Get a Picture of Life as a Lexus Owner with an Extended 48-Hour Test Drive
At Lexus of Marin, we're all about delivering the luxury you deserve. The Lexus Extended Test Drive is how we deliver on that promise. This is a unique opportunity to take an electric Lexus home for 48 hours, giving you a hands-on, immersive preview of the luxury EV lifestyle. Lexus has created a unique two-day test drive program, so Bay Area drivers can discover what amazing truly entails.
Take an Extended Test Drive with Your Bay Area Lexus Dealer
The finest models ever built can be found within the new Lexus lineup. The Lexus ownership experience is unrivaled in the industry. Getting acquainted with EV ownership can take time. With the Lexus Extended Test Drive program, you can see how Lexus sets the standard of amazing. Take up to two full days experiencing a new Lexus and everything the electric vehicle has to offer.
Enjoy a 48-hour elevated test drive experience with Lexus of Marin. Guests can contact our North Bay Lexus dealership in San Rafael to reserve a model for the Lexus Extended Test Drive. The test drive program is for Lexus EV models. We're a Bay Area Lexus dealer offering extended test drives on new electric vehicles, including the Lexus RZ and the all-electric Lexus ES sedan. Consider this two-day window a preview of owning and driving a Lexus electrified vehicle.
What an Extended Test Drive Offers
A Lexus Extended Test Drive serves as a personalized introduction to electric driving. Take an extended 48-hour test drive with the Lexus EV you desire. You'll get a brief walk-around orientation and receive helpful EV resources. In two days' time, you can experience the performance, comfort, and advanced technology of a Lexus electric vehicle in real-world conditions.
By spending additional time with a fully electric Lexus, you gain confidence and empowerment. The elevated test drive allows you to explore key model features and ask critical questions to a Lexus team member. We're a North Bay Lexus dealer delivering luxury to your door. We invite you to take a Lexus Extended Test Drive for a better feel of what life is like as an EV owner.
A 5-Star Test Drive Experience Awaits
Step 1 - Walk Through Key Vehicle Items with a Lexus Team Member
Confirm your electric vehicle is ready by contacting Lexus of Marin. A dedicated Lexus team member can discuss electric and charging applications during your Lexus Extended Test Drive. We'll make sure you're squared away on the following:
- The battery is fully charged
- Charging cable is present
- Two charging adapters are accessible
- A demonstration of opening and closing the charge door
- An introduction to the dual-voltage charging cable, with instructions on how to charge your Lexus at home during the 48-hour window and beyond
- A demonstration of the Lexus Memory System
- Accessing the rotary gear selector and activating Drive Mode Select
- Operating paddle shifters and tinkering with the regenerative braking force selector
- How to view charging functions on the Lexus Interface and Multi-Information Display
- How to analyze charging state and power meter
- How to use native navigation
- How to find Bay Area charging stations by saying, "Hey, Lexus…"
- Tutorial of the Lexus Interface
Step 2 - Enjoy All Your Lexus Has to Offer
Subscription services and essential features are activated for your Lexus Extended Test Drive. Use the following to see how they work with your North Bay driving routine:
- Drive Connect - Cloud-based navigation, real-time traffic updates, Destination Assist, Intelligent Assistant
- Safety Connect - Emergency assistance and enhanced roadside support
- Lexus Interface - Multimedia system that works with your smartphone for media, navigation, and vehicle settings
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ - Access your favorite apps
- Bluetooth® pairing - Hands-free calls
Step 3 - Take 48 Hours Enjoying Your Lexus with an Extended Test Drive
At Lexus of Marin, we believe test drives shouldn't feel rushed. With the Lexus Extended Test Drive, the experience doesn't have to be. Take your time to enjoy an electric Lexus. After 48 hours, bring the vehicle back to our Bay Area Lexus dealership in San Rafael. We're located just off the Redwood Hwy by San Rafael Bay.
Charging Basics for First-Time EV Buyers
- Level 1 Charging - Supplies 120 volts of AC current; takes 50 hours for a full charge; dual-voltage charging cable can be plugged into an ordinary 120-volt household outlet
- Level 2 Charging - Supplies double the voltage with 240 volts of AC current; approximately seven hours to reach a full charge; dual-voltage charging cable works with a wall charger or 240-volt outlet installation for at-home use; Level 2 chargers are also accessible at public charging stations in San Rafael and surrounding North Bay communities
- Level 3 Charging - DC fast charging (not allowed during the Extended Test Drive period with your Lexus BEV); supplies DC current between 400 and 800 volts; cuts charging time to 30 minutes or less; Level 3 DC fast chargers exclusively available at public charging stations
Lexus EV owners can conveniently charge their electric vehicle on the public charging networks, including IONNA, ChargePoint, EVgo, and the Tesla Supercharging Network.
Contact Us to Schedule Your Lexus Extended Test Drive
In due time, the full scope of Lexus EV benefits is revealed. Allow these advantages to come into focus over 48 hours during your Lexus Extended Test Drive. Take advantage of this unique test drive opportunity with Lexus of Marin. Contact us to schedule your electrifying Lexus Extended Test Drive.