi. On a recent drive, I got 7.2 kWh/mi. 18 inch wheels (NOT 21 inch wheels) and using regen at lowest setting is key to getting maximum efficiency because Lexus designed an adaptive automatic regen braking system that recognizes when the car needs to slow down (for curves or stopped traffic) and blends in appropriate regen and friction braking as needed to simulate a true one pedal driving experience. The RZ hits 0-60 in 4.5 seconds. Its ride quality, powertrain refinement, quietness and sound system all blow the Tesla Model Y away. Lexus discounted this heavily so it ended up being a $43,000 car. As for the Normal/Eco/Range settings, once you sign in, it remembers your preferred settings. The radiant heat feature is genius BTW - feels like a warm blanket on your legs. Safety features like Safe Exit Assist prevent doors from opening if a car or cyclist is approaching (can be overridden). There are so many thoughtful touches and safety features, makes Tesla looks pretty crude and ancient.

Look at the Hyundai Ioniq 5. I think you'll like that better and I'm pretty sure it's cheaper as well.

The whole reason for screens is to reduce part numbers and thus cost. Matte screens=more expensive=less margin. Maybe in the future they’ll follow apples lead. Extra $300 for matte glass

And the scrolling is like 3fps. Why? Just glue an ipad to the dash if you can't do the software properly yourself, car makers.

​@@TheSirGoreaxeI agree, the Huyndai seems to be an objectively better EV, including it's luxury cousin GV60

Yeah. It looks awful

I'd rather have them do a fake grille instead of that

It's a lexus.. the electronics won't be flakey 😅

lexus dont have electrical problems....they have probably tested the handles for 30yrs of guaranteed reliability.......you must be used to american cars

Screw it, my prius will be going abroad tomorrow (I don’t actually own a prius fyi)

Have you ever driven one before? The infinitis have them and the are horrible. I’ve had 3 with it. It’s by far the worst steering I’ve ever experienced in a car and I drive A LOT of cars.

@@mrsittingmongoose I haven't driven one before, but my understanding is that this is very different from what Infinity is doing. This is steer-by-wire, but there are motors on both ends, so not only does the steering wheel (nearly) instantly turn the tires, but it also has motors on the steering wheel which provides force feedback allowing you to feel everything that you otherwise would through a real steering column. Again, I'd highly recommend checking out the Engineering Explained video on it.

@@AlexSchendel there is very obvious lag in the steering system compared to traditional methods, I personally wouldn’t be comfortable driving one

Apart from the lag with is straight up dangerous it means you have 4 very expensive motors in a very expensive steering box which will fail and need to he replaced, we're talking thousands of dollars, I'm just not sure if I'm willing to risk that myself.

That video itself like 10 years old.

Idk about you, but the last lego set i built looked pretty cool

Linus… Transport tips?

Dude I can't believe they left that in the video! Way too graphic.

Did you think it was deliberate? Running down Linus seems like an extreme way to climb the corporate ladder.

When does he hit a passerby?

LOL

Jezuz, 3D printers must have gone up a ton in value

Because range and charge speed is much more important for an EV than for combustion. Waiting 40mins in between on a 300km drive is just ridiculous

possibly because most full EV builds are going with an overall similar design look, which many do find appealing. i personally love the ionic 5, it's fantastic

They are. The average price of a new car in the US is $40k now. There are no cars at the $10k level, with manufacturers abandoning economy cars for higher-profit SUV's

@@arthuralfordYup. Nothing for the broke folks anymore

Honestly I wouldn't recommend the Subaru either, the range is horrible for an off-road brand.

a 2018 Prius in my country is like 50,000$ -,-

I know you didnt ask, but the correct plural form of lexus is ‘lexi’

If you can get one. Ordering is shut down until the 2024 model year and most dealers are charging $5,000 - $10,000 over MSRP (even for used models)