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BMW iX1 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (42,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Lotus Emeya?

BMW iX1 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

BMW iX1

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW iX1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 42,300 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX1 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers a bit more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 66 km more than the BMW iX1.

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 substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 605 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 491 Nm more.

iX1

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX1 is noticeably lighter – 1,940 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers barely more boot space – 509 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya stands well ahead of its rival 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 iX1
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX1

The BMW iX1 is a compact electric crossover that blends BMW's characteristic driving dynamics with a practical, premium interior, making it a strong choice for buyers who want an upscale daily driver with electric efficiency. It delivers composed handling for city and motorway use, while its clean, modern styling and intuitive tech give the cabin an inviting, contemporary feel.

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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 iX1
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,300 - 55,200 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
466 - 514 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,940 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
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Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
495 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
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