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Mercedes A-Class vs Lotus Emira – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Mercedes A-Class meets Lotus Emira.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mercedes A-Class

Lotus Emira

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A-Class has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £, while the Lotus Emira costs 93800 £. That’s a price difference of around 61586 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.20 L. The difference is about 6.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Emira has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 406 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes A-Class takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emira performs to a small extent better – reaching 291 km/h, while the Mercedes A-Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emira pulls slight stronger with 480 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes A-Class offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is slight lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A-Class offers convincingly more room – 350 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class convincingly takes the win – 485 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Mercedes A-Class
Lotus Emira

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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
93800 - 96400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1493 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1896 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1235 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
270 - 290 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.3 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
298 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus

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Is the Mercedes A-Class offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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