Global EV Comparison: BMW iX M60 xDrive vs Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE)
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General Info
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €124090. The BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €111765 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2025 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €124090 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €111765 | €112900 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) has a larger battery, the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 476 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 566 km | 530 km |
| Range (GCC) | 461 km | 446 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.5 kWh | 111.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.6 kWh | 109 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.6 kWh/100 km | 24.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.24 km/kWh | 4.09 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 5.3 |
Charging
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 367 kW, while the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) maxes out at 195 kW.
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 367 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 462 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 620 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1100 Nm | 710 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is longer and wider, but the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4953 mm | 5103 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2135 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 2019 mm |
| Height | 1696 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3019 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…), but the BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX M60 xDrive (2022-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…).
| Property | BMW iX M60 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2659 kg | 2595 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 611 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 1532 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 46 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.3 | 8 |
