Volvo EX90 vs Lexus RZ

The Volvo EX90 starts from $124,990 before on-road costs, while the Lexus RZ opens at $123,000. That makes the Lexus RZ the more affordable entry point by $1,990.

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 $137,489 and $135,300 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 Volvo EX90 and Lexus RZ hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 92% for the Volvo EX90 and 87% for the Lexus RZ.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Volvo EX90 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 Volvo EX90 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 Volvo EX90 features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 9-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 Volvo EX90 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, ventilated seats, Bowers & Wilkins 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 Volvo EX90 gets nordico/microtech upholstery while the Lexus RZ offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the Volvo EX90 and 2-zone in the Lexus RZ.

The Volvo EX90 uses a Electric producing 330kW and 670Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.5 seconds.

The Lexus RZ responds with a Electric Motor making 230kW and 435Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds.

The Volvo EX90 has the clear power advantage at 330kW vs 230kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus RZ is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 106kWh (Volvo EX90) vs 71.4kWh (Lexus RZ), giving WLTP ranges of 580km and 440km. DC fast charging peaks at 300kW (Volvo EX90) vs 150kW (Lexus RZ).

The Volvo EX90 measures 5,037mm long on a 2,985mm wheelbase, 232mm longer than the Lexus RZ at 4,805mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Volvo EX90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 384L in the Volvo EX90 and 522L in the Lexus RZ, giving the Lexus RZ a 138L advantage. The Volvo EX90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Volvo EX90 leads with a 2,200kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 1,450kg 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 (Volvo EX90) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus RZ). Both match on warranty length.