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Fiat 500 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Lotus Emeya?

Fiat 500 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

500

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers substantially more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 249 km more than the Fiat 500.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 800 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 Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 765 Nm more.

500

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 Emeya offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is clearly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers substantially more boot space – 509 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 324 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries considerably more – 545 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya has the upper hand 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
Fiat 500
Lotus Emeya

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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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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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Fiat 500
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
-
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Lotus
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