Compare performance (544 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (93,900 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS 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.
Lotus Emeya is only slightly cheaper – starting at 92,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,338 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is a bit more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 236 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 Lotus Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is moderately faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers slightly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 858 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm more.
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, Mercedes EQS is marginally lighter – 2,545 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers slightly more boot space – 610 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 382 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries only slightly more – 565 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Lotus Emeya holds a decisive overall lead 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 Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.
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
93,900 - 123,500 £
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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
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
790 - 816 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
118 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
0 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
Hatchback
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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
2,545 - 2,655 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
610 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
5,223 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,926 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,512 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
550 - 565 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
360 - 544 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
568 - 858 Nm
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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
265 - 400 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Lotus
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