2027 Lexus RZ: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, 350e · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$47,495the advertised price
Drive away$53,378with fees and tax
Loan payment$825/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,357/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $53,378Insurance $18,449Charging $7,126Interest and lost return $22,174Maintenance and plates $13,077

$53,378 to drive away + $60,826 to run it for 6 years − $16,526 back at resale = $97,678, or $1,357 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$53,378
Running it, 6 yrs+$60,826
Back at resale−$16,526
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$47,495
Feesfreight $1,395 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,480
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,403
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,449
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$11,167
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$11,007
Maintenanceestimate
+$9,228
Charging13,500 mi a year at 125 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$7,126
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,123
California EV fee$121 a year
+$726
Resale after 6 years35% of MSRP, you get this back
−$16,526
True cost $97,678 ÷ 72 months$1,357 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV189.1 in long
Seats5
Cargo34.1 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance7.9 inhigh; good for snow and trails
Engine and fuel
Engine221–402 hp electric, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph4.6–7.1 sour estimate from power and weight
Energy use96–125 MPGeEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18" or 20"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
European crash test5 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2023, European version
Highway assistHands-free in traffic jamsunder about 25 mph · some trims or an option
Warranty4 yrspowertrain 6 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years35% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: 5 seats.
350e$47,495$53,378$97,678✓ $1,357/mo125 MPGe— No— No
350e Premium$49,970$56,075$100,717$1,399/mo125 MPGe✓ Yes— No
450e$50,995$57,193$103,470$1,437/mo109 MPGe— No✓ Yes
450e Premium$53,470$59,890$107,291$1,490/mo109 MPGe✓ Yes✓ Yes
450e Luxury$58,495$65,367$114,101$1,585/mo109 MPGe✓ Yes✓ Yes
550e F SPORT$58,770$65,666$115,211$1,600/mo96 MPGe✓ Yes✓ Yes
350e
✓ $1,357/mo
True cost
Sticker $47,495Drive-away $53,3786 yrs $97,678Fuel use 125 MPGeSunroof — NoAWD/4WD — No
350e Premium
$1,399/mo
True cost
Sticker $49,970Drive-away $56,0756 yrs $100,717Fuel use 125 MPGeSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
450e
$1,437/mo
True cost
Sticker $50,995Drive-away $57,1936 yrs $103,470Fuel use 109 MPGeSunroof — NoAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
450e Premium
$1,490/mo
True cost
Sticker $53,470Drive-away $59,8906 yrs $107,291Fuel use 109 MPGeSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
450e Luxury
$1,585/mo
True cost
Sticker $58,495Drive-away $65,3676 yrs $114,101Fuel use 109 MPGeSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
550e F SPORT
$1,600/mo
True cost
Sticker $58,770Drive-away $65,6666 yrs $115,211Fuel use 96 MPGeSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.
Feature
350e$47,495
350e Premium$49,970
450e$50,995
450e Premium$53,470
450e Luxury$58,495
550e F SPORT$58,770
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓
✓ from 450e Premium
Parking sensors
✓
✓ from 450e Premium
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Heated rear seats
✓ from 450e Luxury
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓
Head-up display
✓ from 450e Luxury
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from 450e
Sunroof
✓
✓ from 450e Premium
Panoramic roof
✓
✓ from 450e Premium
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingMassaging seatsRemote startTow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the 350e (41 items)
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • 10-way power-adjustable driver seats with lumbar support
  • Eight-way power-adjustable passenger seat
  • Heated NuLuxe-trimmed front seats
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Seating for five
  • Power adjustable tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Lexus Memory System for driver’sseat and steering wheel
  • Ambient Illumination with door trim Shadow Illumination
  • Front-door courtesy lights
  • Lexus 10-speaker Premium Sound System
  • Five USB ports
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Dual-voltage charging cable for 120V (Level 1) or 240V (Level 2) outlets
  • NACS charging port with CCS1 and J1772 adapter s
  • Plug & Charge capable
  • Bi-LED headlamps with automative on/off features
  • Intelligent High Beams and LED daytime running lamps (DRL)
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Backup camera washer
  • Power rear door
  • Illuminated front badge
  • 18-inch alloy wheels with Dark Gray and machined finish
  • Drive Mode Select with ECO, Normal, Sport, Range and Custom modes
  • Paddle shifters
  • Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
  • Digital Latch with Safe Exit Assist
  • Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • SmartAccess card key
  • Lexus app
  • Safety Connect with up to 5-year trial
  • Service Connect with up to 5-year trial
  • Remote Connect 5-year trial
  • Wi-Fi Connect with up to 30-day/3GB trial
  • Bluetooth and USB smartphone connectivity
  • SiriusXM 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription
  • Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant and Destination Assist 3-month-trial
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay integration
  • Wireless Android Auto compatibility
  • Lexus Interface with 14-inch touchscreen display

Recalls

3 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 RZ models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.

Quick answers
How much is a 2027 RZ in California?
$53,378 to drive away for the 350e, from a $47,495 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $825 loan payment, about $1,362 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,357 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.

Colors

Oxygen WhiteCloudburst GrayIridiumCaviarCopper CrestEtherWindCopper Crest and Black OnyxCloudburst Gray and Black Onyx[XCCLOUDBURST]Wind and Black OnyxIridium and Black Onyx

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US prices in US dollars from Lexus's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.