Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the stronger Malaysian long-distance EV choice despite costing RM31,000 less at RM398,888. Its 90.6 kWh battery delivers 596 km against the Lexus RZ’s 71.4 kWh and 440 km, while 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging improve recharge flexibility. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 4.9 seconds. The RZ counters with standard all-wheel drive, 522 litres of boot space and a five-year vehicle warranty, but its shorter wheelbase and 435 Nm output do not overturn the EQE SUV’s range advantage.
Pick the Lexus RZ if all-wheel drive, a 522-litre boot and a five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty matter more than maximum range.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want 596 km of range, faster 22 kW AC charging and a lower RM398,888 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RZ RM429,888; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Battery and range: Lexus RZ 71.4 kWh and 440 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 90.6 kWh and 596 km.
- Charging: Lexus RZ 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC.
- Performance: Lexus RZ 308 hp, 435 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp, 565 Nm and 4.9 seconds.
- Driveline: Lexus RZ all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase: Lexus RZ 2,850 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 3,030 mm.
RZ
- All-wheel drive with two motors
- 522-litre boot, versus 520 litres
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- RM31,000 more expensive
- 440 km range trails the EQE SUV’s 596 km
- 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging are slower
EQE SUV
- 596 km EV range from a 90.6 kWh battery
- 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC charging
- Heated and ventilated front seats with a 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester system
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Four-year vehicle warranty, one year shorter than the RZ’s
- 2,560 kg kerb weight, versus 2,125 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM429,888 | RM398,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 435 Nm | 565 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 71.4 kWh | 90.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 440 km | 596 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | 170 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 | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,805 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 2,125 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 522 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Aluminium in Black and Bright Machined Finish | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| 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 |
| 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 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 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 | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| 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 View Monitor |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on EV battery | 10-year/250,000 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.
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RZ vs EQE SUV FAQ
Is the Lexus RZ or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the better fit for most buyers: it costs RM31,000 less, travels 156 km farther on a charge and supports 22 kW AC charging. Choose the Lexus RZ specifically for all-wheel drive and its longer five-year vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RZ costs RM429,888 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM398,888, so the Lexus is RM31,000 more expensive.
Which EV is better for longer trips?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is better for longer trips with 596 km of range, compared with 440 km for the Lexus RZ. Its 90.6 kWh battery, 22 kW AC charging and 170 kW DC charging also exceed the Lexus’s 71.4 kWh, 11 kW and 150 kW figures.