Verdict
At RM499,000 versus RM575,000, the Eletre is RM76,000 cheaper yet brings 603 hp, 710 Nm, all-wheel drive and 350 kW DC charging. It is also the substantially larger five-seater, with a 688-litre boot. The Macan Electric counters with 641 km of range from its 100 kWh battery, 41 km more than the Lotus, plus an eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty and RM455 annual road tax. For Malaysian buyers prioritising pace, cabin footprint and faster charging, the Lotus is the harder-hitting buy; choose the Porsche for range and lower recurring tax.
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want 603 hp, all-wheel drive, 350 kW DC charging and a 688-litre boot for RM76,000 less.
Pick the Porsche Macan Electric if 641 km range, RM455 annual road tax and an eight-year vehicle warranty matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Porsche Macan Electric RM575,000.
- Motor output: Lotus Eletre 603 hp and 710 Nm; Porsche Macan Electric 355 hp and 563 Nm.
- Range: Lotus Eletre 600 km; Porsche Macan Electric 641 km.
- DC charging: Lotus Eletre 350 kW; Porsche Macan Electric 270 kW.
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre AWD, 4.5 seconds; Porsche Macan Electric RWD, 5.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 litres; Porsche Macan Electric 540 litres.
Eletre
- 603 hp, 710 Nm dual-motor all-wheel drive
- 350 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- Larger 688-litre boot
- 600 km range trails the Porsche's 641 km
- RM1,440 annual road tax versus RM455
- Five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
Macan Electric
- 641 km claimed EV range
- RM455 annual road tax
- Eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty
- 355 hp and 563 Nm fall well short of the Lotus' 603 hp and 710 Nm
- 270 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging are slower than the Lotus' 350 kW and 22 kW
- 540-litre boot is 148 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM499,000✓ | RM575,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,440 | RM455✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | PPE platform, 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 563 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh✓ | 100 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 641 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 270 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 220 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,938 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,893 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,295 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 540 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 235/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| 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, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side Airbags & Front Center Airbag |
| 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 | 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 | LED Projector with Adaptive 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 |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 10.9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Bose Sound System (710-watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 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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Eletre vs Macan Electric FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Porsche Macan Electric better?
The Lotus Eletre is the better choice for performance, charging speed, all-wheel drive and boot space. The Porsche Macan Electric is better for claimed range, annual road tax and vehicle-warranty length.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Macan Electric costs RM76,000 more than the Lotus Eletre: RM575,000 against RM499,000.
Which has the better charging capability?
The Lotus Eletre charges faster on both quoted standards, at 350 kW DC and 22 kW AC. The Porsche Macan Electric is rated at 270 kW DC and 11 kW AC.