Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M60 XDrive vs Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE)
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) has a starting price of €72900, compared to the Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...), which starts at €126950.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €72900 | €126950 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €124490 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...).
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 551 km | 610 km |
| Range (GCC) | 429 km | 484 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.1 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 20.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.29 km/kWh | 4.84 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 7 |
Charging
The Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) maxes out at 205 kW.
The Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 205 kW | 350 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 9.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) has more power, the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 442 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 593 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 710 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.9 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...).
The Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 5139 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2241 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 2005 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 3069 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...), but the BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 M60 xDrive (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 M60 XDrive | Lotus Emeya S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2285 kg | 2550 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 509 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 45 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.5 |
