Lotus Emira vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Lotus Emira presents an attractive price of RM 1,131,800, significantly lower than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT at RM 1,882,888. While the Emira offers a respectable 400 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 4.3 seconds, the AMG GT outshines with 577 hp and a blistering 3.2 seconds. This performance disparity may appeal to those prioritising speed and power.
Pick the Lotus Emira if you seek a more affordable sports car with a strong heritage.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT if you desire superior performance and luxury features.
Key differences
- Price: RM 1,131,800 vs RM 1,882,888
- Power: 400 hp vs 577 hp
- Torque: 420 Nm vs 850 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: 4.3 s vs 3.2 s
- Boot space: 151 L vs 351 L
- Warranty: 5 years vs 4 years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 1,131,800✓ | RM 1,882,888 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 3,456 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Power | 400 hp | 577 hp✓ |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 850 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Manual | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 4.3 s | 3.2 s✓ |
| Top speed | — | 315 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,412 mm | 4,728 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,225 mm | 1,354 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,575 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Boot space | 151 L | 351 L✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 8 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5✓ | 4 |
| Road tax / year | RM 4,182✓ | RM 6,549 |
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.
Emira
- More affordable price point
- Heritage of Lotus sports cars
- Manual transmission option for driving purists
- Lower power output
- Less boot space compared to rivals
AMG GT
- Exceptional power and torque
- Faster acceleration and top speed
- More advanced safety features with 8 airbags
- Higher price tag
- Heavier road tax compared to Emira
Emira vs AMG GT FAQ
Is the Lotus Emira or Mercedes-Benz AMG GT better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the Emira is more affordable while the AMG GT offers superior performance and luxury.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emira is priced at RM 1,131,800, while the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT costs RM 1,882,888, making the AMG GT RM 751,088 more expensive.
How do they compare in terms of performance?
The AMG GT outperforms the Emira with 577 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 3.2 seconds, compared to the Emira's 400 hp and 4.3 seconds.