USA EV Comparison: Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC vs Lexus RZ 550e F Sport
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General Info
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production. The Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 340 mi | 280 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 273 mi | 238 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90.6 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 33.2 kWh/100 mi | 29.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.01 mi/kWh | 3.43 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 633 lb-ft | - Motor Torque |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…).
The Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 191.5 in | 189.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 84.3 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 76.4 in | 74.6 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 64.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQE SUV 500 4MATIC | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | - Curb Weight | 4707 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18.4 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 59.2 ft3 | 51.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 lb | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.1 |
