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Nissan Ariya vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Lexus RZ?

Nissan Ariya vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
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Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus RZ is moderately cheaper – starting at 48,900 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,906 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 9.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers visibly more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 142 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

RZ

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 Nissan Ariya offers marginally more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers slightly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 538 Nm. That’s about 62 Nm more.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RZ is a bit lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers noticeably more boot space – 522 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries visibly more – 540 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is decisively 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 £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
Nissan Ariya
Lexus RZ

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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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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Nissan Ariya
Lexus RZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
363 kg
Payload
505 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Lexus
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