Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Lotus Emeya is the sharper performance-and-charging choice: 603 hp cuts 0-100 km/h to 4.15 seconds, its 800V system accepts 420 kW DC charging and it reaches 610 km. At RM459,000, it also undercuts the RM465,990 Audi Q8 e-tron. The Audi answers with SUV practicality, a 569-litre boot and 40:20:40 rear seat folding, plus far lower RM545 annual road tax against RM1,440. Its 582 km range is close, but 170 kW DC charging and 402 hp leave it behind the Lotus.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you need the SUV body, 569-litre boot, folding rear seats and lower annual road tax.
Emeya
Pick the Lotus Emeya if you want 603 hp, 420 kW DC charging, 610 km of range and adaptive cruise control for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Lotus Emeya RM459,000.
- Motor output: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp and 664 Nm; Lotus Emeya 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- DC charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 170 kW; Lotus Emeya 420 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: Audi Q8 e-tron 5.6 seconds; Lotus Emeya 4.15 seconds.
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; Lotus Emeya 509 litres.
- Annual road tax: Audi Q8 e-tron RM545; Lotus Emeya RM1,440.
Q8 e-tron
- 569-litre boot with 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- RM545 annual road tax.
- Five-star Euro NCAP rating and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 170 kW DC charging is well below the Emeya's 420 kW.
- 402 hp and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Emeya.
- Two-year vehicle warranty is shorter than the Emeya's five years.
Emeya
- 603 hp, 710 Nm and 4.15-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 420 kW DC charging on an 800V architecture.
- 610 km range, adaptive cruise control and steering-correcting lane-keeping assist.
- RM1,440 annual road tax is much higher than the Audi's RM545.
- 509-litre boot is smaller, and the rear seats do not fold.
- Its 2,241 mm width is 304 mm greater than the Audi's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM459,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km | 610 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 420 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 | 4.15 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (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" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Fixed |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | Keyless Entry |
| 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 | 4 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Tyre puncture repair kit |
| 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.
Used Q8 e-tron & Emeya for sale
Q8 e-tron vs Emeya FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Lotus Emeya better?
The Lotus Emeya is better for acceleration, range and DC charging, while the Audi Q8 e-tron is better for luggage space, rear-seat flexibility and annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya costs RM6,990 less than the Audi Q8 e-tron.
Which charges faster?
The Lotus Emeya charges faster on DC power, at up to 420 kW versus 170 kW for the Audi Q8 e-tron. Both support 22 kW AC charging.
