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BMW i7 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

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?

BMW i7 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

BMW i7

  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
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Lotus Emeya

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i7

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.

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.

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 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.

i7

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
BMW i7
Lotus Emeya

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BMW i7

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.

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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 i7
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
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Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
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Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
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