Global 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 and can be purchased new. The Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2023-…) has a starting price of €145990, compared to the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...), which starts at €58800.
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 Europe (New) | €145990 | €58800 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €129995 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| 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) | 450 km | 504 km |
| Range (GCC) | 376 km | 428 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.9 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 109 kWh | 96.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 29 kWh/100 km | 22.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.45 km/kWh | 4.44 km/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 2 | 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 100 km/h.
| 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 | 985 Nm | 802 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.9 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 240 km/h |
| 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 | 5103 mm | 4904 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2135 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2019 mm | 1988 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3019 mm | 2950 mm |
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 2250 kg, whereas the MG IM6 Performance (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lotus Eletre R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | MG IM6 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2725 kg | 2410 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 611 l | 665 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1532 l | 1640 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 46 l | 32 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2250 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.1 | 7.5 |