Verdict
At RM649,000, the Eletre 600 Sport SE costs RM120,000 less than the RM769,000 Eletre 900 Sport, yet carries the same listed safety and comfort kit. The 900 Sport’s 909 hp and 985 Nm cut the 0-100 km/h time from 4.5 to 2.95 seconds, but its range is 580 km versus 600 km. For Malaysian use, the 600 Sport SE also keeps annual road tax at RM1,440 rather than RM4,890. Unless that near-three-second sprint is central to the purchase, the 600 Sport SE is the sensible trim.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE if you want 600 km of EV range, RM120,000 in hand and far lower annual road tax.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport if 909 hp, 985 Nm and a 2.95-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the extra cost and running tax.
Key differences
- Price: RM649,000 for the 600 Sport SE versus RM769,000 for the 900 Sport.
- Motor output: 603 hp for the 600 Sport SE versus 909 hp for the 900 Sport.
- Motor torque: 710 Nm for the 600 Sport SE versus 985 Nm for the 900 Sport.
- EV range: 600 km for the 600 Sport SE versus 580 km for the 900 Sport.
- 0-100 km/h: 4.5 seconds for the 600 Sport SE versus 2.95 seconds for the 900 Sport.
- Annual road tax: RM1,440 for the 600 Sport SE versus RM4,890 for the 900 Sport.
Eletre 600 Sport SE
- RM120,000 cheaper to buy.
- 20 km longer claimed EV range.
- RM3,450 lower annual road tax.
- 603 hp and 710 Nm trail the 900 Sport's 909 hp and 985 Nm.
- 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.55 seconds slower.
- Single-ratio automatic instead of the 900 Sport's two-speed automatic.
Eletre 900 Sport
- 909 hp and 985 Nm from its two motors.
- 2.95-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- Two-speed automatic and 265 km/h top speed.
- Costs RM120,000 more.
- 580 km range is 20 km shorter.
- Annual road tax is RM4,890, versus RM1,440.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM649,000✓ | RM769,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440✓ | RM4,890 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | 909 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 985 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 580 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 2-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds | 2.95 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | 265 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres | 688 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R22 | 315/35R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger 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 | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C 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 |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | 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 | Yes, with Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 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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Eletre 600 Sport SE vs Eletre 900 Sport FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE or Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport better?
The Eletre 600 Sport SE is the better buy for most Malaysian owners because it has the same listed equipment, 20 km more range and much lower road tax. Choose the 900 Sport only for its huge performance advantage.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport costs RM120,000 more than the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE.
How much quicker is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport?
The Eletre 900 Sport reaches 100 km/h in 2.95 seconds, 1.55 seconds ahead of the 600 Sport SE's 4.5 seconds. It also has 306 hp more and 275 Nm more torque.
