Compare performance (918 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Mercedes G-Class?
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 Emeya is slightly cheaper – starting at 92,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,028 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is considerably more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 9.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers a bit more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 101 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.
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 Lotus Emeya offers noticeably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers moderately more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.
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, Mercedes G-Class is barely lighter – 2,485 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 131 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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.
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 G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
479 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 - 336 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
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
640 L
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Length
5,139 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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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
115 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
Automatic Gearbox, 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
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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