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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (210 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (48,000 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Giulia or Lotus Emira?

Alfa Romeo Giulia vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Giulia

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space

Lotus Emira

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

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

Giulia

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Alfa Romeo Giulia is substantially cheaper – starting at 48,000 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alfa Romeo Giulia uses 5.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

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 significantly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Alfa Romeo Giulia takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers only slightly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

Giulia

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Alfa Romeo Giulia offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is a bit lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers clearly more boot space – 480 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 329 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Giulia carries significantly more – 535 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is far ahead overall 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.

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Giulia

Alfa Romeo Giulia

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 210 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 L/100km
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The Alfa Romeo Giulia captivates with its stunning Italian design and dynamic performance, representing a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness. Its engaging driving experience, characterised by precise handling and responsive steering, appeals to enthusiasts who crave the thrill of the road. Inside, the Giulia showcases a beautifully crafted interior that combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, making every journey a delight.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,000 - 52,700 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
141 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
480 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,895 - 1,896 mm
Height
-
Height
1,235 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
213 - 290 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
210 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Torque
470 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
154 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Brand
Lotus
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia offered with different drivetrains?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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