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Lotus Emeya vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (918 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (92600 £ vs 87900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Porsche Taycan?

Lotus Emeya

Porsche Taycan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Porsche Taycan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87900 £, while the Lotus Emeya costs 92600 £. That’s a price difference of around 4620 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Lotus Emeya with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan performs a bit better – achieving up to 680 km, about 100 km more than the Lotus Emeya.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Porsche Taycan has a a bit edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 918 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the Lotus Emeya takes 2.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs somewhat better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Lotus Emeya tops out at 256 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls evident stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm difference.

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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: Lotus Emeya offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Taycan is slightly lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2555 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers evident more room – 509 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan to a small extent takes the win – 635 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Taycan proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Taycan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £87,900
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Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 1034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 552 - 680 km
Lotus Emeya
Porsche Taycan

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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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Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.

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Lotus Emeya
Porsche Taycan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
92600 - 138000 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
98.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2555 - 2650 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
5139 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1388 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
175 - 635 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Lotus Emeya?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.