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Toyota Mirai vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (182 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (58,700 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Mirai or Lotus Emira?

Toyota Mirai vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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

Mirai

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Mirai is significantly cheaper – starting at 58,700 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,866 £.

Emira

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 Emira offers substantially more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers noticeably more torque with 480 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

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: Toyota Mirai offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is clearly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 379 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Mirai offers substantially more boot space – 300 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 149 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Mirai carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emira 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.

from £83,600
Emira

Lotus Emira

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 365 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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Adrian
4 May 2026, 18:27:24

Great car, I switched from a Lexus NX300h F-Sport, and in terms of comfort the Mirai wins.

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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
650 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
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co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,885 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 - 515 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
182 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
134 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Toyota
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Toyota Mirai?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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