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Lotus Emeya vs Zeekr 7GT
Selected trimBusiness Edition RWDChange trim322 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Emeya leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Zeekr 7GT leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Emeya if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Zeekr 7GT if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Emeya leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueLotus
Lotus
5
Zeekr
0
Motorway RangeZeekr
Lotus
6.3
Zeekr
6.8
FamilyLotus
Lotus
4.1
Zeekr
3.2
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.2
Zeekr
8.4
Cost Per MileZeekr
Lotus
3.2
Zeekr
6.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Lotus Emeya
600
- 57 miles more WLTP range
- 53 litres more boot space
- 140 kW more power
- 1.1s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £84,990 | Not available |
| Official range | 379 miles (better) | 322 miles |
| Boot space | 509 L (better) | 456 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 13 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.2 sec (better) | 5.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Emeya
Zeekr 7GT
Length
Lotus Emeya5,139mm
Zeekr 7GT4,817mm-322mm
Width
Lotus Emeya2,005mm
Zeekr 7GT1,910mm-95mm
Height
Lotus Emeya1,459mm
Zeekr 7GT1,456mm-3mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,139 mm | 4,817 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,005 mm | 1,910 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,241 mm | 2,070 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,456 mm |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 395 mm spare | 490 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 509 L (better) | 456 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1388 L | 1390 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 65 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lotus Emeya
- At 5,139 mm, longer than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 403 kW, faster than 100% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 509 L is bigger than 80% of saloon EVs we track.
Zeekr 7GT
- A 65 L frunk, one of 22 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 65 L or more.
- Peak DC charging of 480 kW, faster than 100% of estate EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Emeya 600 |  Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.14m | 4.82m-322mm |
| Width | 2.00m | 1.91m-95mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.24m | 2.07m-171mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.46m-3mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.07m | 2.90m-169mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 509L (better) | 456L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1388L | 1390L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 65L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Kerb Weight | 2,555kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 102kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 379 mi (better) | 322 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 403kW | 480kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £84,990 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Estate |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* Lotus Emeya: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Zeekr 7GT: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 379 miles (better) | 322 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 316 miles (better) | 269 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 13 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 403 kW | 480 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 98.9 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.2 sec (better) | 5.3 sec |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 310 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm (better) | 440 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Lotus Emeya
600
8.2/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
Zeekr 7GT
Business Edition RWD
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Lotus Emeya
All 3 videos
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lotus Emeya 600
Lotus Emeya 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD
Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lotus Emeya600 | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Lotus Emeya
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Zeekr 7GT
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Lotus Emeya and Zeekr 7GT like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 316 miles for the Lotus Emeya and 269 miles for the Zeekr 7GT - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Emeya goes roughly 47 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Emeya or the Zeekr 7GT?
The Zeekr 7GT is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 95 mm narrower than the Lotus Emeya. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 490 mm of total clearance for the Zeekr 7GT and about 395 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Emeya.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .