Verdict
At RM498,800, the Range Rover Evoque costs RM200 less than the RM499,000 Lotus Eletre, but they suit very different Malaysian use cases. The Evoque is 732 mm shorter and carries a far lower RM439 annual road tax, so it is the easier urban luxury SUV choice. The Eletre answers with 603 hp, a 600 km EV range and 688 litres of boot space, versus 200 hp and 591 litres in the Evoque. Its RM1,440 road tax and 5,103 mm length demand more commitment.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if you want a substantially shorter petrol SUV with a 67-litre tank and RM439 annual road tax.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want 603 hp, 710 Nm, 600 km of electric range and much faster 4.5-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Key differences
- Price: Range Rover Evoque RM498,800; Lotus Eletre RM499,000.
- Power: Range Rover Evoque 200 hp; Lotus Eletre dual motors produce 603 hp.
- 0-100 km/h: Range Rover Evoque 8.6 seconds; Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds.
- Length: Range Rover Evoque 4,371 mm; Lotus Eletre 5,103 mm.
- Boot space: Range Rover Evoque 591 litres; Lotus Eletre 688 litres.
- Annual road tax: Range Rover Evoque RM439; Lotus Eletre RM1,440.
Range Rover Evoque
- 732 mm shorter body for tighter urban spaces.
- RM439 annual road tax.
- 67-litre petrol tank and 9-speed ZF automatic.
- 200 hp and 320 Nm trail the Eletre’s 603 hp and 710 Nm.
- 8.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.1 seconds slower.
- 591-litre boot is 97 litres smaller.
Eletre
- 603 hp dual-motor all-wheel drive.
- 600 km EV range with 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- 688-litre boot, surround-view camera and 15-speaker KEF Reference audio.
- RM1,440 annual road tax is RM1,001 higher.
- 5,103 mm length is 732 mm longer than the Evoque.
- At 2,490 kg, it carries substantially more mass than a compact SUV.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM498,800✓ | RM499,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM1,440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 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 | 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) |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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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Range Rover Evoque vs Eletre FAQ
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque or Lotus Eletre better?
The Eletre is better for outright pace, electric range and luggage room: it delivers 603 hp, 600 km and a 688-litre boot. The Evoque is better suited to constrained urban parking, at 4,371 mm long with RM439 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM200 more than the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The small purchase-price gap masks a large annual road-tax difference: RM1,440 for the Eletre versus RM439 for the Evoque.
How quickly can the Lotus Eletre charge?
The Eletre supports AC charging at up to 22 kW and DC charging at up to 350 kW. Its 112 kWh battery is rated for 600 km of EV range.