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Lotus Emira vs Morgan Plus Four - Differences and prices compared

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?

Lotus Emira

Morgan Plus Four

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.

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 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Lotus Emira
Morgan Plus Four

Costs and Consumption

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from about £83,600
Emira

Lotus Emira

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 365 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.2 - 11.3 L

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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Morgan Plus Four

The 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.

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Lotus Emira
Morgan Plus Four

Costs and Consumption

Price
83600 - 106000 £
Price
65900 - 68600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1455 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1009 - 1013 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4413 mm
Length
3830 mm
Width
1895 - 1896 mm
Width
1650 mm
Height
1235 mm
Height
1250 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
213 - 290 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Max Speed
240 km/h
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
350 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Morgan
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.