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Lotus Eletre Test Drive: Betrayal or Evolution of the Brand?
James
Jun 16, 2025
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General
Retail Price
RM 158,888
RM 798,000
Top Speed(km/h)
195
265
0-100km/h(s)
10.4
2.9
Manufacturers Claim(L/100km)
5.4
-
Launched Year
2021
2023
On Sale
√
√
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years / 300,000 km
-
Fuel Type
Petrol
EV
Body
Segment
C-Segment
E-Segment
Length(mm)
4675
5103
Width(mm)
1825
2019
Height(mm)
1430
1636
Wheelbase(mm)
2720
3019
Weight(kg)
1210
-
Doors
4
5
Seats
5
5
Fueltank(litres)
47
-
Boot Volume(L)
474
688
Engine
Capacity(cc)
1598
-
Capacity(L)
1.6
-
Aspiration Form
NA
-
Engine Power(PS)
123
-
Rpm at Max Hp(RPM)
6300
-
Rpm at Max torque(RPM)
4500
-
Number of Cylinders
4
-
Electric Motor/Battery
Motor Type
-
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Motor Output(PS)
-
917
Motor Torque(Nm)
-
985
Front Motor Output(kW)
-
225
Rear Motor Output(kW)
-
450
Number Of Motors
-
2
Combined System Output(PS)
-
917
Combined System Output(kW)
-
674
Combined System Torque(Nm)
-
985
Battery Type
-
Lithium-ion
Transmission
Number of gear
-
-
Transmission
CVT
EV
Chassis Steering
Driven Wheels
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Front Suspension
MacPherson Independent Suspension
Multi-link Independent Suspension
Rear Suspension
-
Multi-link Independent Suspension
Wheel Braking
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Parking Brake
Electric Parking Brake
Electric Parking Brake
Front Tyres
225 / 45 R17
275 / 40 R22
Rear Tyres
225 / 45 R17
315 / 35 R22
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
None
Off-road Performance
Ground Clearance
-
194
Active Safety Features
ABS/EBD
●
●
Electronic Stability Control(ESC)
●
●
Seatbelt Reminder
-
-
Blind Spot Info System
●
●
Lane-keeping Alert
●
●
Autonomous Emergency Braking
●
●
Collision Warning
●
●
Passive Safety Features
Airbags
6
5
Driver Passenger Seat Airbags
●
●
Front Passenger Seat Airbags
●
●
Front Side Airbags
●
●
Front Curtain Airbags
●
●
Rear Curtain Airbags
●
●
Rear Airbags
-
●
ISOFIX
●
●
Airbag Disable Function
●
●
Driver Assistance Features
Cruise Control
-
-
Parking Sensor Front
●
●
Parking Sensor Rear
●
●
Parking Camera
rear cameras
rear cameras
Auto Parking
-
-
Auto Start/Stop
-
-
Hill Start Assist
●
●
Interior Features
Multi-function Steering Wheel
●
●
Paddle Shift
-
-
Head-up Display
-
●
Instrument Cluster
Full 10.25" Supervision TFT LCD with Rheostat
Digital Multi-function Display
In-car/Out-car Power Supply
Power Socket
●
●
Anti-theft Features
Door Lock
Keyless Operation
Keyless Operation
Seat Features
Seat Features(Front-Driver)
8-way power adjustable with lumar support
8‑Way Driver Power Seat
Seat Features(Passenger)
8-way power adjustable
Passenger seat with adjustable 8 ways
Seat Features(Rear)
60:40 Split-folding
Foldable seat 60:40
Air Conditioning Features
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Auto
Rear Air-con
●
●
Lighting Features
Headlamps
LED
LED
Taillamps
-
-
Daytime Running Lights
●
●
Auto Headlamps
●
●
Front Foglamps
-
●
Rear Foglamps
●
●
Interior Lighting
●
●
Glass/Rearview Mirror
Sunroof
-
●single sunroof
Sunshade
-
●
Folding Wing Mirrors
●
●
Auto Wipers
●
●
Multimedia Features
Screen
Touchscreen
Audio touch screen display
Screen Size(inch)
8
15.1
Speaker Brand
-
-
Sound Plus Functions
●
-
Speakers
6 Speakers
-
Hyundai Elantra vs Lotus Eletre Compare Review at PCauto
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2021 Hyundai Elantra Premium Snapshot
Starting at RM 158,888, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Premium arrived on 2021. Its Petrol engine sips just 5.4L/100km.
2023 Lotus Eletre R Snapshot
Starting at RM 798,000, the 2023 Lotus Eletre R arrived on 2023. Its EV engine sips just -L/100km.
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Hyundai Elantra vs Lotus Eletre Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | Sharp stylingGood performanceEasy-to-use infotainment systemSpacious cabin | The trunk is shallowOnly equipped with manual air conditioningPower performance is averageBasic power system is slightly weak, hope for manual gear selection, high-speed fuel economy is disappointing |
| Lotus Eletre | The exterior design is stylish and futuristicSuperb performanceThe design is eye-catching, with luxurious interiors. The impressive range of the base model and S model leave a deep impression. | The space in the rear seats needs to be improvedThe compact instrument control panel is hard to read while drivingNot as light as the Lotus sports car, high starting price, the top R model has a short charging range |
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