Hyundai IONIQ 9 vs Lexus RZ
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and the Lexus RZ as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. and Lexus Manila, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Hyundai Motor Philippines, via hyundai.com.
Hyundai IONIQ 9
EV Calligraphy AWD Long Range variant
- SRP
- ₱4,580,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱79,700
Model shown may differ from the Philippine-market version. Photo: Lexus Philippines (Lexus Manila, Inc.), via lexus.com.ph.
Lexus RZ
RZ 350e Core variant
- SRP
- ₱4,438,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱77,229
How they differ
- The Lexus RZ is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱4,438,000, which is ₱142,000 (3%) below the Hyundai IONIQ 9 at ₱4,580,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the RZ is estimated at ₱77,229 a month against ₱79,700 for the IONIQ 9, a difference of ₱2,471 a month.
- The IONIQ 9 makes more power (308 PS against 227.1 PS for the RZ).
- The IONIQ 9 has more torque (605 Nm against 268.6 Nm for the RZ).
- The IONIQ 9 claims the longer range (600 km against 535 km for the RZ).
- The IONIQ 9 has the larger battery (110.3 kWh against 74.7 kWh for the RZ).
- The IONIQ 9 is the longer vehicle (5,060 mm against 4,805 mm for the RZ).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Hyundai IONIQ 9EV Calligraphy AWD Long Range, ₱4,580,000 | Lexus RZRZ 350e Core, ₱4,438,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Permanent magnet synchronous motors | Electric: permanent magnet motor (1XM), front eAxle |
| Max power (differs) | 308 PS | 227.1 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 605 Nm | 268.6 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 110.3 kWh | 74.69 kWh |
| Battery type (differs) | Lithium-ion, 610 V | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 600 km | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 167 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | Single-speed reduction gear | n/a |
| Drivetrain (differs) | AWD | FWD (front eAxle) |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5060 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1790 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 200 mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | n/a | 5 |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut with dual lower arm | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Double wishbone |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 285/45R21 | n/a |
| Wheels (differs) | 21" alloy | 20" aluminium (black with bright machined finish) |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with multi-collision brake | ABS with EBD and brake assist |
| Airbags (differs) | 10 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Smart cruise control with stop and go, forward collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, lane following assist, blind-spot view monitor with collision-avoidance assist, reverse parking collision-avoidance assist, surround view monitor | Lexus Safety System+: Pre-Collision System, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam; Blind Spot Monitor; Safe Exit Assist; Parking Support Brake |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control | Vehicle Stability Control, active traction control, trailer sway control, hill-start assist |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" integrated display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14 Bose speakers | 14" Full HD EMV wide display with Lexus navigation and voice recognition |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" TFT LCD with head-up display | n/a |
| Headlight (differs) | LED small-cube projection with intelligent front-lighting system | Single-projector bi-beam LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart key with push-button start | Smart entry and push start |
| Other features (differs) | Vehicle-to-load (inside and outside), digital side mirrors | Panoramic view monitor; Digital rear-view mirror; Synthetic leather seats with front ventilation and heating, 10-way power driver seat with memory; Lexus premium surround sound; Wireless charger; e-Latch doors |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 200,000 km | 3 years or 100,000 km manufacturer warranty, plus up to 2 years unlimited-mileage Service Rewards Warranty |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km (high-voltage battery) | 8 years or 200,000 km (BEV traction battery / HEV battery) |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



