USA EV Comparison: VinFast VF 7 Plus vs Lexus 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 | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $45000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 268 mi | 311 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 227 mi | 264 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 79 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75.3 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 33.2 kWh/100 mi | 26.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.01 mi/kWh | 3.81 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6 | 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 | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 280 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 375 hp |
| Motor Torque | 369 lb-ft | 321 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6 s | 4.4 s |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 111.8 in | 189.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 85.3 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74.4 in | 74.6 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 64.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3307 lb, whereas the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4861 lb | 4630 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 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 | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 7.1 |
