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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Lotus Emeya?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Space Star is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 80,914 £.

Emeya

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 Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 847 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 11.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 89 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 883 Nm more.

Space Star

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, Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly lighter – 940 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,615 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers considerably more boot space – 509 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 274 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,388 L, about 476 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Mitsubishi Space Star
Lotus Emeya

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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Lotus
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