Global EV Comparison: Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW vs Lexus RZ 500e
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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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €53980 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 438 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 507 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 432 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 91 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.97 km/kWh | 6.13 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.8 |
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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | EESM (front), EESM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 290 kW | 280 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 389 hp | 375 hp |
| Motor Torque | 600 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 4.8 |
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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2850 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 | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2259 kg | 2100 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 408 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1280 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 7.1 |
