Lexus EVs

At Lexus of Manhattan, we are thrilled to get more Big Apple drivers behind the wheel of an electric vehicle. While drivers around the world can benefit from driving EVs, we know that New York City is especially ready for fewer gas-guzzling vehicles on the road. We love living in this vibrant city ourselves, but we know everyone would enjoy it even more with fewer fumes in the air and without the smell of gasoline getting in the way of the delicious scent of street dogs. We carry all of the most exciting Lexus EVs and can't wait to show you how the brand blends luxury, performance, and efficiency. Our team is highly knowledgeable on every Lexus model and would love to help you determine the best one for your life in Manhattan.

Lexus is a celebrated luxury brand that builds stunning vehicles perfect for driving around Manhattan. With premium interiors, Lexus models make being stuck on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway a little more tolerable. With SUVs and sedans of many sizes, Lexus has a model for everyone, and the brand is constantly expanding its selection of electrified vehicles. We offer the full Lexus lineup and have a friendly, professional team here in Manhattan that understands the unique needs of drivers in the city that never sleeps. Visit us today and find your perfect Lexus for Manhattan life.

What Is a Battery Electric Vehicle?

A Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) doesn't use any gasoline to keep moving. Pop the hood of a BEV, and you won't find your usual engine. In fact, you might find nothing at all, as many BEV manufacturers turn this space into an extra trunk. The battery sits beneath the vehicle in most models, creating a more spacious cabin.

You can charge the battery in two ways: either by plugging it in at a charging station or through regenerative braking. Regenerative braking captures energy from your brakes and sends it to the battery. That's one reason BEVs are ideal for Manhattan, where constant braking is a way of life. Instead of resenting every moment you're in stop-and-go traffic, just know that you're actually recharging your battery while gas-vehicle drivers are just wasting fuel.

You can charge your BEV at home or at public charging stations. There are several types of chargers, including Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Chargers. Level 2 chargers are most common for home charging and plug into 240-volt outlets. They can get you a full charge overnight, which adds to the convenience of BEV models. However, a DC fast charger can replenish the battery in a matter of minutes. Level 1 charging is the slowest option but uses a standard 120-volt outlet that you can find anywhere.

Lexus makes a beautiful BEV midsize SUV known as the RZ. With striking body lines, a spacious cabin, and all-wheel drive, it's the perfect blend of style and function that's needed in Manhattan. The all-wheel drive system can tackle rain and snow in the winter, and the cabin provides comfortable seating for five, making it ideal for small families living in the big city. While many BEV models are known for their minimalist aesthetic, Lexus made sure to include all the traditional luxury buyers are looking for in the Lexus RZ.

What Is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle?

A Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) relies on both a battery and a gas engine. This gives HEV drivers the power to go on longer road trips when necessary. You don't have to wait to charge when you want to take a trip out to the Catskills or Atlantic City. In fact, unlike with BEVs, you don't plug in the battery to charge it at all. Recharging the battery happens solely through regenerative braking. Drivers who need to tackle long stretches of highway might not utilize the battery power in an HEV as effectively. However, Manhattan drivers who spend most of their time in stop-and-go traffic will find that they're able to charge that battery often.

Lexus makes hybrid models in several body styles. In fact, it is the world leader in the luxury hybrid space, building on Toyota's pioneering hybrid drive technology. Lexus offers hybrid versions of its ES midsize sedan, LS full-size sedan, and LC sports car. If you are looking for something larger, check out its hybrid SUV lineup, consisting of the subcompact UX, compact NX, midsize RX, and three-row TX. There are even a few different Lexus hybrid powertrains for some of these models, letting you dial in the exact level of performance you desire. With so many choices, it may be easier to list the Lexus models that don't come with a hybrid option.

What Is a Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle?

A Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) offers the versatility of a gas engine and a chargeable battery. You can use gasoline when the battery is low or rely solely on the battery when you have a full charge. Since driving in electric mode doesn't typically offer the same range that a gas engine does, a PHEV gives drivers the versatility to take long freeway trips when they want to, while providing zero-emission driving over shorter distances.

Many drivers like that a PHEV gives them options. When there's a long line for the charging station, you can skip it and top off with some gasoline to get you to your next appointment. Then just plug in when you get home. Alternatively, when gas prices skyrocket, you can plan some extra time to charge at home each night so that you aren't stuck paying an arm and a leg for fuel.

You can plug your PHEV into many of the same chargers you would a BEV, so you don't have to rely on regenerative braking to charge your battery. However, your battery can also capture power this way. Lexus offers several PHEV models for drivers with various passenger and cargo needs who want the ability to run on gas or battery. The Lexus NX 450h+ and RX 450h+ are two-row SUVs, while the TX 550h+ is a three-row SUV. One feature that they all have in common is more power than traditional HEV models.

Visit Us Today to Find Your Luxury EV

We'd love to show you all of Lexus' terrific EV models. We believe that EVs are the ideal vehicles for Manhattan. The Big Apple has many outstanding attributes, but its congestion and resulting fumes aren't part of that. We'd love to put more EV models on the road to help make Manhattan's air a little cleaner. Our team is well-versed in every Lexus model and can help you determine which one is right for your needs. With electrified SUVs, sedans, and sports cars, there is a lot to choose from.

Lexus has committed a lot of its resources and creativity to making more vehicles that don't rely on gas. The brand recognizes that the world is heading away from gas-engine cars. Driving an EV is one way that consumers can do their part in reducing pollution. We know that Manhattan would be even more wonderful than it already is with cleaner air, and we'd like to help make that happen with the Lexus lineup of BEV, HEV, and PHEV models.

We are always bringing in more models and would love to show you how this brand has built up such an incredible reputation for luxury and innovation. Contact us at Lexus of Manhattan today and find your next great vehicle for Manhattan living!