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BMW X4 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Lotus Emeya?

BMW X4 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

BMW X4

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Lotus Emeya

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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 51,900 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,705 £.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 510 HP. That’s roughly 408 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 X4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is very slightly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the BMW X4 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers markedly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm more.

X4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X4 is clearly lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers marginally more boot space – 525 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X4 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 42 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 545 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £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 X4
Lotus Emeya

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lotus
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