Global EV Comparison: Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro vs Lexus RZ 500e
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General Info
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €87300. 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 | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €87300 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €62890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 459 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 582 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 455 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 106 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.3 kWh/100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.29 km/kWh | 6.13 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 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 Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has more power, the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 280 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 375 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.6 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4915 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1937 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1633 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) 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 Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…), but the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2585 kg | 2100 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 569 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1637 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 62 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 7.1 |
