Compare performance (918 HP vs 1020 HP), boot space and price (92600 £ vs 94300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Tesla Model S?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lotus Emeya has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 92600 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1715 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model S: with 16.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Lotus Emeya with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model S performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 744 km, about 164 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 Tesla Model S has a slight edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 918 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Lotus Emeya takes 2.80 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs evident better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Lotus Emeya tops out at 256 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Tesla Model S is clearly perceptible lighter – 2092 kg compared to 2555 kg. The difference is around 463 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly perceptible more room – 799 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S performs evident better – up to 1828 L, which is about 440 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
When it comes to payload, Lotus Emeya a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.
The Tesla Model S proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model S is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.
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Price
92600 - 138000 £
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Price
94300 - 102800 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
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Battery Capacity
98.90 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
Hatchback
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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
2555 - 2650 kg
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Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Length
5139 mm
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Length
5021 mm
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Width
2005 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1388 L
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Max trunk capacity
1828 L
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Payload
432 - 442 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
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
493 - 750 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
2025
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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
Tesla
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.