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MINI MINI vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI MINI or Lotus Emira?

MINI MINI vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

MINI MINI

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • markedly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MINI

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.

MINI MINI is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI MINI uses 5.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

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 markedly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

MINI

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: MINI MINI offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is somewhat lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI MINI offers considerably more boot space – 275 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries considerably more – 445 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is far ahead overall 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.

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MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 391 km
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The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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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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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 445 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
MINI
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the MINI MINI have?

The MINI MINI is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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