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VW Tiguan vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Lotus Emira?

VW Tiguan vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.2 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

Tiguan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Tiguan is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,993 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

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 noticeably more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers a bit more torque with 480 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

Tiguan

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Tiguan offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is marginally lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers considerably more boot space – 652 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 501 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries substantially more – 556 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 326 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range 118 - 126 km
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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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4.2 (11 Reviews)
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Jerzy
7 Jun 2026, 15:17:21

It competes on price and cheaper servicing, but well‑equipped examples also offer plenty of comfort.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
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
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
499 - 556 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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