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Aixam Ambition vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (12,500 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Ambition or Lotus Emira?

Aixam Ambition vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Aixam Ambition

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Lotus Emira

  • substantially more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ambition

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Aixam Ambition is substantially cheaper – starting at 12,500 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,066 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 398 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers substantially more torque with 480 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Aixam Ambition is substantially lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 1,096 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Aixam Ambition carries very slightly more – 250 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Aixam Ambition stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £12,500
Ambition

Aixam Ambition

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 - 130 km
Aixam Ambition
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Aixam Ambition

The Aixam Ambition stands out with its compact design and impressive manoeuvrability, making it an ideal choice for urban driving. Its stylish appearance is complemented by a comfortable interior that prioritises driver and passenger experience. With a keen focus on efficiency, this microcar perfectly caters to those seeking an economical yet functional solution for city travel.

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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Aixam Ambition
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
12,500 - 16,700 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
75 - 130 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
425 - 440 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Aixam
Brand
Lotus
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