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VW Touareg vs Lotus Emeya comparison

Compare performance (462 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Touareg or Lotus Emeya?

VW Touareg vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences

VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Lotus Emeya

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially 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

Touareg

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.

VW Touareg is substantially cheaper – starting at 64,300 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,255 £.

As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers substantially more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 531 km more than the VW Touareg.

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 462 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW Touareg takes 5.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers noticeably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm more.

Touareg

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Touareg is markedly lighter – 2,059 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers markedly more boot space – 810 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 301 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries visibly more – 751 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emeya 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 £92,600
Emeya

Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 485 - 580 km
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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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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Lotus Emeya

Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
-
Length
5,139 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the VW Touareg have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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