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Lotus Eletre vs Hyundai Inster comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 20,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Hyundai Inster?

Lotus Eletre vs Hyundai Inster: Key differences

Lotus Eletre

  • substantially more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Hyundai Inster

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Inster is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,500 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Inster is substantially more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 8.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 200 km more than the Hyundai Inster.

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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 Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 803 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Hyundai Inster takes 10.6 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 838 Nm more.

Eletre

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: Lotus Eletre offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Inster is substantially lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more boot space – 688 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 408 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries clearly more – 485 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
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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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Hyundai Inster

The Inster has quickly captured the attention of automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic performance. This model seamlessly blends advanced technology with comfort, making it an ideal choice for both daily commutes and adventurous road trips. With its spacious interior and innovative features, the Inster promises an exhilarating driving experience that doesn’t compromise on practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Price
20,500 - 25,800 £
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
14.3 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Electric Range
327 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,433 kg
Trunk capacity
688 L
Trunk capacity
238 - 280 L
Length
5,103 mm
Length
-
Width
2,060 mm
Width
1,610 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 485 kg
Payload
317 - 357 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
97 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
147 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
71 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Eletre have?

The Lotus Eletre is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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