Electric and hybrid driving with Lexus

Lexus offers a variety of hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Their lineup includes the compact hybrid SUV Lexus LBX, along with the Lexus UX Self-Charging Hybrid​, Lexus​NX Self-Charging Hybrid​, Lexus NX Plug-In Hybrid​, Lexus RX Self-Charging Hybrid, Lexus RX Plug-In Hybrid, and Lexus RX Performance Hybrid. With such a wide selection available, you can easily find the Lexus hybrid car that best suits your needs.​

Lexus' electric range includes the New All-Electric Lexus RZ​ with a range of up to 346 miles and the All-New All-Electric Lexus ES​, which is set to redefine the boundaries of the premium executive saloon segment.

The Lexus hybrid range is varied and impressive, so choosing the best option depends on your needs. Chat to a member of our team for help selecting the best Lexus hybrid for you.

Plug-in hybrid vehicles can only run solely on electric power when the battery has been charged and will switch to hybrid technology when the battery is depleted. However, hybrid vehicles switch between electric energy and the contribution of petrol and electric energy at the same time.​

A PHEV vehicle is short for A Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. They are also known as Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. They have petrol engines and have rechargeable electric batteries.

The battery in a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is significantly larger than that found in a standard hybrid vehicle. This larger battery capacity enables drivers to cover greater distances in electric vehicle (EV) mode, effectively eliminating tailpipe emissions during these journeys. In EV mode, the vehicle operates solely on electric power, making it an environmentally friendly choice for shorter trips. However, once the battery charge begins to dwindle, the plug-in hybrid seamlessly transitions to using a combination of petrol and electric energy, ensuring that you can continue your travels without interruption. This hybrid approach provides both the efficiency of electric driving and the reliability of traditional fuel, striking a balance between sustainability and convenience.

The charging speed of your Lexus car depends on the type of charger you use, as well as your current charge level and your target charge level. Generally, you can expect to charge from 0% to 80% in just over 30 minutes when using rapid chargers, while slower chargers may take a few hours to achieve the same level of charge.​

'Range' is the name of the distance an electric or hybrid car can travel before it needs to be charged. The New All-Electric Lexus RZ range is up to 346 miles. However, a number of factors can impact a car's range, such as the driving style, traffic conditions and outside temperatures.

There are multiple ways to charge an electric or hybrid vehicle. An easy and convenient option is a typical wall plug that you find at home or at work. However, this is the slowest option, so it isn't recommended for long-term use. Other options are installing a home wall box or visiting public charging stations, which are found at supermarkets, service stations, gyms and more.

Lexus HomeCharge is a smart EV home charger that connects with your Lexus and Lexus Link+ App, making charging your car easy and convenient.​

Lexus HomeCharge operates with any UK energy supplier, but currently can't support intelligent EV energy tariffs like OVO Charge Anytime and Octopus Intelligent Energy. It's best to check with your energy supplier before installing Lexus HomeCharge for their advice.​

Lexus HomeCharge works with any battery electric or Plug-In Hybrid car with a standard Type 2 charging port. You may see different Lexus Link+ App features depending on your Lexus model, and the Lexus Link+ App is not compatible with non-Lexus cars.​

There are over 82,000 public EV chargers across the UK. You will find public chargers at service stations, carparks, hotels and more, making charging your Lexus easy and convenient.

By joining the Lexus Public Charging Network and connecting it to the Lexus Link+, you can easily access charging stations across the UK, so you can plan your route efficiently.

All Lexus electric and plug-in hybrid cars come with a 3-pin AC charging cable for standard UK home sockets and a Mode 3 AC charging cable, which you can use for faster chargers at home or public fast chargers.

All rapid charging points have a cable attached to them, so they don't require extra equipment.

An electric car gets power from electricity and only uses a rechargeable battery to drive an electric motor to power its wheels. It requires being plugged into an external power port to recharge its batteries.​

Lexus hybrid and plug-in hybrid models are automatic, while the all-electric cars are very much like automatic vehicles. Electric cars have a single gear, meaning there’s no need to change up or down as you drive.