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Mazda 2 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Lotus Emeya?

Mazda 2 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,342 £.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 803 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is visibly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 834 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is considerably lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,456 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more boot space – 509 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,388 L, about 438 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya is narrowly ahead 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
Mazda 2
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 2

The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.

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Mazda 2
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lotus
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