Comparison
BMW i5 vs Lexus RZ
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW i5 295 mi vs 284 mi
Best value Lexus RZ $67,100 vs $43,175
Faster charging BMW i5 33 min vs 38 min
Weighted profile BMW i5 6.6 vs 3.4
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW i5
295 mi vs 284 mi
Value winner
Lexus RZ
$152/mi vs $227/mi
Charging winner
BMW i5
33 min vs 38 min
Efficiency winner
Lexus RZ
281 Wh/mi vs 322 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW i5
89 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i5 | Lexus RZ |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) | 300e (18 inch wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $67,100 | $43,175 |
| Range | 295 mi | 284 mi |
| Efficiency | 322 Wh/mi • 3.11 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 81.2 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 205 kW | 150 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 33 min | 38 min |
| Roadtrip score | 68.9 | 58.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 80 mi | 63 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 227 $/mi | 152 $/mi |
| Top speed | 120 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 4,409 lb | 1,653 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW i5 if you want the longer rated range (295 mi vs 284 mi).
- Choose BMW i5 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 38 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Lexus RZ looks better ($152/mi vs $227/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW i5 has the stronger weighted profile (6.6 vs 3.4).
BMW i56.6 Lexus RZ3.4 205 kW33 min 150 kW38 min
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