Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs Lotus Eletre 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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) has a starting price of €62970, compared to the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…), which starts at €124090.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €62970 | €124090 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €112900 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 446 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 580 km | 530 km |
| Range (GCC) | 458 km | 446 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 111.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 109 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 24.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.8 km/kWh | 4.09 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5.3 |
Charging
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model Y Performance (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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) maxes out at 250 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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 367 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 461 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 618 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 741 Nm | 710 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...).
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4796 mm | 5103 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2135 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1982 mm | 2019 mm |
| Height | 1611 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 3019 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y 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 S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2108 kg | 2595 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 611 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2138 l | 1532 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | 46 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 8 |
