Lexus RZ vs Audi Q4 e-tron

The Lexus RZ starts from $84,500 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q4 e-tron opens at $84,900. That makes the Lexus RZ the more affordable entry point by $400.

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 $92,950 and $93,390 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 Lexus RZ and Audi Q4 e-tron hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Lexus RZ and 93% for the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q4 e-tron packs more ADAS features with 9 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 Audi Q4 e-tron 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 Lexus RZ features a 14-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Audi Q4 e-tron gets a 11.6-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus RZ stands out with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, heated front seats, V2L and Mark Levinson audio that you will not find on the Audi Q4 e-tron. The Audi Q4 e-tron counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Lexus RZ uses a Electric Motor producing 280kW and 538Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.6 seconds.

The Audi Q4 e-tron responds with a Electric making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a single-speed (two-stage planetary) driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Lexus RZ has the clear power advantage at 280kW vs 210kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus RZ is 2.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 74.7kWh (Lexus RZ) vs 82kWh (Audi Q4 e-tron), giving WLTP ranges of 460km and 470km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Lexus RZ) vs 175kW (Audi Q4 e-tron).

The Lexus RZ measures 4,805mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 217mm longer than the Audi Q4 e-tron at 4,588mm (2,764mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus RZ generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 522L in the Lexus RZ and 520L in the Audi Q4 e-tron, giving the Lexus RZ a 2L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q4 e-tron leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 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 (Lexus RZ) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q4 e-tron). Both match on warranty length.