Car Buyer's Guide

Lotus Emira vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE

Lotus Emira

Lotus Emira

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE

Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE

GLE63S 4Matic+

Verdict

The AMG GLE has a 76% bigger boot, the AMG GLE is 34% more powerful, while the Emira is about 5% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM1,131,800RM1,191,888
Body typeCoupeSUV
SegmentSports CarExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC, supercharged (Roots) with variable valve timing48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance
Capacity3,456 cc3,982 cc
Horsepower400 hp603 hp
Torque420 Nm850 Nm
FuelPetrolPetrol Hybrid/REV
Bore94 mm83 mm
Compression Ratio1010.5
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower21 hp
Motor Torque250 Nm
Battery Capacity1 kWh
Drivetrain
TransmissionManualDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission NameSix-speed ManualAMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic
Gears69
Transmission ManufacturerAisinDaimler
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.3 seconds3.9 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,412 mm4,924 mm
Width1,895 mm2,156 mm
Height1,225 mm1,772 mm
Wheelbase2,575 mm2,995 mm
Weight1,405 kg2,450 kg
Fuel Tank85 litres
Doors25
Seats25
Boot Space151 litres630 litres
Front Tyre245/35R20285/40R22
Rear Tyre295/30R20325/35R22
Factory TyresGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Chassis
AssemblyUnited Kingdom (CBU)United States (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesDouble Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionDouble WishbonesMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels20" Alloys22" Alloys
Rear Wheels20" Alloys22" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesTouring or Sports Suspensions AvailableAMG Active Ride Control+
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistWarning OnlySteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsProjector LEDMultibeam LED Projectors
TaillampsFull LED with Dynamic IndicatorsFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front SeatsPowered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating and Ventilation
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Sliding Glass Roof
Power Sockets2 USB-A, 1 USB-C1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights & Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeRear Windows, Sunroof Shade
Audio10.25" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android, KEF Reference Audio12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsAutomatic Front WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push Button StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless EntryKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivatedPowered Boot with Contactless Opening
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, 360-degree View Monitor
Auto ParkingNoYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorNoYes
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years4 years
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM4,182RM3,211

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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