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Mercedes EQE SUV vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE SUV or Lotus Emira?

Mercedes EQE SUV vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Mercedes EQE SUV

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQE SUV

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQE SUV is somewhat cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,018 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers visibly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE SUV delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

EQE SUV

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes EQE SUV offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is significantly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,440 kg. The difference is around 919 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers significantly more boot space – 520 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 369 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE SUV carries considerably more – 580 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 350 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE SUV 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.

from £71,600
EQE SUV

Mercedes EQE SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 453 - 611 km
Mercedes EQE SUV
Lotus Emira

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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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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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Mercedes EQE SUV
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 125,100 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
453 - 611 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,440 - 2,615 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4,863 - 4,879 mm
Length
-
Width
1,940 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,672 - 1,685 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,675 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 580 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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