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Genesis GV70 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis GV70 or Lotus Emira?

Genesis GV70 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Genesis GV70

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

GV70

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Genesis GV70 is clearly cheaper – starting at 59,200 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,386 £.

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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 Genesis GV70 offers moderately more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Genesis GV70 takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

GV70

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Genesis GV70 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is significantly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 814 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV70 offers clearly more boot space – 503 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 352 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV70 carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 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 £59,200
GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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Genesis GV70

The Genesis GV70 pairs coupe-like styling with a sumptuous, high-quality interior that feels more like a bespoke lounge than a typical compact crossover. It drives with composure and poise, offering a supremely comfortable daily companion that quietly challenges established luxury names while giving buyers plenty of premium kit for the money.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
503 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
515 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Genesis
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Genesis GV70?

The Genesis GV70 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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