Verdict
At RM499,000, the Lotus Eletre undercuts the RM609,000 Porsche Cayenne by RM110,000 while bringing 603 hp, 710 Nm and a 600 km EV range from its 112 kWh battery. Its 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time beats the Cayenne’s 5.7 seconds, and 350 kW DC charging suits buyers with dependable high-power charging access. The Porsche counters with a 772-litre boot, adaptive air suspension and 360 kg less weight. For Malaysian family use, the Lotus also has rear dual-zone climate control, but the Porsche is the more compact car to place on the road.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want the lower price, 600 km electric range and much quicker 4.5-second sprint.
Cayenne
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need its 772-litre boot, adaptive air suspension and 2,130 kg kerb weight.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Performance: Eletre 603 hp, 710 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds; Cayenne 348 hp, 500 Nm and 5.7 seconds.
- Energy: Eletre has a 112 kWh battery, 600 km range and 350 kW DC charging; Cayenne has a 75-litre petrol tank and 10.8 L/100 km rated economy.
- Dimensions: Eletre is 5,103 mm long with a 3,019 mm wheelbase; Cayenne is 4,930 mm long with a 2,895 mm wheelbase.
- Weight and boot: Eletre is 2,490 kg with 688 litres; Cayenne is 2,130 kg with 772 litres.
- Suspension and wheels: Eletre uses multi-link suspension and 20-inch wheels; Cayenne gets adaptive air suspension and 21-inch wheels.
Eletre
- RM110,000 less expensive.
- 603 hp, 710 Nm and 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 600 km range, 350 kW DC charging and an eight-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
- 2,490 kg is 360 kg heavier than the Cayenne.
- 688-litre boot trails the Cayenne’s 772 litres.
- No auto parking, while the Cayenne has it.
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot is 84 litres larger.
- Adaptive air suspension and 21-inch wheels.
- 360 kg lighter than the Eletre.
- Costs RM110,000 more.
- 348 hp and 500 Nm fall well short of the Eletre’s 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.7 seconds, 1.2 seconds behind the Eletre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 1,340 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V 6 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 248 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| 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 | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround 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) | Push Start 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 with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| 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.
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Eletre vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Porsche Cayenne better?
The Eletre is the stronger buy for electric driving, outright pace and price: it has 603 hp, 600 km range and reaches 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. Choose the Cayenne for its larger 772-litre boot, lighter weight and adaptive air suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne costs RM110,000 more than the Lotus Eletre, at RM609,000 versus RM499,000.
Which has the larger boot?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres. The Lotus Eletre provides 688 litres, a difference of 84 litres.
