Verdict
For RM7,898 more, the Lexus RZ changes the brief completely: its twin motors produce 308 hp and 435 Nm, backed by a 71.4 kWh battery rated for 440 km and DC charging at up to 150 kW. It also has a much longer 2,850 mm wheelbase and a five-year vehicle warranty. The Audi Q5 Sportback answers with 268 hp, 400 Nm, a 68-litre petrol tank and a sharper 4,717 mm footprint, plus ventilated front seats and a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen system. Choose based on charging access, not badge alone.
Q5 Sportback
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if you want the lower entry price, petrol refuelling and ventilated front seats in a 4,717 mm-long SUV.
RZ
Pick the Lexus RZ if home or workplace charging is practical and you want 440 km EV range, 308 hp and five years of vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; Lexus RZ RM429,888.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 Sportback 268 hp and 400 Nm; Lexus RZ 308 hp and 435 Nm.
- Energy source: Audi Q5 Sportback uses a 1,984 cc petrol engine and 68-litre tank; Lexus RZ has a 71.4 kWh battery and two motors.
- Range and charging: Audi Q5 Sportback has no EV range or charging rating; Lexus RZ is rated at 440 km, 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
- Wheelbase and boot: Audi Q5 Sportback 2,528 mm and 515 litres; Lexus RZ 2,850 mm and 522 litres.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 Sportback has a two-year unlimited-mileage warranty; Lexus RZ has five years unlimited mileage plus an eight-year unlimited-mileage battery…
Q5 Sportback
- RM7,898 cheaper to buy.
- Ventilated front seats and 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 268 hp and 400 Nm trail the Lexus RZ's 308 hp and 435 Nm.
- Two-year vehicle warranty is three years shorter than the Lexus RZ's.
- 515-litre boot is 7 litres smaller.
RZ
- 308 hp, 435 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 440 km rated range with 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- Five-year vehicle warranty and eight-year EV battery warranty.
- Costs RM7,898 more.
- 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System has fewer speakers than the Audi's 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen setup.
- 60:40 rear-seat split is less flexible than the Audi's 40:20:40 arrangement.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM421,990✓ | RM429,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 268 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 4,805 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,125 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 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 on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | 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 System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 3 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 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 with Digital Key | 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 with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 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 Q5 Sportback & RZ for sale
Q5 Sportback vs RZ FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or Lexus RZ better?
The Lexus RZ is the better choice if you can charge regularly, with 308 hp, 435 Nm, 440 km range and longer warranty cover. Take the Audi Q5 Sportback for petrol refuelling convenience, ventilated seats and the lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RZ costs RM7,898 more than the Audi Q5 Sportback.
Can the Lexus RZ charge quickly?
Yes. The Lexus RZ supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 150 kW, while its 71.4 kWh battery delivers a quoted 440 km of range.
