Comparison
Lexus RZ vs Tesla Model 3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 284 mi vs 363 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $43,175 vs $42,490
Faster charging Tesla Model 3 38 min vs 36 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 0 vs 10
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 284 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $152/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model 3
36 min vs 38 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 281 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model 3
82 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Lexus RZ | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | 300e (18 inch wheels) | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $43,175 | $42,490 |
| Range | 284 mi | 363 mi |
| Efficiency | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 64 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 150 kW | 208 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 38 min | 36 min |
| Roadtrip score | 58.4 | 79.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 63 mi | 97 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 152 $/mi | 117 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 21 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 284 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 36 min vs 38 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $152/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (10 vs 0).
Lexus RZ0 Tesla Model 310 150 kW38 min 208 kW36 min
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