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Lotus Emeya vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Lotus Emeya vs Toyota Urban Cruiser: Key differences

Lotus Emeya

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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Toyota Urban Cruiser

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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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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.

Toyota Urban Cruiser is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,142 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers visibly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 154 km more than the Toyota Urban Cruiser.

Urban Cruiser

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 Lotus Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 734 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 678 Nm more.

Emeya

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Urban Cruiser is noticeably lighter – 1,839 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 716 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers markedly more boot space – 509 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Toyota Urban Cruiser

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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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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Lotus Emeya
Toyota Urban Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Price
33,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
395 - 426 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
1,839 - 1,939 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
5,139 mm
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
411 - 421 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Power HP
174 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
128 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Toyota
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