SavageGeese gave the 2023 Lexus RZ450e a decidedly negative review with a score of 34/100, viewing it primarily as a marketing vehicle rather than a serious purchase. The vehicle excels in reliability—Toyota's cooled and heated battery system promises minimal degradation—and livability, with soft cabin materials and excellent sound deadening creating a comfortable interior despite reduced storage. However, the RZ450e suffers from poor value at over $50,000 for dated 400-volt architecture, mediocre range (196 miles dropping to 160 with HVAC), generic jelly-bean styling that copies the Tesla Model Y, and an infotainment system that wastes screen real estate on unoptimized EV menus. This vehicle is essentially a showroom curiosity for those curious about Lexus's EV direction, not a practical purchase for anyone seeking a compelling electric car.