The UX 300e was Lexus' shy effort to hop on the EV bandwagon, but Toyota's luxury division is now determined to fully embrace electrification. Meet the LF-Z Electrified, a zero-emissions concept car that paves the way for an array of more eco-friendly production models due to be launched by 2025. The goal is to introduce 20 cars with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and purely electric propulsion by the middle of the decade.

The LF-Z Electrified signals the styling, performance, and tech that will be available in four years' time. The concept takes the shape of a low-slung SUV with a fastback-esque roofline and a central fin that bisects the rear glass. You’ve heard about the spindle grille, but Lexus says the new showcar features a spindle body with prominent character lines and slim LED lights at the front and rear.

Gallery: Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept

Being a concept, it has typically oversized wheels and side cameras instead of conventional mirrors. As seen already on some high-end EVs, the LF-Z Electrified ditches traditional door handles for electronic handles that pop out only when you need them. These can be opened by touching a sensor mounted inside the handle, and won’t fully open if the vehicle’s sensors detect incoming cars.

We're particularly fond of the massive glass roof, which is of the electrochromic variety, meaning it can go from opaque to transparent depending on whether you want privacy or more illumination. The avant-garde interior seats four in a minimalist cabin where the number of conventional controls has been reduced to the minimum.

Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept
Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept

Lexus doesn't go in-depth regarding the technical specifications, only saying the LCF-Z Electrified rides on a dedicated electric car platform and uses the Direct4 drivetrain. It consists of "high-output" dual electric motors enabling an all-wheel-drive layout, with the possibility to switch to rear- or front-wheel drive as needed.

We also know the concept boasts steer-by-wire technology, meaning there’s not a mechanical connection through the steering shaft, which should improve steering response.