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Lotus Emira vs Porsche 911 Convertible - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (406 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 122400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Porsche 911 Convertible?
Emira
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Lotus Emira has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 122400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38829 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lotus Emira manages with 9.20 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
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Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Porsche 911 Convertible has a decisively edge – offering 711 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.60 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 Convertible performs slight better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Lotus Emira tops out at 291 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche 911 Convertible pulls noticeable stronger with 800 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm difference.
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Emira
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Porsche 911 Convertible offers clearly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.
In curb weight, Lotus Emira is a bit lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1655 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Porsche 911 Convertible offers barely noticeable more room – 163 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.
When it comes to payload, Porsche 911 Convertible somewhat takes the win – 345 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Porsche 911 Convertible proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche 911 Convertible is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £122,400
Porsche 911 Convertible
Lotus Emira
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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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Porsche 911 Convertible
The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.
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Lotus Emira
Porsche 911 Convertible
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
83600 - 106000 £
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Price
122400 - 244500 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 11.7 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
-
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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
234 - 265 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
63 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
2
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Seats
4
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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
1655 - 1900 kg
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Trunk capacity
163 L
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Length
4413 mm
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Length
4542 - 4553 mm
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Width
1895 - 1896 mm
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Width
1852 - 1900 mm
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Height
1235 mm
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Height
1292 - 1302 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
275 - 345 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Power HP
394 - 711 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
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Max Speed
291 - 322 km/h
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Torque
450 - 800 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
290 - 523 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
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Engine capacity
2981 - 3591 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Porsche
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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.