Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 to the Lexus RZ’s RM429,888, a RM36,102 step up that buys a 114 kWh battery, 582 km range and 22 kW AC charging against 71.4 kWh, 440 km and 11 kW. It is also the roomier SUV, with a 2,928 mm wheelbase and 569-litre boot. The RZ counters with a quicker 5.3-second century sprint, lower RM335 annual road tax and a five-year vehicle warranty. For Malaysian long-distance use, the Audi’s range margin matters more than the Lexus’ 0.3-second acceleration advantage.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you need 582 km of range, a 569-litre boot and adaptive air suspension for longer family journeys.
RZ
Pick the Lexus RZ if you want to spend RM36,102 less, pay RM210 less annual road tax and get adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Lexus RZ RM429,888.
- Battery and range: Audi Q8 e-tron 114 kWh and 582 km; Lexus RZ 71.4 kWh and 440 km.
- Motor output: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp and 664 Nm; Lexus RZ 308 hp and 435 Nm.
- Charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; Lexus RZ 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
- Performance: Audi Q8 e-tron 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and 200 km/h; Lexus RZ 5.3 seconds and 160 km/h.
- Warranty: Audi Q8 e-tron two years with an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty; Lexus RZ five years with an 8-year unlimited-mileage EV battery warranty.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km EV range from a 114 kWh battery.
- 569-litre boot and 2,928 mm wheelbase.
- Adaptive air suspension and 22 kW AC charging.
- RM36,102 more expensive than the Lexus RZ.
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the RZ’s 5.3 seconds.
- Two-year vehicle warranty versus five years.
RZ
- RM36,102 lower purchase price and RM335 annual road tax.
- Quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go.
- 440 km range falls 142 km short of the Audi’s 582 km.
- 71.4 kWh battery and 11 kW AC charging trail the Audi’s 114 kWh and 22 kW.
- 522-litre boot is 47 litres smaller than the Audi’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM429,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp✓ | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 435 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 71.4 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km✓ | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW✓ | 150 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,805 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,125 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket 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 |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi 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 | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive 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, 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/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
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Q8 e-tron vs RZ FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Lexus RZ better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for range, boot space and AC charging, while the Lexus RZ is the stronger choice for lower outlay, faster acceleration and its longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM36,102 more than the Lexus RZ.
Which has the longer EV range?
The Audi Q8 e-tron, at 582 km, goes 142 km farther than the Lexus RZ’s 440 km on the stated figures.