Verdict
At RM465,990, the Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM6,990 more than the RM459,000 Lotus Emeya, yet the Lotus brings 603 hp, a 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time and 420 kW DC charging against the Audi’s 402 hp, 5.6 seconds and 170 kW. Its 610 km range also edges the Q8 e-tron’s 582 km. The Audi answers with an SUV body, 569-litre boot, split-folding rear seats and far lower RM545 annual road tax versus RM1,440. For Malaysian long-distance EV use, the Emeya is the stronger technical buy; the Audi is the more practical load-carrier.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you need a five-door SUV with a 569-litre boot, 40:20:40 folding rear seats and RM895 lower annual road tax.
Pick the Lotus Emeya if you want 603 hp, 610 km of range, 420 kW DC charging and a 4.15-second 0-100 km/h time for RM6,990 less.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Lotus Emeya RM459,000.
- Performance: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp, 664 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Lotus Emeya 603 hp, 710 Nm and 4.15 seconds.
- Range and battery: Audi Q8 e-tron 582 km from 114 kWh; Lotus Emeya 610 km from 102 kWh.
- DC charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 170 kW; Lotus Emeya 420 kW.
- Practicality: Audi Q8 e-tron 569-litre boot with 40:20:40 folding rear seats; Lotus Emeya 509 litres with fixed rear seats.
- Annual road tax: Audi Q8 e-tron RM545; Lotus Emeya RM1,440.
Q8 e-tron
- 569-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats.
- RM545 annual road tax, RM895 below the Emeya’s.
- Space-saver spare tyre and five-star Euro NCAP rating.
- 402 hp and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Emeya’s 603 hp and 4.15 seconds.
- 170 kW DC charging is 250 kW below the Emeya’s 420 kW.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty is shorter than the Emeya’s five years/150,000 km.
Emeya
- 603 hp, 710 Nm and 4.15-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 610 km range and 420 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a 15-speaker KEF Reference audio system.
- RM1,440 annual road tax is RM895 higher than the Q8 e-tron’s.
- 509-litre boot is 60 litres smaller, and the rear seats do not fold.
- At 5,139 mm long and 2,241 mm wide, it is larger than the 4,915 mm by 1,937 mm Audi.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM459,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km | 610 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 420 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 4.15 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (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" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Fixed |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Tyre puncture repair kit |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 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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Q8 e-tron vs Emeya FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Lotus Emeya better?
The Lotus Emeya is better for performance, driving range and rapid charging: 603 hp, 610 km and 420 kW versus 402 hp, 582 km and 170 kW. Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron for its SUV body, larger boot, folding rear seats and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM465,990 and the Lotus Emeya costs RM459,000, so the Audi is RM6,990 more expensive.
Which has lower running costs in Malaysia?
The Audi Q8 e-tron has lower annual road tax at RM545, compared with RM1,440 for the Lotus Emeya. The Audi also has a larger 114 kWh battery, while the Lotus delivers the longer 610 km range from 102 kWh.