Comparison

Lexus RZ vs Tesla Model S

Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.

Best range Tesla Model S 284 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Lexus RZ $43,175 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 38 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 1.5 vs 8.5

Category winners

5 available
Range winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 284 mi
Value winner
Lexus RZ
$152/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 38 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 281 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index

Side-by-side comparison

Primary trims
Spec Lexus RZ Tesla Model S
Trim used 300e (18 inch wheels) Model S
MSRP (USD) $43,175 $86,630
Range 284 mi 410 mi
Efficiency 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh
Battery (usable) 64 kWh 96 kWh
Seats 5 5
Drivetrain FWD AWD
Body type SUV Sedan
DC max 150 kW 250 kW
AC max 11 kW 11 kW
10–80% (DC) 38 min 31 min
Roadtrip score 58.4 88.7
Miles added (15 min est.) 63 mi 120 mi
USD per mile of range 152 $/mi 211 $/mi
Top speed 99 mph 155 mph
Cargo 18 cu ft 25 cu ft
Tow rating 1,653 lb 3,527 lb

Who should choose which?

  • Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 284 mi).
  • Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 38 min).
  • For “range per dollar”, Lexus RZ looks better ($152/mi vs $211/mi).

Weighted verdict

Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).

Lexus RZ1.5 Tesla Model S8.5 150 kW38 min 250 kW31 min

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