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Lotus Emira vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe - Differences and prices compared

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?

Lotus Emira

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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.

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.

Emira

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 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.

Emira

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

about £213,000
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 700 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.60 L
  • Electric Range : 33 km
Lotus Emira
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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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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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

The 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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Lotus Emira
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
83600 - 106000 £
Price
213000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.60 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
7.40 kWh
co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1455 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1498 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4413 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1895 - 1896 mm
Width
1913 mm
Height
1235 mm
Height
1193 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
213 - 290 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Max Speed
330 km/h
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lotus
Brand
McLaren
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.