Compare performance (392 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Lotus Emeya?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,362 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 526 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.
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, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 860 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers only slightly more boot space – 509 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe 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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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
131 - 179 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Lotus
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