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Lexus RZ vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Mazda CX-80?

Lexus RZ vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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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:

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.

Lexus RZ is marginally cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 386 £.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers clearly more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 499 km more than the Mazda CX-80.

CX-80

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RZ offers moderately more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mazda CX-80 takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers only slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 12 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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RZ is very slightly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 136 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers clearly more boot space – 522 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ 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 £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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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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Reviews Lexus RZ

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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Reviews Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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Good chunk of steel on steroids

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Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
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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