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Lotus Emira vs Porsche 911 Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (406 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 116800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Porsche 911 Coupe?

Lotus Emira

Porsche 911 Coupe

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £, while the Porsche 911 Coupe costs 116800 £. That’s a price difference of around 33257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lotus Emira manages with 9.20 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Porsche 911 Coupe with 10.10 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

911 Coupe

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 Porsche 911 Coupe has a clearly 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 Coupe is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 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: Porsche 911 Coupe pulls distinct stronger with 800 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 320 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.

Seats: Porsche 911 Coupe offers clearly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, Lotus Emira is minimal lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1525 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche 911 Coupe offers clearly more room – 373 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche 911 Coupe slight takes the win – 310 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche 911 Coupe proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche 911 Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £116,800
911 Coupe

Porsche 911 Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 394 - 711 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 10.1 - 13.8 L
Lotus Emira
Porsche 911 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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Porsche 911 Coupe

The Porsche 911 Coupe remains the iconic sports car you buy when you want a thrilling weekend weapon that still behaves like a civilized companion during the weekdays. Its classic silhouette and razor‑sharp handling deliver a grin-inducing drive every time, while the polished interior and intuitive controls remind you this is a car built for drivers, not just headlines.

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Lotus Emira
Porsche 911 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
83600 - 106000 £
Price
116800 - 234900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption L/100km
10.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
229 - 312 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
58 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 - 64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2 - 4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1455 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1525 - 1815 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
264 - 373 L
Length
4413 mm
Length
4535 - 4572 mm
Width
1895 - 1896 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
1235 mm
Height
1279 - 1322 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
213 - 290 kg
Payload
205 - 310 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Max Speed
294 - 330 km/h
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.