Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 450e vs Cadillac Optiq V
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General Info
The Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €68000. Although the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €68000 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €49890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 354 km | 443 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 440 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 358 km | 421 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.59 km/kWh | 4.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 5 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 387 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 519 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 182 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.5 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2954 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lexus RZ 450e | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2070 kg | 2470 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 744 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | 1603 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 7 |
