USA EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 550e F Sport vs RZ 500e
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General Info
Both vehicles have been announced, but are not yet in production. Both cars are expected to be sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi | 311 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 238 mi | 264 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 29.1 kWh/100 mi | 26.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.43 mi/kWh | 3.81 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 280 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 375 hp |
| Motor Torque | - Motor Torque | 321 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 4.4 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) and Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 189.1 in | 189.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74.6 in | 74.6 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 64.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 3307 lb).
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4707 lb | 4630 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 34.1 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 51.2 ft3 | 51.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
