Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 300e vs BYD Seal U Design
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) has a starting price of €44990, while the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €44990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €41990 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 428 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 480 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 407 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 72.8 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 20.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 4.89 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) maxes out at 140 kW.
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) 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 | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) has more power, the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 266 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 9.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) and BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) are about the same size.
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4785 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2085 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1668 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2765 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) features a larger trunk, but the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BYD Seal U Design (2024-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | BYD Seal U Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1940 kg | 2147 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 552 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | 1440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 7.2 |
