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Tesla Model Y vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or Lotus Eletre?

Tesla Model Y vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Lotus Eletre

  • substantially more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Model Y

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.

Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 9.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 52 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

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 Eletre offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 458 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Tesla Model Y takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers visibly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.

Model Y

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is visibly lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers a bit more boot space – 836 L compared to 688 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 622 km
Tesla Model Y
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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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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Tesla Model Y
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
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Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
435 - 472 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Lotus
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