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Tesla Model Y vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or Lotus Emeya?

Tesla Model Y vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly 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:

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

Tesla Model Y is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 77 km more than the Lotus Emeya.

Emeya

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 Emeya offers clearly 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 Emeya is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Tesla Model Y takes 3.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is noticeably faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

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

Model Y

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is markedly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 602 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers markedly more boot space – 822 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 313 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 750 L more than the Lotus Emeya.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y stands well ahead of its rival 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 : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Tesla Model Y
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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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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Tesla Model Y
Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
822 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
435 - 472 kg
Payload
450 - 545 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
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
201 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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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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