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Jaguar E-Pace vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Lotus Emira?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jaguar E-Pace is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 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 markedly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Jaguar E-Pace takes 7.3 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers moderately more torque with 540 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

E-Pace

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.

Seats: Jaguar E-Pace offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is a bit lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers clearly more boot space – 494 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 343 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries considerably more – 554 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 324 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace holds a decisive overall lead 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 £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
Jaguar E-Pace
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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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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Jaguar E-Pace
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Lotus
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