Global EV Comparison: Peugeot e-408 58 kWh vs Lexus RZ 350e
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General Info
The Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €44600. Although the Lexus RZ 350e (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 | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €44600 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…).
| Property | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 453 km | 575 km |
| Range (GCC) | 385 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 58.2 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 14.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.21 km/kWh | 7.06 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 9.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) has more power, the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 157 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 211 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 266 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…).
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4687 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2062 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1859 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1478 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2787 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 350e (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Peugeot e-408 58 kWh (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Peugeot e-408 58 kWh | Lexus RZ 350e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1804 kg | 1995 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 471 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1545 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 7.1 |
