Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs Lotus Eletre
Verdict
At barely RM200 apart, these two SUVs ask almost the same money but deliver very different ownership. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is the compact one, at 4,371 mm long with a 1,997 cc petrol engine making 200 hp and 320 Nm. The Lotus Eletre is a much larger EV, with two motors, 603 hp, 710 Nm, a 112 kWh battery and 600 km of range. It is also far quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds against 8.6 seconds, but its listed annual road tax is RM1,440 versus RM439.
Range Rover Evoque
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you want the smaller petrol SUV, lower listed road tax and a space-saver spare tyre.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want dual-motor EV pace, much more power, a bigger boot and 600 km of electric range.
Key differences
- Price: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM498,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000
- Output: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 200 hp/320 Nm petrol; Lotus Eletre 603 hp/710 Nm dual-motor electric
- Performance: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds and 216 km/h; Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds and 258 km/h
- Size: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 4,371 mm long/1,996 mm wide; Lotus Eletre 5,103 mm long/2,135 mm wide
- Wheelbase and boot: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2,681 mm/591 litres; Lotus Eletre 3,019 mm/688 litres
- Road tax: Land Rover Range Rover Evoque RM439 per year; Lotus Eletre RM1,440 per year
Range Rover Evoque
- Much more compact footprint than the Lotus Eletre
- Lower listed annual road tax at RM439
- Space-saver spare tyre is listed
- Far slower: 8.6 seconds to 100 km/h versus 4.5 seconds
- Less power and torque: 200 hp/320 Nm versus 603 hp/710 Nm
- Smaller boot: 591 litres versus 688 litres
Eletre
- Dual-motor EV with 603 hp and 710 Nm
- 112 kWh battery with 600 km range, 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging
- Larger cabin package on paper, with a 3,019 mm wheelbase and 688-litre boot
- Much larger footprint: 5,103 mm long and 2,135 mm wide versus 4,371 mm and 1,996 mm
- Higher listed annual road tax at RM1,440
- No spare tyre is listed, while the Evoque gets a space saver
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 498,800✓ | RM 499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | — |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 710 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 9HP | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 216 km/h | 258 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,371 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 1,996 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,649 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,490 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 67 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 591 litres | 688 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 255/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Scorpion Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 5137 Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 5137 Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, 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 | Electric for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Headlights | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Power 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 5 USBs, 1 Wireless Charger | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 11.4" Pivi Pro Infotainment with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 11-speaker Meridian Sound System (400W) | 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 | 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 | Yes, with Surround View |
| 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 | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Range Rover Evoque vs Eletre FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque or Lotus Eletre better?
The Lotus Eletre is stronger on performance, space and EV range. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is the better fit if you want a smaller petrol SUV with lower listed annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM200 more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, at RM499,000 versus RM498,800.
Which one is quicker?
The Lotus Eletre is much quicker, with 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a 258 km/h top speed. The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque takes 8.6 seconds and tops out at 216 km/h.