Compare performance (170 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Lotus Eletre?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 485 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
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 substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 748 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is significantly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is noticeably lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 716 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers significantly more boot space – 688 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 338 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,532 L, about 377 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
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.
The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.
detailsThe 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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Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
22 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,849 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,555 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Lotus
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