Verdict
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE costs RM649,000, while the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport is RM769,000. That RM120,000 gap buys 306 hp, 275 Nm and a 2.95-second 0-100 km/h time instead of 4.5 seconds, but no extra battery capacity or charging rate. The 600 Sport SE also goes 20 km farther at 600 km and carries far lower annual road tax: RM1,440 against RM4,890. For a Malaysian buyer, the 600 is the rational Eletre; the 900 is for outright pace.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE if you want 600 km of range and RM3,450 less annual road tax without giving up the 112 kWh battery, 350 kW DC charging or the shared cabin kit.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport if 909 hp, 985 Nm and a 2.95-second 0-100 km/h sprint matter enough to justify the RM120,000 outlay and higher road tax.
Key differences
- Price: RM649,000 for the 600 Sport SE versus RM769,000 for the 900 Sport.
- Motor output: 603 hp and 710 Nm for the 600 Sport SE versus 909 hp and 985 Nm for the 900 Sport.
- 0-100 km/h: 4.5 seconds for the 600 Sport SE versus 2.95 seconds for the 900 Sport.
- EV range: 600 km for the 600 Sport SE versus 580 km for the 900 Sport.
- Annual road tax: RM1,440 for the 600 Sport SE versus RM4,890 for the 900 Sport.
- Transmission: single-ratio automatic in the 600 Sport SE versus two-speed automatic in the 900 Sport.
Eletre 600 Sport SE
- 20 km more stated EV range: 600 km versus 580 km.
- RM3,450 lower annual road tax.
- Same 112 kWh battery and 350 kW DC charging rate as the 900 Sport.
- 603 hp and 710 Nm trail the 900 Sport's 909 hp and 985 Nm.
- Its 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.55 seconds behind the 900 Sport.
Eletre 900 Sport
- 909 hp and 985 Nm from its two motors.
- 2.95-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 265 km/h top speed versus 258 km/h.
- Costs RM120,000 more than the 600 Sport SE.
- Annual road tax is RM4,890, versus RM1,440.
- Stated EV range is 580 km, 20 km short of the 600 Sport SE.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM649,000✓ | RM769,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440✓ | RM4,890 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | 909 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 985 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 580 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 2-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds | 2.95 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | 265 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres | 688 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R22 | 315/35R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| 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) | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 with Ventilation and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | 6 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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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Eletre 600 Sport SE vs Eletre 900 Sport FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE or Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport better?
The 600 Sport SE is the better buy for most buyers: it has 600 km of range, the same 112 kWh battery and 350 kW DC charging, plus much lower road tax. Choose the 900 Sport only for its major performance gain.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport costs RM120,000 more than the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE.
Does the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport charge faster?
No. Both use a 112 kWh battery, 800V architecture, 22 kW AC charging and 350 kW DC charging. The 900 Sport's advantage is motor output and acceleration, not charging speed.
