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SsangYong Korando vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Lotus Emeya?

SsangYong Korando vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is moderately more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers significantly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 241 km more than the SsangYong Korando.

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 considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 728 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 SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is visibly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 625 Nm more.

Korando

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, SsangYong Korando is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,038 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers only slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,388 L, about 140 L more than the SsangYong Korando.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 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
SsangYong Korando
Lotus Emeya

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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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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SsangYong Korando
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Lotus
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