Compare performance (918 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Lucid Air?
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.
Lucid Air is clearly cheaper – starting at 72,900 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,705 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is substantially more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers clearly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 302 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 Lucid Air offers visibly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 918 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Lotus Emeya takes 2.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is noticeably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Lotus Emeya tops out at 256 km/h. The difference is around 74 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 955 Nm more.
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, Lucid Air is clearly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers slightly more boot space – 627 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries barely more – 588 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.
The Lucid Air holds a decisive overall lead 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 Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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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
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
5,139 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 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
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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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
Lucid
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