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Lotus Emira vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or Porsche Boxster?

Lotus Emira vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • somewhat more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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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.

Lotus Emira is significantly cheaper – starting at 83,600 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lotus Emira uses 9.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Boxster offers somewhat more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers marginally more torque with 480 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Emira

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is only slightly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emira offers a bit more boot space – 151 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Boxster carries somewhat more – 270 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

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.

from £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/100km
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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 Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
213 - 230 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lotus
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

The Lotus Emira is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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