Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD vs Lexus RZ 450e
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…) has a starting price of €68000, while the Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €68000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €49890 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…).
| Property | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 455 km | 354 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 358 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 71.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.08 km/kWh | 5.59 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) 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 | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 224 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 300 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 481 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Lexus RZ 450e (2022-…).
The Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4883 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2197 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1982 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1651 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3094 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...) 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-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD (2023-...).
| Property | Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD | Lexus RZ 450e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2421 kg | 2070 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 722 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1674 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 680 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.1 |
