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Lexus RZ vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Audi Q4 e-tron?

Lexus RZ vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more electric range
  • barely more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,228 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi Q4 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers marginally more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 33 km more than the Lexus RZ.

Q4 e-tron

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 moderately 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 noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers visibly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm more.

RZ

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 very slightly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers barely more boot space – 535 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries very slightly more – 540 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is narrowly 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
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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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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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A more attractive vehicle inside and out, with German reliability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
505 - 515 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the Lexus RZ?

The Lexus RZ is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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