A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Decision summary
GWM P500 vs Lexus RZ: the short answer
P500 and RZ are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
P500 starts ZAR 882,700 cheaperP500 from ZAR 799,900 · RZ from ZAR 1,682,600
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
P500
RZ
Maximum Power
P500255 kW
RZ300 kW
Maximum Torque
P500648 Nm
RZ268.6 Nm
Engine Size
P5002000 cc
RZNot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
P50010.2 km/l
RZNot Applicable
Ground Clearance
P500224 mm
RZ200 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
GWM P500
2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
P500
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
RZ
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
P500
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
RZ
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
P500
RZ
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African P500 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Updated dedicated battery-electric Lexus RZ range launched locally in 2026
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
2026 South African range introduces RZ 500e, RZ 550e F SPORT and RZ 600e F SPORT Performance derivatives
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2026 South African range introduces RZ 500e, RZ 550e F SPORT and RZ 600e F SPORT Performance derivatives
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17
Body Style
Double-cab pickup
SUV
Body Type Cab
Pickup
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Pickup
Luxury SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2761 kg
2145-2165 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Spec
P500
RZ
Length
5445 mm
4805 mm
Width
1991 mm
1895 mm
Height
1924 mm
1635 mm
Wheelbase
3350 mm
2850 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
450 l
522 l
Kerb Weight
2810 kg
2180 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3495 kg
2640 kg
Payload Capacity
685 kg
460 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
750 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.0 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
1013 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
1008 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1069 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
953 mm
Spec
P500
RZ
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1614 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1636 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson -
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Wishbone -
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
P500
RZ
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Auto Dual zone,Humidity Sensor
Power Windows
Not Available
All/ All One Touch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Push Start
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic (Dimming)
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard Power and Handsfree
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
-
AC Type
Not Available
Auto Dual zone,Humidity Sensor
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Engine Warranty
5
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.8
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Voice Command
Standard
-
Diff Lock
Rear differential lock
-
Difflock
Rear differential lock
-
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Sound System
10-speaker premium audio
Standard 13
Source Model Column
p500
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
-
Towbar
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Auto Dual zone,Humidity Sensor
Spec
P500
RZ
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Electric
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2000 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
255 kW
300 kW
Maximum Torque
648 Nm
268.6 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
2
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Front + Rear
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
4.4 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport, Range
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
137.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
76.9 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
72.0 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
NMC
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
384.8 V
Electric Range
Not Applicable
450 km (WLTP)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
22 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
150 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
3 h 30 min
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
30 min (10-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Spec
P500
RZ
Gearbox
Automatic
Single-speed electric drive
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
AWD DIRECT4
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Rear differential lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
13.786:1 front / 13.786:1 rear
Number of Gears
9
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Single-speed electric drive
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
Not Applicable
AWD DIRECT4
4WD Engagement
Available
Permanent all-wheel drive
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Single-speed electric drive
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Not Applicable
AWD DIRECT4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
9
1
Spec
P500
RZ
Claimed Mileage
10.2 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
8.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
11.9 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
10.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Type 2 AC / CCS2 DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC charging
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
450
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
18.41
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
320 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
390 km
Spec
P500
RZ
Airbags
Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre airbags
Standard With Rear Cross Traffic Alert,Safe Exit Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
Rear View Camera
Not Available
EMV// Panoramic View Monitor
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
EMV// Panoramic View Monitor
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Auto,Rainsensing
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
Reverse Camera
Not Available
EMV// Panoramic View Monitor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
Park Assist
Not Available
Standard
Around View Monitor
Not Available
EMV// Panoramic View Monitor
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard With Rear Cross Traffic Alert,Safe Exit Assist
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Spec
P500
RZ
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Ultra-Suede/ F SPORT
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard Front and Rear,+ Front Radiation
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard Driver + Passenger
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Multi-colour
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Steer-By-Wire F SPORT/ Synthetic Leather + Heater
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
60:40 -
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
8-way power
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
8-way power
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P500 grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
-
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Ultra-Suede/ F SPORT
Folding Rear Seats
-
60:40 -
Rear Armrest
-
Standard
Cup Holders
-
Standard 4
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Standard TFT
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Driver 2-way,Power
Spec
P500
RZ
Infotainment System
SYNC
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
10-speaker premium audio
Standard 13
Navigation System
Standard
Standard/ EMV
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard TFT
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard 5PCs
Voice Recognition
Standard
-
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Audio Speakers
10-speaker premium audio
Standard 13
Audio System
10-speaker premium audio
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Connected Services
SYNC
Standard
Voice Control
Standard
-
Touchscreen
SYNC
Mark Levinson/ EMV
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Standard 5PCs
Spec
P500
RZ
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED fog-lamp function
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
Classic White, Graphite Black GF, Neutrino Grey, Neutrino Grey Bi-Tone, Sonic Copper Bi-Tone, Sonic Iridium
Body Type
Pickup
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
-
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic (Dimming)
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Spec
P500
RZ
Approach Angle
Not Available
15.0 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
24.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Rear differential lock
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Permanent all-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
16.0 deg
Ground Clearance Max
224 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Min
224 mm
200 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Spec
P500
RZ
Tyre Size
Not Available
F:235-50 R20 / R:255-45 R20
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Without (Repair Kit Included)
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
20
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric
Spec
P500
RZ
Service Interval
10000
12 months / 15,000km
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 years / 105000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 years / 105000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Alternator
110A
-
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
7 years / 105000 km
Service Intervals
10000
-
Spec
P500
RZ
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
7 years / 105,000km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
-
Spec
P500
RZ
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Hybrid
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
Not Applicable
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
0
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
-
Spec
P500
RZ
Ownership Role
Flagship
Private luxury, family and business
Price Zar
999900 ZAR
1977600 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Flagship
Starting Price
999900
1977600
Starting Price Zar
999900
1977600
In depth: how these cars differ
This P500 and RZ comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: P500 98 vs RZ 83.
Efficiency index: P500 50 vs RZ 90.
Safety-equipment index: P500 88 vs RZ 94.
Practicality index: P500 78 vs RZ 62.
Ownership-cover index: P500 65 vs RZ not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
RZ leads by 4 points
P500 and RZ are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
RZ
Performance
83/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
62/100
P500
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexLexus RZ
leads the specification evidence index with 82 pts
vs 78 pts for P500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, RZ leads. However, P500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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