Verdict
At RM429,888, the Lexus RZ is RM68,912 cheaper and is the sharper Malaysian choice for drivers with dependable charging: its two motors make 308 hp and 435 Nm, hit 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, and its 71.4-kWh battery has a 440-km EV range with 150-kW DC charging. The RM498,800 Evoque answers with a 591-litre boot, 69 litres more than the Lexus, a space-saver spare and 216 km/h top speed. But Lexus adds a seventh airbag, surround-view camera, auto parking, unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and an eight-year battery warranty.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you need the larger 591-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seat split and a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Lexus RZ if you have dependable charging and want 308 hp, 435 Nm, 440 km of EV range and a RM68,912 saving.
Key differences
- Price: Evoque RM498,800; RZ RM429,888.
- Power and torque: Evoque 200 hp and 320 Nm; RZ 308 hp and 435 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Evoque 8.6 seconds; RZ 5.3 seconds.
- Top speed: Evoque 216 km/h; RZ 160 km/h.
- Boot space: Evoque 591 litres; RZ 522 litres.
- Warranty mileage: Evoque 5 years/150,000 km; RZ 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Range Rover Evoque
- 591-litre boot, versus 522 litres
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- Space-saver spare tyre
- RM68,912 higher purchase price
- Slower 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 5.3 seconds
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM335
RZ
- 308 hp and 435 Nm from two motors
- 440-km EV range with 150-kW DC charging
- Seven airbags, surround-view camera and auto parking
- 522-litre boot is 69 litres smaller
- 160 km/h top speed versus 216 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,800 | RM429,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 200 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 1,300 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.3 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 435 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 71.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 9HP | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 216 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,371 mm | 4,805 mm |
| Width | 1,996 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,649 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,125 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 67 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres✓ | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Zero | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 5137 Alloys | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 5137 Alloys | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power Lumbar | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 3 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on EV battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Range Rover Evoque & RZ for sale
Range Rover Evoque vs RZ FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque or Lexus RZ better?
The Lexus RZ is the better choice for performance, lower road tax and EV driving, with 308 hp, 5.3-second acceleration and 440 km of stated range. Choose the Evoque for its larger 591-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear bench and space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque costs RM68,912 more than the Lexus RZ.
How fast can the Lexus RZ charge?
The Lexus RZ supports up to 11 kW AC charging and 150 kW DC charging. Its 71.4-kWh battery is paired with a stated 440-km EV range.
