Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 300e vs UX 300e
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General Info
While the Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €29990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2020-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €29990 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023).
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 428 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 480 km | 315 km |
| Range (GCC) | 407 km | 281 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 72.8 kWh | 54.3 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 45 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.36 km/kWh | 6.24 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6 |
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 Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) maxes out at 50 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 5 | 3.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 266 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4495 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2080 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 300e (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lexus RZ 300e | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1940 kg | 1785 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 5.6 |
