Compare performance (918 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Lotus Eletre?
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 Eletre is barely cheaper – starting at 85,700 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 10 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
Both models deliver identical power – 918 HP each.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Lotus Eletre takes 3 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is barely faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Lotus Emeya tops out at 256 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 985 Nm.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emeya is marginally lighter – 2,555 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more boot space – 688 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,532 L, about 144 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
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.
The Lotus Eletre is barely 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
5,139 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Lotus
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