Comparison
Lexus RZ vs Nissan Ariya
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Nissan Ariya 284 mi vs 289 mi
Best value Lexus RZ $43,175 vs $44,370
Faster charging Nissan Ariya 38 min vs 35 min
Weighted profile Nissan Ariya 3.7 vs 6.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Nissan Ariya
289 mi vs 284 mi
Value winner
Lexus RZ
$152/mi vs $154/mi
Charging winner
Nissan Ariya
35 min vs 38 min
Efficiency winner
Lexus RZ
281 Wh/mi vs 344 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Lexus RZ
76.3 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Lexus RZ | Nissan Ariya |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | 300e (18 inch wheels) | EVOLVE+ FWD 87kWh |
| MSRP (USD) | $43,175 | $44,370 |
| Range | 284 mi | 289 mi |
| Efficiency | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh | 344 Wh/mi • 2.91 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 64 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 178 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 7 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 38 min | 35 min |
| Roadtrip score | 58.4 | 65.5 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 63 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 152 $/mi | 154 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 17 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 1,653 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Nissan Ariya if you want the longer rated range (289 mi vs 284 mi).
- Choose Nissan Ariya if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 35 min vs 38 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Lexus RZ looks better ($152/mi vs $154/mi).
Weighted verdict
Nissan Ariya has the stronger weighted profile (6.3 vs 3.7).
Lexus RZ3.7 Nissan Ariya6.3 150 kW38 min 178 kW35 min
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