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ZEEKR X vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (496 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – ZEEKR X or Lotus Emira?

ZEEKR X vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

ZEEKR X

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

ZEEKR X is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,009 £.

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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 ZEEKR X offers slightly more power – delivering 496 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR X is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Lotus Emira takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR X delivers a bit more torque with 573 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 93 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: ZEEKR X offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is visibly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 334 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR X offers considerably more boot space – 404 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR X carries clearly more – 555 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X 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 £32,600
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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 - 415 km
ZEEKR X
Lotus Emira

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ZEEKR X

The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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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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ZEEKR X
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
330 - 415 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,836 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 555 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 496 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
200 - 365 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
ZEEKR
Brand
Lotus
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