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Genesis G70 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G70 or Lotus Emeya?

Genesis G70 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Genesis G70

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G70

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Genesis G70 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,008 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 673 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 Genesis G70 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is barely faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Genesis G70 tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm more.

G70

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 is clearly lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 828 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more boot space – 509 L compared to 330 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 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
Genesis G70
Lotus Emeya

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Genesis G70

The Genesis G70 blends sleek, low-slung styling with a cabin that feels more bespoke than bargain-bin, delivering driver-focused dynamics that make long runs and twisty roads equally entertaining. With premium materials, thoughtful tech and a value proposition that nudges past its German rivals, it’s the kind of compact executive that feels serious but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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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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Genesis G70
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 44,500 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
170 - 206 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
330 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,685 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
413 - 452 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
230 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Lotus
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