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Lexus LM vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Lotus Emira?

Lexus LM vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • markedly more efficient
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Lotus Emira

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LM

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.

Lotus Emira is markedly cheaper – starting at 83,600 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Emira

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 Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

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: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is substantially lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 824 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emira offers noticeably more boot space – 151 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emira 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 £83,600
Emira

Lotus Emira

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 365 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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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
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
160 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Lexus LM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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