Lexus announced several initiatives that aim to benefit Lexus RZ battery electric vehicle owners, including 2023-25 vehicles and the newly enhanced 2026 models that are arriving at dealers nationwide this month.
Lexus RZ drivers will also be able to enjoy access to a vastly expanded network of DC fast chargers, including the Tesla Supercharger Network, new Plug & Charge capability, and intelligent Apple Maps EV Routing.
Along with being able to use DC fast charging networks like IONNA, ChargePoint, and EVgo, Lexus RZ owners will be able to access more than 25,000 plugs in North America through the Tesla Supercharger Network.
Customers can find these Tesla Superchargers, as well as other compatible SAE J3400 North American Charging System (NACS) networks, through the Lexus app.
To make charging even simpler, 2026 model year BEVs will have Plug & Charge, which can initiate charging by simply plugging in after a one-time enrollment setup through the Lexus app.
The Tesla Supercharger Network will be the first charging network that is Plug & Charge-enabled from model year 2026 onward for BEV drivers, with other charging networks such as IONNA, ChargePoint, and EVgo to follow.
“We put our Lexus guests first in everything we do,” said Shawn Domeracki, vice president of Lexus Sales and Dealer Development. “From access to new charging hardware to software-enabled upgrades available for all Lexus BEV drivers, we’re excited to be able to surprise and delight our guests throughout their Lexus ownership experiences.”
All 2026 Lexus BEVs will come standard with adapters that allow backward compatibility to charge at SAE J1772 and Combined Charging System (CCS) stations, providing even greater convenience and flexibility.
Starting this month, model year 2023-25 Lexus RZ drivers will receive a letter from Lexus directing them to contact their dealer to receive one complimentary NACS charging adapter.
Like all Lexus Genuine Accessories, these adapters meet Lexus’s standards for durability and quality and are the only adapter units that come with the assurance of Lexus warranty coverage.
To further complement the BEV ecosystem, Lexus recently introduced support for Apple Maps EV Routing via Apple CarPlay. Available for all 2023 and newer Lexus RZ models, Apple Maps can now access real-time vehicle information to efficiently navigate iPhone users to compatible chargers on the way to their destinations, taking into account factors like battery performance and elevation changes.
