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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Lotus Emira?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 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 clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 335 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 Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 378 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.

Seats: Mitsubishi Space Star offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Space Star offers markedly more boot space – 235 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Space Star carries significantly more – 400 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Space Star 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.

from £11,600
Space Star

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 71 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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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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Bernard
19 May 2026, 19:43:01

Mitsubishi is more reliable brand, also the mirage /space star is more Fuel efficient than dacia Sandero

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
-
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
102 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Space Star have?

The Mitsubishi Space Star is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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