DS 8 AWD Long Range vs Lexus RZ 500e

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General Info

While the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Years of Production 2025-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Announced
Country of Manufacture Italy Japan
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU, USA
GCC Score 7.3 7

Range and Efficiency

While the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Range (WLTP) 426 mi 311 mi
Range (GCC) 362 mi 264 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 101 kWh 77 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 97.2 kWh 69.3 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 26.9 kWh/100 mi 26.3 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.72 mi/kWh 3.81 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.3 7.7

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.

The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 22 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 200 kW 150 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 7.2 7.8

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 276 kW 280 kW
Motor Power (hp) 370 hp 375 hp
Motor Torque 377 lb-ft 321 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.2 s 4.4 s
Top Speed 118 mph 99 mph
Performance Score 5.2 4.8

Dimensions

The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Length 190.3 in 189.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 82.6 in - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 75.6 in 74.6 in
Height 62 in 64.4 in
Wheelbase 114.4 in 112.2 in

Cargo and Towing

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).

Property DS 8 AWD Long Range Lexus RZ 500e
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 5046 lb 4630 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 21.9 ft3 34.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) - Cargo Volume (Max) 51.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 3527 lb 3307 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 6.7 7.1
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