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Lotus Emeya vs ZEEKR X comparison

Compare performance (918 HP vs 496 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or ZEEKR X?

Lotus Emeya vs ZEEKR X: Key differences

Lotus Emeya

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  • substantially more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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ZEEKR X

  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly 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.

ZEEKR X is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR X is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers visibly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 165 km more than the ZEEKR X.

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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 Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 496 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the ZEEKR X takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 573 Nm. That’s about 412 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, ZEEKR X is visibly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers noticeably more boot space – 509 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR X carries barely more – 555 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X holds a slight edge 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.

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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 415 km
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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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The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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Lotus Emeya
ZEEKR X

Costs and Consumption
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Electric Range
330 - 415 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
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
509 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
5,139 mm
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 545 kg
Payload
460 - 555 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
272 - 496 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Power kW
200 - 365 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
ZEEKR
Is the Lotus Emeya offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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