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Lexus RZ vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or NIO EL6?

Lexus RZ vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
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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

RZ

Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO EL6 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,085 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers marginally more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 30 km more than the NIO EL6.

EL6

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 NIO EL6 offers moderately more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly 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 a bit lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 220 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries a bit more – 540 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ has only a minor advantage 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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Reviews Lexus RZ

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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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Lexus RZ
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
-
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
NIO
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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