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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Lotus Emira?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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Lotus Emira

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Vauxhall Vivaro is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,370 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

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 180 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers somewhat more torque with 480 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

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: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is somewhat lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries considerably more – 1,226 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 996 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is decisively ahead 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Lotus
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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