Verdict
At RM499,000, the Lotus Eletre is only RM112 dearer than the RM498,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe, but they suit different Malaysian routines. The Lotus brings a 112-kWh battery, quoted 600-km range and 350-kW DC charging, alongside 603 hp and a 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The Mercedes is locally CKD, costs RM440 a year in road tax and is 340 mm shorter, which matters in tight car parks. Its heated memory driver’s seat, panoramic glass roof and auto parking add daily convenience. Buy the Eletre only with charging access sorted; its annual road tax is RM1,440.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if your charging routine can support a 112-kWh EV and you want 603 hp, 600 km of quoted range and a 688-litre boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you want a smaller CKD SUV with RM440 annual road tax, a panoramic glass roof and auto parking.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM498,888.
- Annual road tax: Lotus Eletre RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM440.
- Acceleration and top speed: Lotus Eletre 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and 258 km/h; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4.8 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Length and width: Lotus Eletre 5,103 mm and 2,135 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4,763 mm and 1,890 mm.
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Airbags: Lotus Eletre 10; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 7.
Eletre
- 112-kWh battery with 600-km quoted EV range
- 603-hp dual-motor AWD and 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 688-litre boot and 10 airbags
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM440
- 5,103-mm length and 2,135-mm width versus 4,763 mm and 1,890 mm
- No panoramic glass roof or auto parking
AMG GLC Coupe
- RM440 annual road tax and Malaysian CKD assembly
- Panoramic glass roof, auto parking and heated memory driver’s seat
- 340 mm shorter and 245 mm narrower
- 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.5 seconds
- 545-litre boot versus 688 litres
- Seven airbags versus 10
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000 | RM498,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 416 hp at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 4.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 545 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear 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 | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:20 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 |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 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 Eletre & AMG GLC Coupe for sale
Eletre vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?
The Eletre is better for EV range, performance and cargo space, with 600 km quoted range, 603 hp and a 688-litre boot. The AMG GLC Coupe is better for lower road tax, smaller dimensions and its extra convenience equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM112 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe.
Which is easier to use in tight car parks?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is easier to place. At 4,763 mm long and 1,890 mm wide, it is 340 mm shorter and 245 mm narrower than the 5,103-mm by 2,135-mm Eletre, and it has auto parking.
