Verdict
At RM499,000 against RM739,000, the Lotus Eletre is RM240,000 cheaper yet brings a 603 hp/710 Nm dual-motor EV set-up, 600 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging. It is also quicker to 100 km/h by 0.2 seconds. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe counters with a 2,995 cc turbo plug-in hybrid system, slightly higher 263 km/h top speed, 698-litre boot and adaptive air suspension hardware. For Malaysia, this is mainly EV range and charging versus petrol plug-in flexibility, with a very large price gap.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want the stronger EV numbers, lower price, longer warranty and faster charging.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe if you want a petrol plug-in hybrid, adaptive air suspension, more boot space and the higher top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Porsche Cayenne Coupe RM739,000
- EV range: Lotus Eletre 600 km; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 90 km
- Battery capacity: Lotus Eletre 112 kWh; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 25.9 kWh
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre 4.5 seconds; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 4.7 seconds
- Top speed: Lotus Eletre 258 km/h; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 263 km/h
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Porsche Cayenne Coupe 698 litres
Eletre
- RM240,000 cheaper than the Porsche Cayenne Coupe
- 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors
- 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging with 600 km EV range
- Lower top speed: 258 km/h versus 263 km/h
- Smaller boot: 688 litres versus 698 litres
- No panoramic glass roof listed
Cayenne Coupe
- 2,995 cc turbo plug-in hybrid system with 350 hp plus a 173 hp motor
- Higher 263 km/h top speed
- Adaptive two-chamber air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management
- RM240,000 more expensive
- Shorter EV range: 90 km versus 600 km
- Shorter warranty: 4 years/100,000 km versus 5 years/150,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000✓ | RM739,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing, turbocharged & plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 350 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 173 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 460 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh✓ | 25.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | 263 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,983 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,515 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres | 698 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Porsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric 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 Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | Matrix LED Projectors |
| 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 with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Side Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bose Premium 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 with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440✓ | RM2,118 |
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 Cayenne Coupe FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Porsche Cayenne Coupe better?
The Lotus Eletre is better on price, EV range, charging and acceleration. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe suits buyers who want a petrol plug-in hybrid, adaptive air suspension, a 698-litre boot and a slightly higher 263 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe costs RM240,000 more than the Lotus Eletre.
Which has the longer electric range?
The Lotus Eletre has the much longer EV range at 600 km, compared with 90 km for the Porsche Cayenne Coupe plug-in hybrid.