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Mercedes G-Class vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Lotus Emeya?

Mercedes G-Class vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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 a bit cheaper – starting at 92,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,028 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lotus Emeya is substantially more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 9.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 101 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.

Emeya

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 Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 313 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 G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers moderately more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

G-Class

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes G-Class is very slightly lighter – 2,485 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers visibly more boot space – 640 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 131 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries noticeably more – 715 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £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 G-Class
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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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 G-Class
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
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Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
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Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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