Verdict
At RM470,800, the BMW X5 undercuts the Lotus Eletre by RM28,200 and brings an 83-litre petrol tank, 650-litre boot and air suspension. The Eletre answers with a 112 kWh battery, claimed 600 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging, plus a decisive 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time against 5.4 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer with dependable charging, the Lotus is the quicker, roomier load-carrier; the BMW is 250 kg lighter and substantially shorter for tighter car parks.
Pick the BMW X5 if you want the lower entry cost, 83-litre petrol range flexibility, air suspension and a more manageable 4,935 mm length.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you can charge at home or on reliable public chargers and want 603 hp, 600 km of claimed range and the larger 688-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Performance: BMW X5 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Lotus Eletre in 4.5 seconds.
- Power and torque: BMW X5 308 hp and 540 Nm; Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- Energy storage: BMW X5 83-litre fuel tank; Lotus Eletre 112 kWh battery with 600 km claimed range.
- Size and boot: BMW X5 is 4,935 mm long with 650 litres; Lotus Eletre is 5,103 mm long with 688 litres.
- Weight: BMW X5 2,240 kg; Lotus Eletre 2,490 kg.
X5
- RM28,200 lower purchase price.
- Air suspension with adaptive dampers.
- Panoramic sliding sunroof, rear window shades and auto parking.
- Slower 5.4-second sprint versus the Eletre's 4.5 seconds.
- Smaller 650-litre boot versus 688 litres.
- Higher annual road tax: RM1,637 versus RM1,440.
Eletre
- 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors.
- 112 kWh battery, 600 km claimed range and 350 kW DC charging.
- 688-litre boot and five-year manufacturer warranty.
- RM28,200 dearer to buy.
- 250 kg heavier and 168 mm longer than the X5.
- No sunroof or auto-parking function listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800✓ | RM499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Torque | 540 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 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 | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear 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 | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| 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 Sliding Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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.
Used X5 & Eletre for sale
X5 vs Eletre FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for outright pace, EV driving and luggage space, with 603 hp, a 4.5-second sprint and 688 litres. The BMW X5 suits buyers who need petrol refuelling flexibility, air suspension and a shorter body.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM28,200 more than the BMW X5.
Which is better for long-distance travel?
The BMW X5 has an 83-litre fuel tank, so it avoids reliance on charging stops. The Eletre has a claimed 600 km range and supports 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging, making it the stronger choice where charging is dependable.