Head-to-head
Lexus RZ vs Genesis GV60
Just $3,800 separates the Lexus RZ and Genesis GV60 on starting price, but the Genesis GV60 goes 101 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Lexus RZ
Lexus's electric SUV — shares mechanicals with the Toyota bZ4X but adds Lexus refinement, more power, and 22 kW three-phase AC charging. The 2026 refresh dropped pricing by up to $42,000.
- From
- $84,500
- Range
- 460 km
- Battery
- 74.7 kWh
Option B · SUV
Genesis GV60
Genesis's premium electric SUV — shares E-GMP 800V platform with Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 but with luxury finish and Hyundai Motor Group's most ambitious cabin design.
- From
- $88,300
- Range
- 561 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Lexus RZ and Genesis GV60, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 goes 101 km further on a charge (561 vs 460 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 accepts 200 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 150 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Power · advantage Lexus RZ
The Lexus RZ puts down 112 kW more (280 vs 168 kW).
- 4
Battery · advantage Genesis GV60
The Genesis GV60 carries a 9.3 kWh larger battery (84 vs 74.7 kWh).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Lexus RZ
The Lexus RZ is 0.9 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.6 s vs 5.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Lexus RZ wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $3,800
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.6s vs 5.5s)
Where the Genesis GV60 wins
- ▸ 101 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 150 kW)
Lexus RZ
What we like
- ✓ Lexus's industry-leading 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ 22 kW three-phase AC charging
- ✓ Sharper performance than bZ4X (4.6s 0–100)
What we don't
- ✕ Range modest for the price (460 km WLTP)
- ✕ Shares cost-cut interior elements with Toyota sibling
- ✕ Pricing dropped only after slow initial sales
Genesis GV60
What we like
- ✓ 350 kW DC charging via 800V E-GMP architecture
- ✓ Long 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Distinctive Genesis design language
What we don't
- ✕ Genesis dealer network limited in Australia
- ✕ Range trails some newer rivals at this price
- ✕ Boot smaller than EV6's despite premium positioning
Frequently asked: Lexus RZ vs Genesis GV60
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Lexus RZ or the Genesis GV60?
- The Lexus RZ is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $84,500 versus $88,300 for the Genesis GV60, a $3,800 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Genesis GV60 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 561 km, 101 km further than the Lexus RZ's 460 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Genesis GV60 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 150 kW for the Lexus RZ. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Lexus RZ does 0–100 km/h in 4.6 seconds — 0.9 s quicker than the Genesis GV60's 5.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Lexus RZ better value than the Genesis GV60?
- On paper the Lexus RZ is $3,800 cheaper, but the Genesis GV60 edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Lexus RZ
if…
- ✓ you want to save $3,800 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Choose the
Genesis GV60
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (101 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: premium suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.