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BMW iX3 vs Lexus RZ
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The BMW iX3 is £325 cheaper than the Lexus RZ (£53,670 against £53,995).
- The BMW iX3 goes further: about 315 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
- The BMW iX3 charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 21 minutes against 29.
- The BMW iX3 is more efficient (3.8 against 3.5 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The BMW iX3 has the bigger boot: 578 litres against 522.
Side by side
| BMW iX3 40 (Neue Klasse) | Lexus RZ 350e 72 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £53,670 | £53,995 |
| Real-world range | 315 mi | 245 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 401 mi | 347 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 225 mi | 180 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.8 mi/kWh | 3.5 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 82.6 kWh | 72 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 300 kW | up to 150 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 21 min | 29 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Boot | 578 L | 522 L |
| Towing (braked) | 2,000 kg | 750 kg |
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,805 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 5.9 s | 7.5 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | Yes | No |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | Check | 10 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: BMW iX3 40 (Neue Klasse) and Lexus RZ 350e 72 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the BMW iX3 or the Lexus RZ?
The BMW iX3 is £325 cheaper than the Lexus RZ (£53,670 against £53,995).
Which has the longer range, the BMW iX3 or the Lexus RZ?
The BMW iX3 goes further: about 315 miles against 245 in typical real-world driving.
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