Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Plaid vs Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon)
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) has a starting price of €114990, compared to the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...), which starts at €145990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €114990 | €145990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €149990 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 592 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 612 km | 485 km |
| Range (GCC) | 541 km | 402 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km | 24.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.69 km/kWh | 4.02 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 4.6 |
Charging
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) maxes out at 250 kW.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 350 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 9.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 675 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1020 hp | 905 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1420 Nm | 985 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.1 s | 2.8 s |
| Top Speed | 322 km/h | 256 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 7.9 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…).
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5021 mm | 5139 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2241 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 2005 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 3069 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2178 kg | 2650 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 709 l | 509 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 89 l | 45 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 5.5 |
