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Lotus Eletre vs Denza Z9GT comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 88,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Denza Z9GT?

Lotus Eletre vs Denza Z9GT: Key differences

Lotus Eletre

  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Denza Z9GT

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  • visibly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Eletre

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lotus Eletre is only slightly cheaper – starting at 85,700 £ , while the Denza Z9GT costs 88,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,009 £.

As for electric range, the Denza Z9GT offers marginally more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 30 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Z9GT

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 Denza Z9GT offers visibly more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 918 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Denza Z9GT is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 2.7 s, while the Lotus Eletre takes 3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Denza Z9GT delivers a bit more torque with 1,210 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 225 Nm more.

Eletre

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Eletre is only slightly lighter – 2,565 kg compared to 2,810 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more boot space – 688 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Denza Z9GT shows a few small advantages 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 £88,700
Z9GT

Denza Z9GT

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 776 - 1,156 HP
  • Electric Range 203 - 600 km
Lotus Eletre
Denza Z9GT

Costs and Consumption

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Denza Z9GT

Denza Z9 GT is a sporty, upscale electric grand tourer from Denza that pairs bold, modern styling with a quiet, well-appointed interior. It’s aimed at buyers who want a refined, tech-forward driving experience with a focus on comfort and confident on-road manners.

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Lotus Eletre
Denza Z9GT

Costs and Consumption

Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Price
88,700 - 100,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Electric Range
203 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
2,810 - 2,895 kg
Trunk capacity
688 L
Trunk capacity
478 - 495 L
Length
5,103 mm
Length
-
Width
2,060 mm
Width
1,990 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 485 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, 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
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
776 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.6 s
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
1,035 - 1,210 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
570 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Denza
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