Car Buyer's Guide

Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 vs Eletre 600 GT SE

Lotus Eletre Eletre 600

Lotus Eletre Eletre 600

Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE

Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE

Verdict

At RM499,000, the Eletre 600 is the rational choice: it keeps the GT SE’s 603 hp, 710 Nm, 112 kWh battery, 600 km range and 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The RM70,000 step to RM569,000 does not alter pace, charging or safety kit. It buys a panoramic glass roof and 22-inch wheels with wider 275/40 front and 315/35 rear tyres, rather than the 600’s 20-inch set. For Malaysian buyers, that is substantial money for trim rather than mechanicals.

Eletre 600

Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 if you want the same 603 hp, 600 km range and 350 kW DC charging for RM70,000 less.

Eletre 600 GT SE

Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE if the panoramic glass roof and 22-inch 10-spoke alloys matter enough to justify the extra outlay.

Key differences

  • Price: RM499,000 | RM569,000
  • Sunroof: none | panoramic glass roof
  • Front wheels and tyres: 20-inch 5-spoke Aero alloys with 255/50R20 tyres | 22-inch 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned alloys with 275/40R22 tyres
  • Rear wheels and tyres: 20-inch 5-spoke Aero alloys with 285/40R20 tyres | 22-inch 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned alloys with 315/35R22 tyres

Eletre 600

  • RM70,000 lower purchase price
  • Same 603 hp and 710 Nm as the GT SE
  • Same 112 kWh battery, 600 km range and 350 kW DC charging
  • No panoramic glass roof
  • Misses the GT SE’s 22-inch alloy wheels and wider tyres

Eletre 600 GT SE

  • Panoramic glass roof
  • 22-inch 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned alloy wheels
  • Wider 275/40R22 front and 315/35R22 rear tyres
  • Costs RM70,000 more with identical 603 hp output, 600 km range and 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time
Price & overview
PriceRM499,000RM569,000
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM1,440RM1,440
Powertrain
Engine Tech800V architecture800V architecture
FuelElectricElectric
Number of Motors22
Motor Horsepower603 hp603 hp
Motor Torque710 Nm710 Nm
Battery Capacity112 kWh112 kWh
EV Range600 km600 km
Charging Rate (AC)22 kW22 kW
Charging Rate (DC)350 kW350 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.5 seconds4.5 seconds
Top Speed258 km/h258 km/h
Dimensions
Length5,103 mm5,103 mm
Width2,135 mm2,135 mm
Height1,630 mm1,630 mm
Wheelbase3,019 mm3,019 mm
Weight2,490 kg2,490 kg
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space688 litres688 litres
Front Tyre255/50R20275/40R22
Rear Tyre285/40R20315/35R22
Factory TyresMichelin Pilot Sport EVMichelin Pilot Sport EV
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys
Rear Wheels20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockElectronic for Rear DoorsElectronic for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on two rear passenger seatsAvailable on two rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsProjector LED with Dynamic IndicatorsProjector LED with Dynamic Indicators
TaillampsFull LED with Dynamic IndicatorsFull LED with Dynamic Indicators
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding40:20:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch
Engine StartKeyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksRemote Control ActivationRemote Control Activation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationRemote Control Activation with Contactless Boot OpeningRemote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with Surround ViewYes, with Surround View
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty8-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.

Eletre 600 vs Eletre 600 GT SE FAQ

Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 or Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE better?

The Eletre 600 is the better buy because performance, battery capacity, range, charging, safety equipment and cabin technology are the same. Choose the GT SE only if its panoramic glass roof and 22-inch wheels are priorities.

What is the price difference?

The Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE costs RM70,000 more than the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600.

Do both Eletre variants have the same performance and range?

Yes. Both use two motors producing 603 hp and 710 Nm, reach 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, have a 112 kWh battery and a stated 600 km EV range.

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