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Lotus Emira vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or VW Tayron?

Lotus Emira vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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VW Tayron

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly 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.

VW Tayron is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,350 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.7 L/100km.

Tayron

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 Lotus Emira offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW Tayron takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers somewhat more torque with 480 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Emira

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Tayron offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is moderately lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers significantly more boot space – 885 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 734 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries substantially more – 573 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 343 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 123 km
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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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Jack
4 May 2026, 15:16:08

Top suspension, performance more than adequate, trunk gigantic, and the Matrix headlights are great.

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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 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
497 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Lotus
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

The Lotus Emira is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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