Global EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 500e vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW
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General Info
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of . 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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €53980 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 438 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 500 km | 507 km |
| Range (GCC) | 425 km | 432 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.13 km/kWh | 4.97 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) has more power, the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 280 kW | 290 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 375 hp | 389 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…).
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4805 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1895 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) 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).
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1500 kg).
| Property | Lexus RZ 500e | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2100 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 522 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1451 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 6.8 |
