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Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (50,700 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQV or Lotus Emira?

Mercedes EQV vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Mercedes EQV

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EQV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes EQV is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,700 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,824 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers considerably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes EQV takes 10.3 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers noticeably more torque with 480 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 115 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is significantly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,666 kg. The difference is around 1,145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQV offers clearly more boot space – 1,410 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 1,259 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQV carries considerably more – 834 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 604 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQV comes out modestly 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 £50,700
EQV

Mercedes EQV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 244 - 364 km
Mercedes EQV
Lotus Emira

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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 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 EQV
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,700 - 54,400 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
27.1 - 27.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
244 - 364 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 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
Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
6
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,666 - 2,863 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
1,030 - 1,410 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
5,140 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,920 - 1,923 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 - 5,010 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
637 - 834 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.3 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
365 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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