Compare performance (659 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Lotus Emeya?
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.
Lotus Emeya is only slightly cheaper – starting at 92,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,780 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i7 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 44 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 659 HP. That’s roughly 259 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW i7 takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers a bit more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 115 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, Lotus Emeya is only slightly lighter – 2,555 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers very slightly more boot space – 509 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries barely more – 545 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
The Lotus Emeya is decisively 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.
The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.
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
99,300 - 157,200 £
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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
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 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
Sedan
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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
2,595 - 2,770 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 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
1,950 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 - 535 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
455 - 659 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 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
650 - 1,100 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
335 - 485 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
2,022 - 2,023
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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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