Verdict
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE at RM569,000 and Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE at RM649,000 are mechanically identical: two motors, 603 hp, 710 Nm, AWD and a 112 kWh battery good for 600 km. Both do 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, accept 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging, and carry the same RM1,440 annual road tax. The RM80,000 gap buys cabin convenience, not pace: the Sport SE adds ventilated/massaging front seats and Power Door.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE if you want the same 603 hp, 600 km range and 4.5-second acceleration for RM80,000 less.
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE if ventilated/massaging front seats and Power Door are equipment you will use every day.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE RM569,000; Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE RM649,000
- Price position: Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE RM80,000 less; Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE RM80,000 more
- Front seats: Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE power adjustable; Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE power adjustable with ventilation and massaging
- Power Door: Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE not fitted; Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE Yes
- Unique equipment rows: Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE 0; Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE 2
Eletre 600 GT SE
- RM80,000 cheaper
- Same 603 hp, 710 Nm and AWD
- Same 600 km range, 22 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging
- No ventilated or massaging front seats
- No Power Door
Eletre 600 Sport SE
- Adds ventilated and massaging front seats
- Gets Power Door
- No loss in range or performance versus the GT SE
- Costs RM80,000 more
- No extra output, range or acceleration for the extra money
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 569,000✓ | RM 649,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 600 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 | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | 258 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 2,135 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 3,019 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,490 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres | 688 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 275/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R22 | 315/35R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys | 22" 10-spoke Silver Diamond Turned Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| 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, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two rear passenger 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 | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation and Massaging |
| 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C rear | 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 |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, with Surround View |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 1,440 |
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 GT SE vs Eletre 600 Sport SE FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE or Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE better?
For most buyers, the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE is the better buy because performance, range, charging and safety kit are the same. Choose the Sport SE only if its ventilated/massaging front seats and Power Door matter to you.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 Sport SE costs RM80,000 more: RM649,000 against RM569,000 for the Lotus Eletre Eletre 600 GT SE.
Do they have different range or performance?
No. Both use two motors with 603 hp and 710 Nm, a 112 kWh battery, 600 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging, AWD and a 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time.