Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Lexus RZ costs RM429,888 to the Range Rover Evoque’s RM498,800, and its RM68,912 advantage also brings 308 hp, 435 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time. The Evoque answers with a 591-litre boot, 69 litres more than the RZ, plus a higher 216 km/h top speed. Choose the RZ if home or public charging suits your routine: its 71.4-kWh battery claims 440 km, with 11-kW AC and 150-kW DC charging. The Evoque remains the more practical petrol choice for luggage and longer-distance refuelling flexibility.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you need the larger 591-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seat split and 216 km/h top speed.
Pick the Lexus RZ if you can charge regularly and want 308 hp, 435 Nm, a 440-km claimed EV range and much quicker acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Range Rover Evoque RM498,800; Lexus RZ RM429,888.
- 0-100 km/h: Range Rover Evoque 8.6 seconds; Lexus RZ 5.3 seconds.
- Power and torque: Range Rover Evoque 200 hp and 320 Nm; Lexus RZ 308 hp and 435 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Range Rover Evoque 4,371 mm and 2,681 mm; Lexus RZ 4,805 mm and 2,850 mm.
- Boot space and top speed: Range Rover Evoque 591 litres and 216 km/h; Lexus RZ 522 litres and 160 km/h.
- Road tax: Range Rover Evoque RM439 per year; Lexus RZ RM335 per year.
Range Rover Evoque
- 591-litre boot with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- 216 km/h top speed
- 21-inch wheels and a space-saver spare tyre
- 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus the RZ’s 5.3 seconds
- Shorter 2,681-mm wheelbase versus 2,850 mm
- Costs RM68,912 more
RZ
- 308 hp, 435 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 71.4-kWh battery with 440 km claimed range and 150-kW DC charging
- Driver’s knee airbag, surround-view camera and auto parking
- 522-litre boot is 69 litres smaller than the Evoque’s
- 160 km/h top speed versus the Evoque’s 216 km/h
- 60:40 rear seat split is less flexible than 40:20:40
| 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 | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 83 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 | 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 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 stronger choice for regular EV charging, quicker performance and lower annual road tax. Pick the Range Rover Evoque for its 591-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seats and 216 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RZ is RM68,912 cheaper than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
Which one is quicker?
The Lexus RZ is decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds versus 8.6 seconds for the Range Rover Evoque. It also has 308 hp and 435 Nm, against 200 hp and 320 Nm.