Verdict
The Lexus RX costs RM468,888 against RM699,000 for the Porsche Cayenne Electric, a RM230,112 saving that matters even at this end of the Malaysian market. The Porsche is the faster, roomier machine: its two motors make 436 hp and 835 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 4.8 seconds, while its 781-litre boot and 3,023-mm wheelbase beat the Lexus. But the RX brings a detailed cabin and safety specification, including ventilated rear seats, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise with stop-and-go. Choose the Porsche only if 642-km EV range and 390-kW DC charging fit your routine.
Pick the Lexus RX if you want to save RM230,112 while getting a comprehensively specified petrol executive SUV with a 612-litre boot.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Electric if you want 436 hp, 835 Nm, a 4.8-second century sprint and 642 km of claimed EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RX RM468,888; Porsche Cayenne Electric RM699,000.
- Power and torque: Lexus RX 275 hp and 430 Nm; Porsche Cayenne Electric 436 hp and 835 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus RX 7.6 seconds; Porsche Cayenne Electric 4.8 seconds.
- Boot space: Lexus RX 612 litres; Porsche Cayenne Electric 781 litres.
- Wheelbase: Lexus RX 2,850 mm; Porsche Cayenne Electric 3,023 mm.
- Road tax: Lexus RX RM754 per year; Porsche Cayenne Electric RM665 per year.
RX
- RM230,112 less expensive.
- Ventilated front and rear seats, plus 40:20:40 power-folding rear seats.
- 360-degree camera with 3D function and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.8 seconds behind the Porsche.
- 612-litre boot is 169 litres smaller.
- 275 hp and 430 Nm trail the Porsche's 436 hp and 835 Nm.
Cayenne Electric
- 436 hp, 835 Nm and 4.8-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 113-kWh battery, 642-km EV range and up to 390-kW DC charging.
- 781-litre boot and 3,023-mm wheelbase.
- Costs RM230,112 more than the Lexus RX.
- At 4,985 mm long and 1,980 mm wide, it is larger than the 4,890-mm by 1,920-mm Lexus.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM468,888✓ | RM699,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754 | RM665✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,393 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 275 hp | — |
| Torque | 430 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 436 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 835 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 113 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 642 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 390 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,890 mm | 4,985 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,674 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,023 mm |
| Weight | 1,914 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 612 litres | 781 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R21 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R21 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Slovakia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Air Suspension with PASM |
| Front Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish | — |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | — |
| Rear Seats | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | — |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System | 14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | — |
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.
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RX vs Cayenne Electric FAQ
Is the Lexus RX or Porsche Cayenne Electric better?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric is better for outright performance, EV range and luggage capacity, with 436 hp, 642 km and a 781-litre boot. The Lexus RX is the better choice for lower purchase cost and its extensive listed comfort and driver-assistance equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric costs RM230,112 more than the Lexus RX.
Which is quicker, the Lexus RX or Porsche Cayenne Electric?
The Porsche Cayenne Electric is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds versus 7.6 seconds for the Lexus RX. Its 436 hp and 835 Nm also exceed the Lexus's 275 hp and 430 Nm.
