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Ford Puma vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Lotus Emira?

Ford Puma vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Puma is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

Emira

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 Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Puma takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers markedly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Puma

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: Ford Puma offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is somewhat lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers significantly more boot space – 523 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 372 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries clearly more – 469 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma stands well ahead of its rival 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 404 - 417 km
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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Marco
29 Jan 2026, 11:36:48

Exceptional car — after a year of use, no problems, only pleasant surprises.

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Dino
23 Dec 2025, 21:51:22

76,000 km in 4 years. Two services carried out. Nothing more.

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Nigga nigga long
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:50

For nigga boys

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Adolf hitler
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:08

Piece of rubbish
Looks gay

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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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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Ford Puma have?

The Ford Puma is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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