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Lexus RZ vs Genesis G80 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 370 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Genesis G80?

Lexus RZ vs Genesis G80: Key differences

Lexus RZ

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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Genesis G80

  • barely more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus RZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,343 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.1 kWh/100km for the Genesis G80. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers barely more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 11 km more than the Lexus RZ.

G80

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 very slightly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 370 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Genesis G80 takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm more.

RZ

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RZ is noticeably lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers noticeably more boot space – 522 L compared to 354 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries very slightly more – 540 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ stands well ahead of its rival 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

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Genesis G80

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Genesis G80

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
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
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
570 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,410 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
354 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
490 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
370 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
272 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Genesis
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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