Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh vs Lexus RZ 300e
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €46000, while the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €46000 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 505 km | 428 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 568 km | 480 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 407 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 72.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.09 km/kWh | 6.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.2 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 165 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 221 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 269 Nm | 266 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) 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 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 750 kg).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD 73 kWh | Lexus RZ 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2025 kg | 1940 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
