Verdict
The RM70,000 step from the RM769,000 Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport to the RM839,000 Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon does not buy extra pace, range or charging speed on these specifications. Both use two motors producing 909 hp and 985 Nm, reach 100 km/h in 2.95 seconds, and pair a 112 kWh battery with 580 km of range. Malaysian buyers also get the same 350 kW DC charging capability, 10 airbags and 688-litre boot. On paper, the Sport is the rational choice; confirm the Carbon’s trim-specific equipment before paying more.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport if you want the full 909 hp, 580 km Eletre experience while keeping RM70,000 in hand.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon if its trim-specific details justify RM70,000 to you, because its listed mechanicals and equipment are otherwise the same.
Key differences
- Price: RM769,000 vs RM839,000
- Motor output: 909 hp and 985 Nm vs 909 hp and 985 Nm
- EV range: 580 km vs 580 km
- DC charging rate: 350 kW vs 350 kW
- 0-100 km/h: 2.95 seconds vs 2.95 seconds
- Manufacturer warranty: five years/150,000 km vs five years/150,000 km
Eletre 900 Sport
- RM70,000 less expensive
- Same 909 hp and 985 Nm as the Carbon
- Same 112 kWh battery and 580 km range
Eletre 900 Sport Carbon
- Same 909 hp and 2.95-second 0-100 km/h time
- Same 350 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging rates
- Same 10-airbag safety provision
- Costs RM70,000 more with no listed gain in power, range, charging or safety kit
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM769,000✓ | RM839,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM4,890 | RM4,890 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 909 hp | 909 hp |
| Motor Torque | 985 Nm | 985 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 580 km | 580 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Two-speed Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-speed Automatic | 2-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 2 | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.95 seconds | 2.95 seconds |
| Top Speed | 265 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 900 Sport vs Eletre 900 Sport Carbon FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport or Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon better?
The Eletre 900 Sport is the better buy on the listed specifications. Both have identical 909 hp, 985 Nm, 580 km range, charging rates, acceleration and safety equipment, so the Carbon needs trim-specific extras to justify its premium.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon costs RM70,000 more than the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport.
Does the Eletre 900 Sport Carbon go faster or farther?
No. Both variants produce 909 hp and 985 Nm, do 0-100 km/h in 2.95 seconds, have a 265 km/h top speed and claim 580 km of EV range from a 112 kWh battery.
