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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Lotus Emira comparison
Compare performance (392 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Lotus Emira?
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Lotus Emira: Key differences
4 Series Gran Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,371 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.
Emira
Engine and Performance:
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 Emira offers marginally more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.
4 Series Gran Coupe
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.
Seats: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is a bit lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more boot space – 470 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries substantially more – 480 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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.
from £46,200
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Lotus Emira
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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
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.
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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Lotus Emira
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
208 - 245 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
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,895 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
213 - 230 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
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Lotus
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