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Lotus Emira vs Omoda 9 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 537 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Omoda 9?

Lotus Emira vs Omoda 9: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Omoda 9

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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Omoda 9 is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,300 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,229 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Omoda 9 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 L/100km.

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 Omoda 9 offers visibly more power – delivering 537 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Omoda 9 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Omoda 9 delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Emira

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Omoda 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is significantly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,270 kg. The difference is around 749 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Omoda 9 offers clearly more boot space – 471 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the Omoda 9 carries considerably more – 447 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 217 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Omoda 9 is decisively ahead 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.

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Omoda 9

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 537 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 145 km
Lotus Emira
Omoda 9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Omoda 9

The Omoda 9 blends bold, contemporary styling with a surprisingly spacious and well-appointed interior that punches above its class. It offers a composed, comfortable ride and modern infotainment and safety features that make it a strong choice for buyers wanting a practical yet stylish family crossover.

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Lotus Emira
Omoda 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Price
45,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
145 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,270 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
471 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
Payload
447 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
537 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
395 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Omoda
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