The Lotus Emeya Hatchback impresses with 918 HP 580 km and an attractive starting price of 92600 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.
The Lotus Emeya arrives as a low, wide hatch with a coupe-like roofline that reads more GT than family car. At 5,139 mm long and 2,005 mm wide it has the presence of a performance saloon wearing sleek, aerodynamic panels. The styling balances aggression and everyday sense: sculpted air flows up front, a practical hatch at the rear and a stance that hints at speed even when parked.
Inside the Emeya the cabin aims for a premium, driver-focused feel with soft-touch surfaces, contrast stitching and supportive seats for five. Materials and build quality match upscale rivals, and the driving position is low with clear sightlines though the sloping roofline trims rear headroom for taller passengers. Controls are arranged around a crisp instrument display and a central touchscreen, and the overall ambience leans more refined GT than stripped-out sports car.
Practicality is better than expected from a sporty hatch: the boot starts at 509 litres for everyday loads and expands to around 1,388 litres with the rear seats folded for bigger items. With five seats and a payload in the region of 450–545 kg, the Emeya handles family duties, weekend gear and shopping runs without drama, though its heavy battery pushes curb weight into the mid-2,500 kg range. Door openings and a sensible load lip make daily use easier than a low-roof sport coupe while still rewarding owners who need both style and cargo function.
The Emeya carries genuine Lotus handling cues despite its size: all-wheel drive, a low centre of gravity and lively steering give it an engaging character rather than the numb feel some EVs deliver. Power ranges from about 612 hp to an eye-watering 918 hp, with 0–100 km/h in roughly 4.2 and 2.8 seconds respectively, so acceleration is a headline act and overtaking is effortless. That pace comes with weight — curb figures sit around 2,555–2,650 kg — so the chassis balances compliant long-distance comfort with firm responses when pushed. Suspension tuning keeps body control tight and roll well managed, delivering a GT ride that remains surprisingly eager on twisty roads.
The Emeya’s battery capacity is roughly 98.9 kWh, with official consumption figures near 18.7 kWh/100 km for the more efficient tune and about 22.4 kWh/100 km for the high-performance setup. Those figures yield WLTP ranges close to 580 km for the long-range variant and around 485 km for the high-power version, meaning the more efficient model will handle most week-long commuting and motorway runs without daily charging. Real-world range will vary with speed, load and weather — spirited driving or cold conditions brings the numbers down, while calm highway cruising gets closer to the advertised maximum.
On the tech front the Emeya pairs a modern digital cluster with a central touchscreen and broad connectivity, while driver aids include adaptive cruise, lane support and parking assistance to reduce stress on long journeys. Over-the-air updates help keep navigation and system software current without a dealer visit, and smartphone mirroring and premium audio options cater to everyday convenience. The infotainment is designed to be clear and responsive, and tactile switches for frequently used functions limit menu-diving during driving.
The Emeya targets buyers who want a legitimate performance electric GT that still covers family and daily duties — a car for those who value acceleration and handling but need real luggage space and sensible range. Lotus offers the Emeya in two main versions to suit opposing priorities, so there is a choice between a long-range, everyday-focused setup and a maximum-performance variant for straight-line thrills. Competitors include high-performance electric saloons and grand tourers, so buyers should decide whether long-distance efficiency or outright power and pace is the priority before signing on the dotted line.
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
92600 - 138000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
98.90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2555 - 2650 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
5139 mm
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Width
2005 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1388 L
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.
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