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Jaguar I-Pace vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or Lotus Emeya?

Jaguar I-Pace vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially 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

I-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jaguar I-Pace is slightly cheaper – starting at 79,200 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,362 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 6.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers slightly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 111 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

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 considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 518 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Jaguar I-Pace takes 4.8 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is visibly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Jaguar I-Pace tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 696 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.

I-Pace

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, Jaguar I-Pace is slightly lighter – 2,226 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers clearly more boot space – 638 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Jaguar I-Pace offers barely more capacity – up to 1,453 L, about 65 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya is far ahead 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
Jaguar I-Pace
Lotus Emeya

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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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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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Jaguar I-Pace
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
444 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Lotus
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