USA EV Comparison: MG IM6 Performance vs Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon)

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a longer body, while the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

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.