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Lotus Emeya vs Mitsubishi Grandis - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (918 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (92600 £ vs 24800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Mitsubishi Grandis?

Lotus Emeya

Mitsubishi Grandis

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

Emeya

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Grandis has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67714 £.

Emeya

Engine and Performance:

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 has a clearly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 760 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.10 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emeya performs distinct better – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Grandis tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emeya pulls convincingly stronger with 985 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

Emeya

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is significantly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 2555 kg. The difference is around 1196 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers slightly more room – 576 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Grandis performs to a small extent better – up to 1682 L, which is about 294 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Emeya slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lotus Emeya shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 485 - 580 km
Lotus Emeya
Mitsubishi Grandis

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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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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Lotus Emeya
Mitsubishi Grandis

Costs and Consumption

Price
92600 - 138000 £
Price
24800 - 35000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
98.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2555 - 2650 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
5139 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1388 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the Lotus Emeya?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.