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Lexus RZ vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RZ or Suzuki Jimny?

Lexus RZ vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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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:

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

Suzuki Jimny is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,665 £.

Jimny

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 102 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RZ delivers clearly more torque with 538 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 408 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.

Seats: Lexus RZ offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 830 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries clearly more – 540 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ stands well ahead of its rival 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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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Reviews Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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brunella
29 Jun 2026, 05:20:23

Powerful traction, lightness, compact size for steep, narrow and challenging mountain dirt tracks.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
522 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
505 - 540 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Suzuki
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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