Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 500e vs Kia EV9 Long Range AWD
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General Info
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €76490. 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 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | South Korea, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €76490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €69990 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) 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 | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 455 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 500 km | 512 km |
| Range (GCC) | 425 km | 441 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 99.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 21.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.13 km/kWh | 4.59 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6.1 |
Charging
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 210 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 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 10.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 210 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) has more power, the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 280 kW | 283 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 375 hp | 380 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 5010 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2300 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…), but the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV9 Long Range AWD (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Kia EV9 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2100 kg | 2664 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 333 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | 2393 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 52 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 9 |
