Global EV Comparison: Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) vs Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
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General Info
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €145990. The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) is a SUV, whereas the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, India |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €145990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €129995 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 547 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 719 km |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 554 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.9 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 109 kWh | 108.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 29 kWh/100 km | 19.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.45 km/kWh | 5.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.6 | 8.1 |
Charging
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 367 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) maxes out at 207 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 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 367 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 7.1 |
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 100 km/h.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 675 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 905 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 985 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.9 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.9 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) is wider and taller, but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is longer.
The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5103 mm | 5216 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2135 mm | 2125 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2019 mm | 1926 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1512 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3019 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…), but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024).
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2725 kg | 2635 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 611 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1532 l | 1700 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 46 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2250 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.1 | 6.3 |
