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Lexus RZ vs Kia EV4 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 35,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Kia EV4 Sedan?

Lexus RZ vs Kia EV4 Sedan: Key differences

Lexus RZ

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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Kia EV4 Sedan

  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • barely lighter
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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:

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

Kia EV4 Sedan is clearly cheaper – starting at 35,600 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,380 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Sedan is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the Lexus RZ. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV4 Sedan offers a bit more range – reaching up to 633 km, about 74 km more than the Lexus RZ.

EV4 Sedan

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 substantially 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 EV4 Sedan takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

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

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV4 Sedan is barely lighter – 1,815 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers marginally more boot space – 522 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries moderately more – 540 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is clearly superior 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
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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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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
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
35,600 - 43,700 £
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
14.3 - 14.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
456 - 633 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
1,815 - 1,914 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
441 - 455 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Kia
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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