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BMW X2 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (41,700 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or Lotus Emira?

BMW X2 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

BMW X2

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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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

X2

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW X2 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,700 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X2 uses 4.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW X2 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers slightly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

X2

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW X2 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is only slightly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,645 kg. The difference is around 124 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X2 offers significantly more boot space – 560 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X2 carries clearly more – 510 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X2 is clearly superior overall 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 £41,700
X2

BMW X2

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 7.7 L/100km
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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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Excellent, very attractive car. Drives superbly. I previously had the XC40 — that was fine, but the BMW suits me better in pretty much every respect.

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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
41,700 - 59,600 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,645 - 1,780 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the BMW X2 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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