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Lexus UX vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (199 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (38,700 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus UX or Lotus Emira?

Lexus UX vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Lexus UX

4.6 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • 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

UX

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.

Lexus UX is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,700 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus UX uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 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 199 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Lexus UX takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

UX

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 UX offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus UX is very slightly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus UX offers clearly more boot space – 320 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus UX carries significantly more – 615 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 385 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus UX 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 £38,700
UX

Lexus UX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 199 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a compact luxury crossover that blends sharp styling with a quiet, comfortable cabin, perfect for urban buyers who want premium feel without shouting about it. It rides with poise, serves up plush materials and thoughtful tech, and—while it won’t satisfy anyone chasing track thrills—it's a smart, stylish choice for everyday driving.

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4.6 (6 Reviews)
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marjollet
10 Feb 2026, 16:56:36

After a Toyota Avensis D4D with a BMW engine, I chose the UX 250h F Sport Design and I'm very satisfied.

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Norma
21 Dec 2025, 18:27:57

Lv my UX I live 10 miles outside Belfast do aloy of country driving to reach different places I go t

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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
38,700 - 54,100 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
113 - 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
1,495 - 1,555 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
283 - 320 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 615 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
199 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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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
146 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Lexus UX have?

The Lexus UX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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