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CUPRA Tavascan vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Lexus RZ?

CUPRA Tavascan vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • marginally more trunk space
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Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Tavascan is moderately cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,171 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Tavascan. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 2 km more than the CUPRA Tavascan.

RZ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RZ offers somewhat more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers marginally more torque with 545 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 7 Nm more.

Tavascan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RZ is only slightly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries barely more – 540 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is clearly ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,900
RZ

Lexus RZ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 227 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 559 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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Lexus RZ

The Lexus RZ brings Lexus' trademark quiet luxury to the electric SUV world, wrapping poised handling and a plush, well-crafted cabin in a calm, composed package. It won't shout about raw figures — instead it trades headline numbers for smooth power delivery, fuss-free tech and an effortless refinement that will suit buyers who want electric convenience without losing the luxury experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
507 - 518 kg
Payload
505 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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