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BYD Han vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Lotus Emeya?

BYD Han vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

BYD Han

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

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  • considerably more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Han

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD Han is clearly cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,402 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers moderately more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 59 km more than the BYD Han.

Emeya

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 Emeya offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BYD Han takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

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

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Han is only slightly lighter – 2,325 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers a bit more boot space – 509 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £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
BYD Han
Lotus Emeya

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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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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BYD Han
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 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
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
450 - 545 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Lotus
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