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Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Lotus Emeya?

Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQV is significantly cheaper – starting at 50,700 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,815 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is considerably more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 27.1 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQV. That’s a difference of about 8.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 216 km more than the Mercedes EQV.

Emeya

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 Lotus Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 714 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is clearly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mercedes EQV tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 116 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm more.

EQV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mercedes EQV offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emeya is very slightly lighter – 2,555 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 111 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers substantially more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 901 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQV offers substantially more capacity – up to 5,010 L, about 3,622 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries markedly more – 834 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 289 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
Mercedes EQV
Lotus Emeya

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Mercedes EQV

The Mercedes EQV is a serene electric people‑mover that wraps practical interior space in true Mercedes luxury, turning long trips into a first‑class commute. It’s perfect for families and executives who want silent, comfortable transport with a premium feel, and it manages to be both sensible and a little bit smug in the best possible way.

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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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Mercedes EQV
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
637 - 834 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
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
204 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
365 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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