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Subaru Forester vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or Lotus Emeya?

Subaru Forester vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

Forester

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru Forester is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,428 £.

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 significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 782 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 Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 9.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 803 Nm more.

Forester

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, Subaru Forester is significantly lighter – 1,693 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 862 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers marginally more boot space – 509 L compared to 508 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries only slightly more – 545 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £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
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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Reviews Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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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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Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
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Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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