Verdict
The RM236,800 cheaper Lotus Eletre is the more forceful choice for a Malaysian buyer able to charge: its twin motors produce 603 hp and 710 Nm, reach 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and pair with a 112 kWh battery rated for 600 km. The BMW X6 counters with a 335 hp, 450 Nm 3.0-litre inline-six, an 83-litre tank and a lower 2,240 kg kerb weight. The Lotus also gives you 688 litres of boot space, but its 2,135 mm width needs more care in tight car parks.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you want petrol refuelling, an 83-litre tank, adaptive M suspension and a lighter 2,240 kg SUV.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you can charge at home or on a suitable route and want 603 hp, 600 km EV range and a much lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Power and torque: BMW X6 335 hp and 450 Nm; Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X6 5.4 seconds; Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds.
- Size and boot: BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long with 580 litres; Lotus Eletre is 5,103 mm long with 688 litres.
- Weight: BMW X6 2,240 kg; Lotus Eletre 2,490 kg.
- Annual road tax: BMW X6 RM1,637; Lotus Eletre RM1,440.
X6
- 83-litre petrol tank and 335 hp inline-six.
- Adaptive M Suspension and 22-inch Pirelli P Zero tyres.
- Panoramic glass roof, rear window shades and auto parking.
- RM236,800 more expensive than the Eletre.
- Slower 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.5 seconds.
- Smaller 580-litre boot versus 688 litres.
Eletre
- 603 hp, 710 Nm twin-motor all-wheel drive.
- 112 kWh battery, 600 km rated range and up to 350 kW DC charging.
- 688-litre boot and 10 airbags.
- Heavier at 2,490 kg versus 2,240 kg.
- Wider at 2,135 mm versus 2,004 mm.
- No panoramic roof, rear window shades or auto parking listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800 | RM499,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 335 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm at 1,500 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 6 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | 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 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Used X6 & Eletre for sale
X6 vs Eletre FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is the stronger buy if charging suits your routine: it costs less, has 603 hp, a 600 km rated range and a 688-litre boot. Choose the BMW X6 for petrol refuelling, its 83-litre tank and lower 2,240 kg weight.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000 and the BMW X6 costs RM735,800, so the BMW carries a RM236,800 premium.
Which is quicker, the BMW X6 or Lotus Eletre?
The Lotus Eletre is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds against the BMW X6's 5.4 seconds. It also has 603 hp and 710 Nm, compared with 335 hp and 450 Nm.
