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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
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Price
92,600 - 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
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,849 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,555 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 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
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 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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