Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 500e vs Audi Q6 e-tron S
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General Info
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €93800. Although the Lexus RZ 500e (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 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €93800 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €85970 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 443 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 500 km | 598 km |
| Range (GCC) | 425 km | 479 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 94.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 19.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.13 km/kWh | 5.05 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 7.2 |
Charging
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 8.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 280 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 375 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 885 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4771 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2193 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1965 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2889 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…), but the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Audi Q6 e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2100 kg | 2425 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 526 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | 1517 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 64 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 7.8 |
