Lexus RZ vs Mercedes-Benz EQB

The Lexus RZ starts from $84,500 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQB 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 Mercedes-Benz EQB hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Lexus RZ and 95% for the Mercedes-Benz EQB.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mercedes-Benz EQB 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.

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 Mercedes-Benz EQB gets a 10.3-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, power tailgate, V2L and Mark Levinson audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQB. The Mercedes-Benz EQB counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging 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 Mercedes-Benz EQB responds with a Electric making 140kW and 385Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.9 seconds.

The Lexus RZ has the clear power advantage at 280kW vs 140kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus RZ is 4.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 74.7kWh (Lexus RZ) vs 70.5kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQB), giving WLTP ranges of 460km and 465km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Lexus RZ) vs 100kW (Mercedes-Benz EQB).

The Lexus RZ measures 4,805mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 121mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz EQB at 4,684mm (2,829mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus RZ generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 522L in the Lexus RZ and 495L in the Mercedes-Benz EQB, giving the Lexus RZ a 27L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQB 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 (Lexus RZ) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQB). Both match on warranty length.