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BYD ETP3 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Lotus Eletre?

BYD ETP3 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD ETP3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,085 £.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 337 km more than the BYD ETP3.

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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 Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 782 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is clearly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 165 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 805 Nm more.

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: Lotus Eletre offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is clearly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 925 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 offers substantially more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 1,968 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
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The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lotus
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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