Compare performance (406 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 65900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Morgan Plus Four?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Morgan Plus Four has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 65900 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17657 £.
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 Lotus Emira has a distinct edge – offering 406 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Morgan Plus Four takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emira performs somewhat better – reaching 291 km/h, while the Morgan Plus Four tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emira pulls a bit stronger with 480 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 80 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, Morgan Plus Four is convincingly lighter – 1009 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 446 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lotus Emira offers significantly more room – 151 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.
The Lotus Emira holds a decisive overall lead 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 Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
83600 - 106000 £
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Price
65900 - 68600 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
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Consumption 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
-
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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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
Roadster
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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
1009 - 1013 kg
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4413 mm
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Length
3830 mm
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Width
1895 - 1896 mm
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Width
1650 mm
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Height
1235 mm
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Height
1250 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
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
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Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
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Max Speed
240 km/h
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Torque
350 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Power kW
190 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2020
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Morgan
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.