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BMW i4 vs Lotus Emeya comparison
Compare performance (601 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Lotus Emeya?
BMW i4 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
i4
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW i4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 49,900 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,677 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i4 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers barely more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 33 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
Emeya
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 Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 317 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW i4 takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers moderately more torque with 985 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.
i4
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, BMW i4 is noticeably lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers very 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.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW i4 is narrowly ahead 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 £49,900
BMW i4
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BMW i4
The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.
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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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BMW i4
Lotus Emeya
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49,900 - 63,200 £
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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
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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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
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
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
2,070 - 2,285 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
445 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 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
400 - 795 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
210 - 442 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
2,024 - 2,025
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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
BMW
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Brand
Lotus
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