Verdict
For Malaysian buyers with charging access, the Lotus Eletre is the more capable machine: its twin motors produce 603 hp and 710 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds while carrying five people and 688 litres of luggage. Its 112 kWh battery is rated for 600 km and accepts up to 350 kW DC charging. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe is the lower, lighter 2,315 kg four-seat choice, using a 254 hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol motor and 9G-TRONIC automatic. It is close on asking price, but its annual road tax is RM1,064 lower.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you have dependable charging and want 603 hp, five seats and a 688-litre boot in an electric SUV.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe if you prefer a 2.0-litre petrol coupe, a 66-litre fuel tank and RM376 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe RM495,071
- Power and torque: Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 254 hp and 370 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 6.4 seconds
- Energy and range: Lotus Eletre 112 kWh battery and 600 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 66-litre petrol tank and 7.1 L/100 km
- Practicality: Lotus Eletre five seats and 688-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe four seats and 425-litre boot
- Road tax per year: Lotus Eletre RM1,440; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe RM376
Eletre
- 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors
- 600 km EV range with 350 kW DC charging
- Five seats and a 688-litre boot
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM376
- Heavier at 2,490 kg versus 2,315 kg
- RM3,929 higher purchase price
E-Class Coupe
- RM1,064 lower annual road tax
- Lighter 2,315 kg kerb weight
- Adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go
- 254 hp and 370 Nm trail the Eletre's 603 hp and 710 Nm
- Four seats and a 425-litre boot versus five seats and 688 litres
- 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.9 seconds behind
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000 | RM495,071✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM376✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 254 hp |
| Torque | — | 370 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-TRONIC |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 147 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,853 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,873 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,315 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 425 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 275/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Pirelli P Zero, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 19" Five-Twin Spoke AMG Light Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 19" Five-Twin Spoke AMG Light Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Agility Control with Selective Damping System |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe Plus, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 50:50 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, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 3 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Rear Sun Shade |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 13-speaker Burmester Surround Sound System (590 W) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 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 Eletre & E-Class Coupe for sale
Eletre vs E-Class Coupe FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for electric performance and carrying capacity, with 603 hp, a 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time, five seats and a 688-litre boot. Choose the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe for petrol running and much lower RM376 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000, which is RM3,929 more than the RM495,071 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The Lotus Eletre has a five-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty plus an eight-year, 200,000 km battery warranty. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe has a two-year manufacturer warranty with unlimited mileage, plus a two-year unlimited-mileage extended warranty.