Verdict
At RM429,888, the Lexus RZ saves a Malaysian buyer RM145,112, gets all-wheel drive and is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 5.3 seconds. The Porsche Macan Electric justifies much of its RM575,000 asking with 355 hp, a 100 kWh battery, 641 km of range and 270 kW DC charging, against the Lexus’s 308 hp, 71.4 kWh, 440 km and 150 kW. Both take 11 kW AC charging. Choose the Lexus for the lower entry cost and unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty; take the Porsche if long-distance EV use matters more.
Pick the Lexus RZ if you want to save RM145,112, prefer all-wheel drive and value its 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if you need its 641 km range, 270 kW DC charging and stronger 355 hp motor.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RZ RM429,888; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- Motor output: Lexus RZ 308 hp and 435 Nm; Porsche Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm.
- EV range: Lexus RZ 440 km; Porsche Macan Electric 641 km.
- DC charging: Lexus RZ 150 kW; Porsche Macan Electric 270 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus RZ 5.3 seconds; Porsche Macan Electric 5.7 seconds.
- Airbags: Lexus RZ seven; Porsche Macan Electric nine.
RZ
- RM145,112 lower purchase price.
- All-wheel drive and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty.
- 440 km range trails the Porsche’s 641 km.
- 150 kW DC charging is 120 kW below the Porsche’s 270 kW.
- Has 308 hp and 435 Nm versus 355 hp and 563 Nm.
Macan Electric
- 641 km EV range from a 100 kWh battery.
- 270 kW DC charging and 355 hp with 563 Nm.
- Nine airbags, 540 litres of boot space and an eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty.
- Costs RM145,112 more than the Lexus.
- Its 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.4 seconds slower.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than the Lexus’s all-wheel drive.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM429,888✓ | RM575,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM455 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 355 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 563 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 71.4 kWh | 100 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 440 km | 641 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 270 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 220 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,805 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 2,125 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 522 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual 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 Passenger Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on EV battery | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 RZ & Macan Electric for sale
RZ vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Lexus RZ or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The Porsche Macan Electric is better for range, DC charging, motor output and boot space. The Lexus RZ is the better buy for lower upfront cost, all-wheel drive and quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM145,112 more than the Lexus RZ, at RM575,000 versus RM429,888.
Which EV charges faster?
The Porsche Macan Electric charges faster on DC power at 270 kW, compared with 150 kW for the Lexus RZ. Both are rated for 11 kW AC charging.
