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Hyundai i20 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Lotus Eletre?

Hyundai i20 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Hyundai i20 is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,891 £.

Eletre

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 828 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 8.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 813 Nm more.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more boot space – 688 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 336 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
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The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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