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Lexus RZ vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Lotus Emeya?

Lexus RZ vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Lexus RZ

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

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  • significantly more power
  • barely more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RZ

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus RZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,620 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers barely more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 21 km more than the Lexus RZ.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 510 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Lexus RZ takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 447 Nm more.

RZ

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, Lexus RZ is clearly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers only slightly more boot space – 522 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya holds a decisive overall lead 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
-
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
450 - 545 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
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 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
Lotus
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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