This car is a sleeper and glad for it because I negotiated the price (with $10,000 trade in) to about 40% off sticker.
Chose the 300e Premium (18 in wheels) for the greatest range and its roominess (holds ten feet of 2x4s hatch to dash). Plus it's a Lexus and I knew the car company would not likely close up shop due to poor sales.
This car does not disappoint. The exterior styling is … literally a head turner. At least once a week someone stops me to ask about it. The pictures and video don't really capture the great styling details of this car. Luxury, safety, comfort, roominess and every detail was considered in its design and function.
Range mode (up to 64 mph) allows secondary battery to kick in and increase range. So when around town or in traffic I press the button. On my 200 mile-long trips there is really only about 40 miles I can travel without encountering traffic moving less than 65 mph, so this car works well for me. I haven't been able to get the exact range from 10% to 100% but I heard someone got about 282 miles. I seem to be getting closer to 230 or 250 miles even though this model is rated at 262 miles.
Fast charge on 240, so if you need a safety net to get to the destination a one or two hour charge gets you from 50% to 75% charged. Tesla-compatible OEM charger coming out late 2024 early 2025.
If you like to get in your car and drive from Ohio to Oklahoma, then an EV is probably not for you. But if you want a great EV SUV for a good price, all I can say is I love mine and I'm a car person.
The all glass roof on this model does not have a shade. So I crack the windows or park in the shade. Just about all features on this car are customizable, so there are two separate manuals to help. I still can't figure out how to lower the volume of the back-up the warning buzzer but will take it in to see if they can figure it out.
My first EV and for me it was absolutely the right choice. Everything I want and need in one stylish and functional car.