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Lotus Emeya vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Nissan Townstar?

Lotus Emeya vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Townstar

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Emeya

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Townstar is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,717 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is somewhat more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers substantially more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 315 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

Townstar

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emeya offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 796 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 Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 10.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 740 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar is markedly lighter – 2,041 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 514 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries barely more – 594 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 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
Nissan Townstar

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Townstar

The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.

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Lotus Emeya
Nissan Townstar

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,139 mm
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
594 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Nissan
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