Yahoo Autos Lexus reveals LF-ZC, LF-ZL concept EVs in Japan
TOKYO — Lexus is moving forward with its plans to completely electrify its lineup by 2035, previewing a production car with the reveal of two vehicles at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show. The LF-ZC, notably, previews a production vehicle due in 2026, while the LF-ZL represents what is possible from an electric Lexus flagship employing the brand’s next-gen EV architecture.
Lexus’ press conference focused on the production sneak-peek of the LF-ZC (which stands for Lexus Future Zero-emission Catalyst), without giving away too many details about the car’s mechanicals. It uses DIRECT4 all-wheel drive technology borrowed from the RZ, and Lexus hopes to achieve double the range of most of today’s EVs using next-generation prismatic batteries.
It features a sleek, minimalized exterior, with a low hood and cowl for improved visibility. The wheels are large, and the body is low-slung to help provide a low center of gravity.This concept features slim digital side cameras in lieu of traditional mirrors, helping to achieve Lexus’ target drag coefficient of about .20.
