USA EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh vs Lexus RZ 350e
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General Info
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $42000. The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $42000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 314 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 353 mi | 357 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 304 mi | 304 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 22.7 kWh/100 mi | 22.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.41 mi/kWh | 4.39 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.1 | 9.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 165 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 221 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 198 lb-ft | 196 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.1 s | 7.2 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in | 189.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 74.6 in |
| Height | 65 in | 64.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1653 lb, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4156 lb | 4398 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 27.7 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 51.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
