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BMW i7 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Lotus Emira?

BMW i7 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

BMW i7

  • visibly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • a bit cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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 Emira is a bit cheaper – starting at 83,600 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,771 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers visibly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers considerably more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW i7 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is considerably lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 1,074 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers considerably more boot space – 500 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 349 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £99,300
i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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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 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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