Compare performance (8 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Ami or Lotus Emira?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Citroen Ami is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,723 £.
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 8 HP. That’s roughly 398 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen Ami is considerably lighter – 470 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 1,051 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emira offers clearly more boot space – 151 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 230 kg.
The Citroen Ami is far ahead 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.
The Citroën Ami is a cheeky, ultra-compact city runabout that turns parking into a non-event and makes traffic feel almost friendly. It won't thrill you with speed or luxury, but as an economical, fuss-free way to nip around town and save on congestion, it's a clever little solution for urban life—with personality to spare.
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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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Price
6,800 - 8,200 £
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Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
470 - 483 kg
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Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,390 mm
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Width
1,895 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
217 - 230 kg
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Lotus
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