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Suzuki S-Cross vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (110 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki S-Cross or Lotus Eletre?

Suzuki S-Cross vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably 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

S-Cross

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.

Suzuki S-Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,943 £.

Eletre

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 Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 808 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 750 Nm more.

S-Cross

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki S-Cross is significantly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 1,285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers noticeably more boot space – 688 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 258 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries moderately more – 485 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre holds a slight edge 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
Suzuki S-Cross
Lotus Eletre

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Suzuki S-Cross

The Suzuki S-Cross is a practical, well-built compact crossover that puts comfort, efficiency and everyday reliability first. With a roomy cabin, straightforward technology and sensible design, it’s a no-nonsense choice for buyers seeking a versatile family car.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Suzuki S-Cross
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,800 - 34,200 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
119 - 138 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,385 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,785 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
395 - 405 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
81 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Lotus
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