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Jeep Compass vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Lotus Emira?

Jeep Compass vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Jeep Compass

2.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Compass

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Compass is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 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 clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 181 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 Jeep Compass takes 8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers visibly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

Compass

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Jeep Compass offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is only slightly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers considerably more boot space – 550 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 399 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries significantly more – 473 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 127 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 473 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Lotus
Is the Jeep Compass offered with different drivetrains?

The Jeep Compass is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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