Comparison
Lexus RZ vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 284 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Lexus RZ $43,175 vs $102,190
Faster charging Lexus RZ 38 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.9 vs 5.1
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 284 mi
Value winner
Lexus RZ
$152/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Lexus RZ
38 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Lexus RZ
281 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Lexus RZ | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | 300e (18 inch wheels) | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $43,175 | $102,190 |
| Range | 284 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 64 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 38 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 58.4 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 63 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 152 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 284 mi).
- Choose Lexus RZ if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 38 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Lexus RZ looks better ($152/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Overall this matchup is close on available data (score 4.9 vs 5.1).
Lexus RZ4.9 Rivian R1S5.1 150 kW38 min 496 kW49 min
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