Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs Lexus RZ

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque starts from $83,600 before on-road costs, while the Lexus RZ opens at $84,500. That makes the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque the more affordable entry point by $900.

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 $91,960 and $92,950 respectively.

The Lexus RZ qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

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

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque features a 11.4-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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, Meridian audio and ambient lighting 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque gets grained leather upholstery while the Lexus RZ offers synthetic leather.

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque uses a 2.0L Ingenium 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol producing 184kW and 365Nm of torque, sent through a 9-speed automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.6 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 Lexus RZ has the clear power advantage at 280kW vs 184kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus RZ is 3.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque measures 4,371mm long on a 2,681mm wheelbase, 434mm shorter than the Lexus RZ at 4,805mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus RZ generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 472L in the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 522L in the Lexus RZ, giving the Lexus RZ a 50L advantage.

For towing, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 1,250kg 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 (Land Rover Range Rover Evoque) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus RZ). Both match on warranty length.