Verdict
At RM499,000, the Lotus Eletre costs RM119,112 more than the RM379,888 Mercedes-Benz EQE, but brings a serious performance and practicality advantage: 603 hp, 710 Nm, 4.5 seconds to 100 km/h and a 688-litre boot. Its 350 kW DC capability also dwarfs the EQE’s 170 kW rating. The Mercedes counters with a longer 669 km range versus 600 km, rear-wheel steering and far lower RM305 annual road tax against RM1,440. For Malaysian buyers covering long distances, the EQE is the calmer financial choice; the Eletre is the faster, roomier SUV.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want 603 hp, all-wheel drive, 350 kW DC charging and a 688-litre SUV boot.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if you prioritise its 669 km range, RM119,112 lower price and RM305 yearly road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888.
- Motor output: Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm; Mercedes-Benz EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm.
- Range: Lotus Eletre 600 km; Mercedes-Benz EQE 669 km.
- DC charging rate: Lotus Eletre 350 kW; Mercedes-Benz EQE 170 kW.
- Performance: Lotus Eletre 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and 258 km/h; Mercedes-Benz EQE 6.4 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQE 430 litres.
Eletre
- 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors with all-wheel drive.
- 350 kW DC charging rating.
- 688-litre boot and five-door SUV body.
- RM499,000 price is RM119,112 higher.
- 600 km range trails the EQE’s 669 km.
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM305.
EQE
- RM379,888 price and RM305 annual road tax.
- 669 km range from its 90.6 kWh battery.
- Rear-wheel steering, auto parking and heated memory front seats.
- 288 hp and 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time are well behind the Eletre.
- 170 kW DC charging rating is less than half the Eletre’s 350 kW.
- 430-litre boot is 258 litres smaller than the Eletre’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 499,000 | RM 379,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 565 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh✓ | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 669 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 170.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 6.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,946 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,961 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,355 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering |
| 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, Rear Side, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 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 |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| 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 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 |
| 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 Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 305✓ |
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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Eletre vs EQE FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Mercedes-Benz EQE better?
The Eletre is better for outright pace, all-wheel drive, DC charging capability and luggage room. The EQE is better for range, purchase price and annual road tax, while adding rear-wheel steering and auto parking.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000 and the Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM379,888, so the Eletre is RM119,112 more expensive.
Which has the longer electric range?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE has the longer claimed range at 669 km, 69 km ahead of the Lotus Eletre’s 600 km. Both use lithium-ion batteries and support 22 kW AC charging.