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Lotus Emira vs BMW i4 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 601 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 49,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or BMW i4?

Lotus Emira vs BMW i4: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • visibly lighter
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BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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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

Emira

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.

BMW i4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 49,400 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,200 £.

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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 BMW i4 offers markedly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers clearly more torque with 795 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm more.

Emira

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: BMW i4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is visibly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 549 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers significantly more boot space – 470 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 319 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i4 carries clearly more – 480 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far ahead overall 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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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Marco
23 Apr 2026, 14:56:19

Amazing car with enormous torque, equipment and driving experience, at an acceptable fuel consumption.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
Payload
445 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

The Lotus Emira is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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