Compare performance (406 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Maserati Grecale?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Maserati Grecale is moderately cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,990 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Maserati Grecale uses 8.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
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 Maserati Grecale offers markedly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Grecale delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
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: Maserati Grecale offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is clearly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 349 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Maserati Grecale offers substantially more boot space – 535 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 384 L.
When it comes to payload, the Maserati Grecale carries clearly more – 690 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 460 kg.
The Maserati Grecale 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.
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.
detailsThe Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
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Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
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Price
71,600 - 107,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
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co2
199 - 254 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
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
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Curb weight
1,870 - 2,027 kg
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
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Width
1,948 - 1,979 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
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Payload
643 - 690 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Power HP
301 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Torque
450 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Power kW
221 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 3,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Maserati
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