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Lexus RZ vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or NIO EL7?

Lexus RZ vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Lexus RZ

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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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 visibly cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,400 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 7.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers moderately more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 58 km more than the NIO EL7.

EL7

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 NIO EL7 offers noticeably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Lexus RZ takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 312 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 visibly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers barely more boot space – 570 L compared to 522 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries moderately more – 540 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is narrowly ahead 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 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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The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 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
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
-
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
449 - 469 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
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
480 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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