{"id":17613,"date":"2026-10-29T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.luxauto.lu\/blog\/?p=17613"},"modified":"2026-10-29T12:02:06","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T11:02:06","slug":"lotus-emira-emeya-luxgears-test-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxauto.lu\/blog\/en\/essais-comparatifs-auto\/essai-lotus-emira-emeya-luxgears\/","title":{"rendered":"The winner of the atHomeGroup 2025 Advent calendar takes the Lotus Emira and Emeya for a test drive"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a draw held on 16 January 2026, Mike won the 19th box in the Advent calendar atHomeGroup<\/a>. His prize: a day behind the wheel of two Lotus cars, with Antonio da Palma Ferramacho, our partner Luxgears<\/a>. On the programme, the'Emira<\/a> Turbo SE petrol and the'Emeya<\/a> 600 electric, on the road and then on a closed circuit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click below to watch the video<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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From the Advent calendar at Lotus Luxembourg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It all started with an Instagram post. On 19 December 2025, the 19th door of the atHomeGroup Advent calendar offered the chance to win a day of test drives, filmed with two Lotus cars. Mike entered the competition \u2013 \u00abyou never know\u00bb. Selected in a prize draw on 16 January 2026, he spent the day with Antonio, our partner at Luxgears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mike is a real enthusiast. He drives a petrol car every day and knows several circuits in the region. But he had never driven a Lotus before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The meeting is to take place at Lotus Luxembourg,<\/a> with Ronan Erb, Head of Marketing at Lotus West Europe. Two cars are waiting for Mike. The rest of the programme remains a surprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to Lotus Luxembourg<\/a> and Louyet Group<\/a> for providing the cars, to Ronan Erb for his availability, and to the Chambley Grand Est Circuit<\/a> for his hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lotus Emira Turbo SE: a sports car for everyday driving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Emira Turbo SE is Lotus\u2019s petrol-powered sports car. It combines a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, sourced from AMG and mounted in a mid-rear position, with a dual-clutch gearbox and rear-wheel drive. Its claimed power output is 406 ch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the road, Mike notes that the steering is responsive and precise. The suspension absorbs bumps well, even over speed bumps. He finds the car comfortable and quiet enough for everyday use, and even for going on holiday. There\u2019s plenty of space in the passenger compartment, and there\u2019s a storage compartment hidden behind the seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The test car is fitted with the Touring chassis, which is more supple and road-oriented. The stiffer Sport chassis is fitted with tyres designed for the track. On the Chambley circuit, however, the Emira Touring remains at ease, with sharp braking. For Mike, it strikes a good balance between everyday use and the occasional track day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lotus Emeya 600: a large electric GT that takes you by surprise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a whole new world with the Emeya 600, Lotus\u2019s large electric GT 100 %. It features two motors, all-wheel drive and, on the model we tested, rear-wheel steering. The technical specifications shown in the video state 612 ch, 710 Nm and a range of 540 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mike isn\u2019t a fan of electric cars. He first tries out the Emeya on the track, then on the road. He\u2019s surprised by its handling: despite the car\u2019s weight and length, it remains precise through corners and brakes powerfully. Antonio comes to the same conclusion on the circuit\u2019s sweeping bends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the road, Mike appreciates the interior finish and comfort, even in Sport mode, which offers a firmer ride. The instant torque, characteristic of electric cars, also changes the way you drive. His verdict: \u00abFor my first electric car, I think I\u2019ve made a good choice.\u00bb<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thermal or electric: two uses, not two camps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On reflection, Mike says he prefers the Emira. Being used to petrol engines, he finds the sound and vibrations in the Emeya a bit of a let-down \u2013 that \u00abanalogue\u00bb feel which, for him, is what creates a connection with the car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He does, however, acknowledge that the two cars complement each other. Ronan Erb sums it up as follows: the Emeya is a versatile family saloon, designed for business journeys or long-distance travel. The Emira, on the other hand, is geared more towards leisure and weekend use. Two different needs, which can coexist within the same household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to making your own choice, your journeys, access to charging points and your budget are more important than a test drive. Find out more our guide to choosing between an electric car, a hybrid or a petrol\/diesel car<\/a>, then compare Electric cars available on Luxauto.lu<\/a> or hybrid cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both Lotus cars at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>Lotus Emira Turbo SE<\/th>Lotus Emeya 600<\/th><\/tr>
Energy<\/td>Petrol<\/td>Electric<\/td><\/tr>
Engine<\/td>Genuine AMG 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo, rear-mounted engine<\/td>Two electric motors<\/td><\/tr>
Rated power<\/td>406 ch<\/td>612 ch<\/td><\/tr>
Transmission<\/td>Drive system, dual-clutch gearbox<\/td>All-wheel drive, rear-wheel steering on the test car<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What Lotus has in the pipeline: the Eletre X, the Emira 420 Sport and the V8 hybrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Back at Lotus Luxembourg, Ronan Erb outlines the brand\u2019s roadmap. Owned by the group Geely<\/a> Since 2017, Lotus has been focusing on a range of energy sources. The information below is based on details provided during filming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n