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Lotus Emira vs DS Automobiles N°8 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 50,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or DS Automobiles N°8?

Lotus Emira vs DS Automobiles N°8: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • very slightly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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DS Automobiles N°8

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • 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.

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

Emira

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles N°8 is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,000 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,600 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers very slightly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 375 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles N°8 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°8 delivers marginally more torque with 509 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 29 Nm more.

Emira

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles N°8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is considerably lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,132 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers significantly more boot space – 621 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 470 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°8 carries clearly more – 520 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°8 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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DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 550 - 749 km
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Lotus Emira

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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Reviews Lotus Emira

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DS Automobiles N°8

The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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Reviews DS Automobiles N°8

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Pierre
18 Sept 2026, 22:08:36

I own the Long Range 245. Great car. Admittedly I’m not a big fan of the multimedia system, but it’s nothing serious. The car is classy, original, comfortable. A daily joy that does France proud.

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Sophal
8 Dec 2025, 05:26:40

Top quality, premium materials, top range. Apart from the horsepower figure, better than the Audi A6 in every respect.

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DS Automobiles N°8

Costs and Consumption
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Price
50,000 - 65,100 £
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
15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
550 - 749 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,132 - 2,289 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 621 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
Payload
508 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

The Lotus Emira is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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