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Audi A4 Limousine vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Lotus Eletre?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter

Lotus Eletre

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A4 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,877 £.

Eletre

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 653 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is only slightly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Audi A4 Limousine tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is substantially lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,020 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more boot space – 688 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries a bit more – 540 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre holds a decisive overall lead 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Audi A4 Limousine
Lotus Eletre

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Audi A4 Limousine
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lotus
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