Genesis Electrified GV70 vs Lexus RZ

The Genesis Electrified GV70 starts from $132,800 before on-road costs, while the Lexus RZ opens at $84,500. That makes the Lexus RZ the more affordable entry point by $48,300.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $146,080 and $92,950 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Genesis Electrified GV70 and Lexus RZ hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 89% for the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 87% for the Lexus RZ.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Genesis Electrified GV70 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Lexus RZ.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The Genesis Electrified GV70 adds a 360-degree camera that the Lexus RZ misses.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus RZ gets a 14-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, ventilated seats and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Lexus RZ. The Lexus RZ counters with Apple CarPlay, V2L and Mark Levinson audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Genesis Electrified GV70 gets nappa leather upholstery while the Lexus RZ offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 2-zone in the Lexus RZ.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 uses a Electric Motor producing 320kW and 700Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.4 seconds.

The Lexus RZ responds with a Electric Motor making 280kW and 538Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Genesis Electrified GV70 has the clear power advantage at 320kW vs 280kW. In the real-world sprint, the Genesis Electrified GV70 is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 84kWh (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 74.7kWh (Lexus RZ), giving WLTP ranges of 445km and 460km. DC fast charging peaks at 350kW (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 150kW (Lexus RZ).

The Genesis Electrified GV70 measures 4,715mm long on a 2,875mm wheelbase, 90mm shorter than the Lexus RZ at 4,805mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Genesis Electrified GV70 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 503L in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and 522L in the Lexus RZ, giving the Lexus RZ a 19L advantage.

For towing, the Genesis Electrified GV70 leads with a 1,800kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 1,050kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Genesis Electrified GV70) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus RZ). Both match on warranty length.