Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Audi Q8 e-tron is RM33,010 cheaper to buy and its RM545 annual road tax is RM895 lower than the Lotus Eletre’s. It also brings adaptive air suspension, a 569-litre boot and a space-saver spare. The Lotus answers with far more pace: 603 hp, 710 Nm and 4.5 seconds to 100 km/h versus 402 hp, 664 Nm and 5.6 seconds. Its 600-km EV range, 350-kW DC charging and 688-litre boot make it the more capable long-distance EV, if its larger 5,103-mm body suits your parking space.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if lower purchase and annual road-tax costs, adaptive air suspension and a space-saver spare matter more than outright performance.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want 603 hp, 350-kW DC charging, a 600-km range and a larger 688-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Motor output: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp and 664 Nm; Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- DC charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 170 kW; Lotus Eletre 350 kW.
- EV range: Audi Q8 e-tron 582 km; Lotus Eletre 600 km.
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; Lotus Eletre 688 litres.
- Annual road tax: Audi Q8 e-tron RM545; Lotus Eletre RM1,440.
Q8 e-tron
- RM33,010 lower purchase price and RM895 lower annual road tax.
- Adaptive air suspension front and rear.
- Space-saver spare tyre and driver’s seat memory.
- 170-kW DC charging trails the Eletre’s 350 kW.
- 402 hp and 664 Nm deliver a slower 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 569-litre boot is 119 litres smaller.
Eletre
- 603 hp and 710 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.
- 350-kW DC charging and a 600-km EV range.
- 688-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and steering-correction lane assistance.
- Costs RM33,010 more and attracts RM895 more annual road tax.
- At 5,103 mm long and 2,135 mm wide, it is larger than the Audi.
- No listed air suspension or spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990✓ | RM499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km | 600 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,490 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Q8 e-tron vs Eletre FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for performance, DC charging, range and luggage space, with 603 hp, 350-kW charging, 600 km and 688 litres. Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron for lower costs, adaptive air suspension and a space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM33,010 more than the Audi Q8 e-tron. Annual road tax is also RM895 higher for the Lotus: RM1,440 versus RM545.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The Lotus Eletre has the longer vehicle warranty at five years or 150,000 km, versus two years with unlimited mileage for the Audi Q8 e-tron. Its battery warranty is also longer by distance: eight years or 200,000 km against eight years or 160,000 km.
