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Maxus Mifa 9 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (59,100 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus Mifa 9 or Lotus Eletre?

Maxus Mifa 9 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Maxus Mifa 9

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • considerably more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mifa 9

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Maxus Mifa 9 is significantly cheaper – starting at 59,100 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Maxus Mifa 9 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 21.3 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 130 km more than the Maxus Mifa 9.

Eletre

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 Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 673 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Maxus Mifa 9 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is markedly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Maxus Mifa 9 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 635 Nm more.

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: Maxus Mifa 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Maxus Mifa 9 is only slightly lighter – 2,385 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more boot space – 688 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Maxus Mifa 9 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,017 L, about 485 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Mifa 9 carries visibly more – 615 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
Maxus Mifa 9
Lotus Eletre

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Maxus Mifa 9

The Maxus Mifa 9 arrives as a roomy, tech-laden electric MPV that quietly turns family hauling into a first-class commute. With an airy cabin, smart infotainment and a calm, refined ride, it’s an appealing choice for buyers who want practicality without sacrificing polish — and yes, it’s surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Maxus Mifa 9
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,100 - 71,100 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 21.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
430 - 440 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,385 - 2,610 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
5,270 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,840 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,017 L
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
485 - 615 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
180 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Maxus
Brand
Lotus
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