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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Lotus
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