Denza B8 vs Lotus Eletre
Verdict
At RM459,939, the Denza B8 undercuts the RM499,000 Lotus Eletre by RM39,061 and gives Malaysian buyers seven seats, a 92-litre tank and 100 km of EV running. The Lotus answers like a proper electric performance SUV: 603 hp, 4.5 seconds to 100 km/h, 258 km/h flat out and a 600 km EV range. The Denza is barely slower at 4.8 seconds, but its 147-litre boot is tiny beside the Lotus’ 688 litres. Family headcount versus EV reach is the real split.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid flexibility and the lower purchase price.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want the stronger, faster full EV with far more range and boot space.
Key differences
- Power: Denza B8 192 hp; Lotus Eletre 603 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Denza B8 4.8 s; Lotus Eletre 4.5 s
- EV range: Denza B8 100 km; Lotus Eletre 600 km
- Seats: Denza B8 7; Lotus Eletre 5
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 L; Lotus Eletre 688 L
- Road tax/year: Denza B8 RM439; Lotus Eletre RM1,440
B8
- Seven seats versus the Lotus’ five
- Plug-in hybrid with 100 km EV range
- Lower road tax at RM439 a year
- 147-litre boot is much smaller
- Only 100 km EV range
- Top speed limited to 180 km/h
Eletre
- 603 hp dual-motor AWD
- 600 km EV range
- 688-litre boot
- Five seats only
- Higher road tax at RM1,440 a year
- Wider body at 2,135 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 459,939✓ | RM 499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 & 405 | 603 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 360 & 400 | 710 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | 112 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 100 km | 600 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | 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 | Electric for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row 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 |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| 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 | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 1,440 |
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.
B8 vs Eletre FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for performance, EV range and luggage space. The Denza B8 is better if you need seven seats and plug-in hybrid flexibility.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 is RM39,061 cheaper than the Lotus Eletre, based on RM459,939 versus RM499,000.
Which one is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Lotus Eletre is quicker, taking 4.5 seconds. The Denza B8 is close at 4.8 seconds, so the real gap is only 0.3 seconds.