Verdict
At RM699,000 against RM729,000, the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport Carbon asks RM30,000 more, and the only listed equipment gain is a power door. The big-ticket EV hardware is identical: two motors, 905 hp, 985 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 2.78-second 0-100 km/h time, 485 km range and 420 kW DC charging. Road tax is the same too at RM4,890 a year. For a Malaysian buyer, this is not paying for more speed, range or charging ability. On paper, the Sport is the sharper buy.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport if you want the same 905 hp performance, 485 km range and 420 kW DC charging for RM30,000 less.
Pick the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport Carbon if the power door and Carbon trim positioning matter enough to justify the extra RM30,000.
Key differences
- Price: RM699,000 | RM729,000
- Power door: No | Yes
- Motor output: 905 hp, 985 Nm | 905 hp, 985 Nm
- EV range: 485 km | 485 km
- Charging rate: 22 kW AC/420 kW DC | 22 kW AC/420 kW DC
900 Sport
- RM30,000 cheaper than the Sport Carbon
- Same dual-motor 905 hp and 985 Nm output
- Same 485 km range and 420 kW DC charging
- Does not get the power door
900 Sport Carbon
- Gets the power door
- Same 2.78-second 0-100 km/h performance
- Same safety, infotainment and warranty coverage
- Costs RM30,000 more than the Sport
- No listed gain in power, torque, range or charging speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 699,000✓ | RM 729,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 905 hp | 905 hp |
| Motor Torque | 985 Nm | 985 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh | 102 kWh |
| EV Range | 485 km | 485 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | 420 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.78 seconds | 2.78 seconds |
| Top Speed | 256 km/h | 256 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,139 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width | 2,241 mm | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm | 3,069 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres | 509 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/40R21 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/35R21 | 305/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P-Zero | Pirelli P-Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 10-spoke Silver Diamond-turned Alloys | 21" 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) |
| Chassis Notes | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Fixed | Fixed |
| 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 |
| 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 | Keyless Entry | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | No | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Tyre puncture repair kit | Tyre puncture repair kit |
| 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.
900 Sport vs 900 Sport Carbon FAQ
Is the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport or Lotus Emeya 900 Sport Carbon better?
The Lotus Emeya 900 Sport is the better value on paper. It has the same 905 hp, 985 Nm, 485 km range and 420 kW DC charging, while costing RM30,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya 900 Sport costs RM699,000, while the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport Carbon costs RM729,000. The difference is RM30,000.
Does the Lotus Emeya 900 Sport Carbon get more performance or range?
No. Both variants have two motors, 905 hp, 985 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 2.78-second 0-100 km/h time and 485 km of EV range.