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Mazda MX-30 vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Lotus Emeya?

Mazda MX-30 vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Lotus Emeya

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

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

MX-30

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 MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 495 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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 significantly 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 Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is substantially faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 116 km/h.

MX-30

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 MX-30 is noticeably lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 706 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers markedly more boot space – 509 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,388 L, about 233 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries markedly more – 545 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya is decisively 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 MX-30
Lotus Emeya

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Mazda MX-30

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.

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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 MX-30
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
170 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lotus
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