Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Lotus Eletre costs RM236,800 less yet brings a 112 kWh battery, 600 km claimed EV range and 350 kW DC charging. Its 603 hp dual-motor system also cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 4.5 seconds, against the BMW X6’s 5.4 seconds. The X6 counters with a 2,998 cc 335 hp mild-hybrid petrol powertrain, 83-litre fuel tank, panoramic glass roof and 22-inch wheels. Choose on charging access: the Eletre is the stronger-value EV, while the X6 avoids dependence on charging infrastructure.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you want petrol refuelling, an 83-litre tank, panoramic roof and the convenience of auto parking.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want RM236,800 lower entry cost, 600 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging and quicker acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM735,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Performance: BMW X6 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Lotus Eletre in 4.5 seconds.
- Powertrain: BMW X6 has a 2,998 cc 335 hp petrol mild-hybrid engine; Lotus Eletre has two motors producing 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- Boot space: BMW X6 580 litres; Lotus Eletre 688 litres.
- Size: BMW X6 is 4,960 mm long and 2,004 mm wide; Lotus Eletre is 5,103 mm long and 2,135 mm wide.
- Standard warranty: BMW X6 2 years with unlimited mileage; Lotus Eletre 5 years or 150,000 km, plus an 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
X6
- 83-litre petrol tank removes charging stops from the equation.
- Panoramic glass roof, rear window shades and power front seats with memory and lumbar adjustment.
- Auto parking and a 360-degree surround-view camera.
- RM236,800 more expensive than the Eletre.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.4 seconds versus 4.5 seconds.
- 580-litre boot trails the Eletre’s 688 litres.
Eletre
- 112 kWh battery, 600 km range and up to 350 kW DC charging.
- 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors; 0-100 km/h takes 4.5 seconds.
- 688-litre boot and adaptive cruise control.
- At 2,490 kg, it is 250 kg heavier than the 2,240 kg X6.
- No sunroof is listed, while the X6 has a panoramic glass roof and rear window shades.
- Its five-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 150,000 km; the X6’s warranty mileage is unlimited.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM735,800 | RM499,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM1,440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 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 | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | — |
| 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 | 4,960 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,700 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 | 580 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two 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 Projectors with Auto High Beam | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | 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 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| 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 | 5 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 X6 & Eletre for sale
X6 vs Eletre FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is the stronger buy on price, acceleration, boot space and EV capability, provided charging suits your routine. Pick the BMW X6 instead if petrol refuelling, a panoramic roof and auto parking matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000 and the BMW X6 costs RM735,800, so the BMW is RM236,800 more expensive.
Which one is quicker and more practical for luggage?
The Eletre is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds versus 5.4 seconds for the X6. It also has a 688-litre boot, 108 litres more than the BMW’s 580 litres.