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Lexus RZ vs Rivian R2

Comparing the 2025 Lexus RZ (from $43,975) with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The RZ offers 266 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.

Quick Take

Lexus RZ plays nicest with your phone, while Rivian R2 hauls the most gear.

Lexus RZ

2025SUV

Lexus RZ

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Rivian R2

2026SUV

Rivian R2

Most Cargo Space

  • 90.1 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 185.9" long
  • 115.6" wheelbase
Price
$43,975 - $58,605
$44,990 - $57,990
Range
196-266 miles
275-345 miles
Horsepower
201-308 hp
350-656 hp
0-60 mph
5-7.4 sec
3.6-5.9 sec
Battery Size
71.4 kWh
87.9 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
99 mph
110-130 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
3500-4400 lbs
DC Fast Charging
30 min (10-80%)
29 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
6.5 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
189.2"
185.9"
Width
74.6"
78.1"
Height
64.4"
66.9"
Cargo Capacity
55.6 cu ft
90.1 cu ft

Lexus RZ vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?

The Lexus RZ starts at $43,975, undercutting the Rivian R2 ($44,990) by about $1,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R2 covers up to 345 miles, 79 more than the Lexus RZ's maximum of 266. At a DC fast charger, the Rivian R2 goes from 10-80% in about 29 minutes vs 30 for the Lexus RZ.

The Rivian R2 offers 90.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 55.6 for the Lexus RZ.

Bottom line: pick the Lexus RZ if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Rivian R2 if cargo space is king.

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