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Lotus Emeya vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Lotus Emeya vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Lotus Emeya

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Emeya

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,205 £.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 618 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 585 Nm more.

Emeya

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,060 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers a bit more boot space – 509 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya is decisively ahead 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
Lotus Emeya
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Lotus Emeya
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
5,139 mm
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Lotus
Brand
BMW
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