Verdict
The Lotus Eletre costs RM499,000, RM73,112 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe, but it brings a 112 kWh battery, 600 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging against the Mercedes’ 31.2 kWh, 131 km and no stated DC rate. It is also markedly quicker at 4.5 seconds to 100 km/h. The GLC Coupe is the easier fit for buyers who still want petrol backup, a 62-litre tank and lower RM440 annual road tax; the Eletre’s is RM1,440. But the Lotus carries 688 litres of luggage, 143 litres more.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if 600 km electric range, 350 kW DC charging, 4.5-second acceleration and a 688-litre boot matter more than the RM73,112 higher entry price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if you want a smaller 4,763 mm SUV with plug-in hybrid petrol flexibility, a 62-litre fuel tank and RM1,000 less annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- EV range: Lotus Eletre 600 km; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 131 km.
- Battery capacity: Lotus Eletre 112 kWh; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 31.2 kWh.
- DC charging: Lotus Eletre 350 kW; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe no DC rate stated.
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 6.3 seconds.
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 545 litres.
Eletre
- 600 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging
- 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 688-litre boot and head-up display
- RM499,000 costs RM73,112 more
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM440
- 5,103 mm length and 2,490 kg weight versus 4,763 mm and 1,945 kg
GLC Coupe
- RM73,112 lower purchase price
- Petrol plug-in hybrid system with 62-litre fuel tank
- Adaptive Digital Light headlamps, sunroof and rear door shades
- 131 km EV range versus 600 km
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.5 seconds
- 545-litre boot versus 688 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000 | RM425,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 131 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 246 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 545 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| 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 | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester 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 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 | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 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 & GLC Coupe for sale
Eletre vs GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The Eletre is better for long-distance electric use and outright pace, with 600 km range and a 4.5-second sprint. The GLC Coupe suits buyers wanting plug-in hybrid petrol flexibility, lower road tax and a smaller footprint.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre is RM73,112 more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe.
Which one charges faster?
The Eletre is the clear charging choice: it supports 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging. The GLC Coupe supports 11 kW AC charging, with no DC charging rate stated.