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Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lotus Emeya comparison
Compare performance (503 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or Lotus Emeya?
Audi Q8 e-tron vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences
Q8 e-tron
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi Q8 e-tron is considerably cheaper – starting at 65,100 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 15 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
Emeya
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 Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is somewhat faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Audi Q8 e-tron tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers only slightly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 973 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm more.
Q8 e-tron
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emeya is very slightly lighter – 2,555 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers a bit more boot space – 569 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 249 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries very slightly more – 595 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Emeya is clearly superior 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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Lotus Emeya
Audi Q8 e-tron
Lotus Emeya
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Audi Q8 e-tron
The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.
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Lotus Emeya
The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
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Audi Q8 e-tron
Lotus Emeya
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,915 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Lotus
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