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Kia EV3 vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Lexus RZ?

Kia EV3 vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter

Lexus RZ

4.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia EV3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,094 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is barely more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 46 km more than the Lexus RZ.

RZ

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RZ offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RZ delivers substantially more torque with 538 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

EV3

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, Kia EV3 is somewhat lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries moderately more – 540 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is decisively ahead 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
Kia EV3
Lexus RZ

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.

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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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Kia EV3
Lexus RZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lexus
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