Verdict
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport is the sensible pick on paper: the RM70,000 gap to the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon buys no listed mechanical gain. Both get two motors with 909 hp and 985 Nm, a 112 kWh battery, 580 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging and a 2.95-second 0-100 km/h time. For a Malaysian buyer, the Sport Carbon only makes sense if that specific trim is the point. The road tax is the same at RM4,890 a year.
Eletre 900 Sport
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport if you want the same listed performance, range, charging and equipment for RM70,000 less.
Eletre 900 Sport Carbon
Pick the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon if you specifically want the Carbon variant name and accept that the listed specs match the Sport.
Key differences
- Price: RM769,000 for Eletre 900 Sport vs RM839,000 for Eletre 900 Sport Carbon.
- Variant name: Eletre 900 Sport vs Eletre 900 Sport Carbon.
- Motor output: 909 hp and 985 Nm vs 909 hp and 985 Nm.
- Battery and range: 112 kWh and 580 km vs 112 kWh and 580 km.
- Performance: 0-100 km/h in 2.95 seconds and 265 km/h top speed vs 2.95 seconds and 265 km/h.
- Listed cabin kit: ventilated/massaging powered front seats and 15-speaker KEF Reference audio vs the same.
Eletre 900 Sport
- Costs RM70,000 less than the Sport Carbon.
- Same 909 hp, 985 Nm and 2.95-second 0-100 km/h.
- Same 112 kWh battery, 580 km range and 350 kW DC charging.
- No Carbon trim name.
Eletre 900 Sport Carbon
- Gets the Carbon variant name.
- Same dual-motor 909 hp output and 580 km EV range as the Sport.
- Same 5-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty.
- Costs RM70,000 more with no listed gain in output, range or charging.
- No listed upgrade to safety, cabin equipment or warranty.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 769,000✓ | RM 839,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 909 hp | 909 hp |
| Motor Torque | 985 Nm | 985 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh | 112 kWh |
| EV Range | 580 km | 580 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 | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-speed Automatic | 2-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 2 | 2 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.95 seconds | 2.95 seconds |
| Top Speed | 265 km/h | 265 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 with Ventilation and Massaging | 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 | 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 4,890 | RM 4,890 |
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 900 Sport vs Eletre 900 Sport Carbon FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport or Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon better?
The Eletre 900 Sport is better value on paper. It matches the Sport Carbon for 909 hp, 580 km range, 350 kW DC charging and listed equipment, while costing RM70,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon costs RM70,000 more than the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport.
Does the Lotus Eletre Eletre 900 Sport Carbon get more performance or range?
No. Both variants have two motors, 909 hp, 985 Nm, a 112 kWh battery, 580 km EV range, a 2.95-second 0-100 km/h time and 265 km/h top speed.