Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Emeya is the sharper numerical buy: it costs RM40,000 less at RM459,000, reaches 100 km/h in 4.15 seconds and has a 610 km range from its 102 kWh battery. Its 420 kW DC charging ceiling also beats the Eletre’s 350 kW. The Eletre justifies its RM499,000 price with SUV packaging, a 688-litre boot, 40:20:40 folding rear seats and 10 airbags. Both have 603 hp, 710 Nm, all-wheel drive and identical RM1,440 annual road tax.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you need five-door SUV access, a 688-litre boot and foldable rear seats without giving up 603 hp and 710 Nm.
Pick the Lotus Emeya if you want the lower RM459,000 entry price, 4.15-second acceleration and 420 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Lotus Emeya RM459,000
- Battery and range: Lotus Eletre 112 kWh and 600 km; Lotus Emeya 102 kWh and 610 km
- DC charging: Lotus Eletre 350 kW; Lotus Emeya 420 kW
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds; Lotus Emeya 4.15 seconds
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Lotus Emeya 509 litres
- Airbags: Lotus Eletre 10; Lotus Emeya 8
Eletre
- 688-litre boot versus 509 litres
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
- 10 airbags versus eight
- Costs RM40,000 more
- 600 km range is 10 km shorter
- 350 kW DC charging trails the Emeya’s 420 kW
Emeya
- RM40,000 lower purchase price
- 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time
- 420 kW DC charging and 610 km range
- 509-litre boot is 179 litres smaller
- Fixed rear seats versus the Eletre’s 40:20:40 split-folding arrangement
- Eight airbags versus 10
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000 | RM459,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | 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 | 112 kWh✓ | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 610 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | 420 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds | 4.15 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags) | 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 | 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 |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 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 |
| Power Sockets | 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 | Keyless Entry |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 | 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.
Used Eletre & Emeya for sale
Eletre vs Emeya FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Lotus Emeya better?
The Emeya is better on price, range, DC charging and 0-100 km/h acceleration. Choose the Eletre instead if its SUV body, 688-litre boot, folding rear seats and 10 airbags matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000 and the Lotus Emeya costs RM459,000, so the Eletre is RM40,000 more expensive.
Which Lotus charges faster?
The Emeya has a 420 kW DC charging rate, compared with 350 kW for the Eletre. Both support 22 kW AC charging and use 800V architecture.
