Compare performance (406 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 213000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Lotus Emira has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 129429 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: McLaren Supercar Series Coupe manages with 4.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.20 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe has a decisively edge – offering 700 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 294 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe performs to a small extent better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Lotus Emira tops out at 291 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: McLaren Supercar Series Coupe pulls distinct stronger with 720 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In curb weight, Lotus Emira is barely noticeable lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1498 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.
The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.
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Price
83600 - 106000 £
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Price
213000 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.60 L
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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
33 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
7.40 kWh
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
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co2
104 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
2
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1455 - 1533 kg
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Curb weight
1498 kg
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4413 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1895 - 1896 mm
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Width
1913 mm
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Height
1235 mm
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Height
1193 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
213 - 290 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Power HP
700 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
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Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
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Max Speed
330 km/h
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Torque
720 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Power kW
515 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
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Engine capacity
2993 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
McLaren
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.