Compare performance (170 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (45,300 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Primastar Bus or Lotus Emira?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Nissan Primastar Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,300 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,242 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Bus uses 6.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers significantly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 236 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers markedly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
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: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is noticeably lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 522 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries considerably more – 1,002 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 772 kg.
The Nissan Primastar Bus holds a solid 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.
The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.
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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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
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Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
9
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
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Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
151 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,895 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
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Payload
213 - 230 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 170 HP
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Power HP
365 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
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Torque
420 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Lotus
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