USA EV Comparison: Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) vs MG IM6 Performance
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a starting price of $229900, while the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $229900 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a larger battery, the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi | 313 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 234 mi | 266 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.9 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 109 kWh | 96.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 46.6 kWh/100 mi | 36.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.15 mi/kWh | 2.76 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.6 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
The MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) maxes out at 367 kW.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 367 kW | 369 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 8.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 675 kW | 553 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 905 hp | 742 hp |
| Motor Torque | 726 lb-ft | 592 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 2.8 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 162 mph | 149 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.9 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...).
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 200.9 in | 193.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 84.1 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 79.5 in | 78.3 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 116.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4960 lb, whereas the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 6007 lb | 5313 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 21.6 ft3 | 23.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 54.1 ft3 | 57.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.6 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 4960 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.1 | 7.5 |
