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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe vs Lotus Emira - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (92500 £ vs 83600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Chevrolet Corvette Coupe or Lotus Emira?

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Lotus Emira

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

Emira

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lotus Emira has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe costs 92500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lotus Emira manages with 9.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with 12.60 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

Emira

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 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 304 km/h, while the Lotus Emira tops out at 291 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Chevrolet Corvette Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 806 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 326 Nm difference.

Emira

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 2 people.

In curb weight, Lotus Emira is somewhat lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1730 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers significantly more room – 357 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 206 L.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Emira to a small extent takes the win – 290 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 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.

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Lotus Emira

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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 482 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.6 - 16.5 L

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

The Corvette is a head-turning American sports car that pairs sculpted, aggressive looks with a cockpit built for driving enjoyment, complete with a thunderous soundtrack that refuses to be ignored. It delivers near-supercar thrills without the fuss of exotic ownership, making it a tantalizing pick for buyers who want performance and personality in one package.

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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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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
92500 - 156300 £
Price
83600 - 106000 £
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
289 - 377 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1533 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4634 - 4734 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1934 - 2025 mm
Width
1895 - 1896 mm
Height
1235 - 1237 mm
Height
1235 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
193 - 250 kg
Payload
213 - 290 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
296 - 304 km/h
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Chevrolet
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.