Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 500e vs DS 8 AWD Long Range
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General Info
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €75000. 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 | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Italy |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €75000 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 500 km | 686 km |
| Range (GCC) | 425 km | 583 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 101 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 97.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.13 km/kWh | 6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 9.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 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 DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 280 kW | 276 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 375 hp | 370 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 511 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4834 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2905 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2100 kg | 2289 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 6.7 |
