Verdict
The Lotus Emeya 600 GT SE is the rational Malaysian buy at RM519,000 against RM599,000 for the 600 Sport SE. Both deliver 603 hp, 710 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 102-kWh battery with 610 km of range, so the extra RM80,000 does not buy quicker acceleration, more range or faster charging. It buys ventilated and massaging front seats. Those are welcome on a grand tourer, but the GT SE keeps the same 4.15-second century sprint, 420-kW DC charging and 509-litre boot.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 600 GT SE if you want the identical 603-hp, 610-km Emeya drivetrain and would rather keep RM80,000.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE if ventilated and massaging front seats justify an RM80,000 spend for your long-distance use.
Key differences
- Price: RM519,000 for the GT SE versus RM599,000 for the Sport SE.
- Front-seat adjustment: power-adjustable front seats in the GT SE versus power-adjustable front seats with ventilation and massaging in the Sport SE.
- Front-seat ventilation: not specified for the GT SE versus fitted to the Sport SE.
- Front-seat massage: not specified for the GT SE versus fitted to the Sport SE.
- 0-100 km/h: 4.15 seconds for the GT SE versus 4.15 seconds for the Sport SE; there is no performance gain.
600 GT SE
- RM80,000 less expensive.
- Same 603 hp and 710 Nm as the Sport SE.
- Same 610-km range and 420-kW DC charging rate.
- Front seats lack the Sport SE's ventilation and massaging functions.
600 Sport SE
- Ventilated front seats.
- Massaging front seats.
- Keeps the GT SE's 603-hp output, 610-km range and 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Costs RM80,000 more.
- No gain in motor output, range, charging rate or acceleration.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM519,000✓ | RM599,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 610 km | 610 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | 420 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.15 seconds | 4.15 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,139 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 2,241 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R21 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/35R21 | 305/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P-Zero | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Fixed | Fixed |
| 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 |
| 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 | Keyless Entry | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | No | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Tyre puncture repair kit | Tyre puncture repair kit |
| 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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600 GT SE vs 600 Sport SE FAQ
Is the Lotus Emeya 600 GT SE or Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE better?
The Emeya 600 GT SE is the better-value choice because it matches the Sport SE's 603 hp, 610-km range, 420-kW DC charging and 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Sport SE only for its ventilated and massaging front seats.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE costs RM80,000 more than the Lotus Emeya 600 GT SE.
Does the Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE have more range or performance?
No. Both have two motors producing 603 hp and 710 Nm, a 102-kWh battery, 610 km of EV range, all-wheel drive and a 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time.
