Verdict
The Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE is the sensible Malaysian choice: its 610-km EV range is 125 km ahead of the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport, while annual road tax is RM1,440 rather than RM4,890. The RM100,000 gap buys the 900 Sport 905 hp and a 2.78-second 0-100 km/h time, versus 603 hp and 4.15 seconds. That is a serious acceleration gain, but both have the same 102-kWh battery, 420-kW DC charging and cabin and safety equipment. Pick the 900 only when outright pace matters more than distance between charges.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE if you want the 610-km range and far lower RM1,440 annual road tax without giving up the shared equipment list.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport if 905 hp, 985 Nm and a 2.78-second 0-100 km/h sprint justify shorter range and higher running costs.
Key differences
- Price: RM599,000 vs RM699,000
- Motor output: 603 hp vs 905 hp
- Motor torque: 710 Nm vs 985 Nm
- EV range: 610 km vs 485 km
- 0-100 km/h: 4.15 seconds vs 2.78 seconds
- Annual road tax: RM1,440 vs RM4,890
600 Sport SE
- 610-km EV range, 125 km further
- RM3,450 lower annual road tax
- RM100,000 lower purchase price
- 603 hp versus 905 hp
- 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.78 seconds
900 Sport
- 905 hp and 985 Nm
- 2.78-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- Two-speed automatic transmission
- 485-km EV range, 125 km less
- RM4,890 annual road tax
- RM100,000 higher purchase price
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM599,000✓ | RM699,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440✓ | RM4,890 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | 905 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 985 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 610 km✓ | 485 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | 420 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.15 seconds | 2.78 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 256 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,139 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 2,241 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R21 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/35R21 | 305/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P-Zero | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Fixed | 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 |
| 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 | Keyless Entry | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 4 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 | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Tyre puncture repair kit | 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.
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600 Sport SE vs 900 Sport FAQ
Is the Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE or Lotus Emeya 900 Sport better?
The Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE is better for most Malaysian owners because it travels 610 km per charge and has RM1,440 annual road tax. Choose the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport only if its 905 hp and 2.78-second sprint are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya 900 Sport costs RM100,000 more than the Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE.
Which Lotus Emeya has the longer EV range?
The Lotus Emeya 600 Sport SE has the longer EV range at 610 km, compared with 485 km for the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport. That is a 125-km advantage.
