BMW i4 vs Lotus Emeya

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Lotus Emeya has the higher published DC charging figure at 350 kW, which is roughly 71% higher than the BMW i4 at 205 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Lotus Emeya is listed at about 18 minutes, which is 10 minutes quicker than the BMW i4 at 28 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The BMW i4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 613 km, which is roughly 3 km more than the Lotus Emeya at approximately 610 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The BMW i4 consumes 157 Wh/km, compared to 190 Wh/km for the Lotus Emeya. That means the BMW i4 uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The BMW i4 has approximately 81.3 kWh of useable battery , while the Lotus Emeya has approximately 98.9 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Lotus Emeya has the higher published DC figure (up to 350 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 18 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Lotus Emeya supports up to 22 kW, compared to up to 11 kW for the BMW i4. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the BMW i4 is the more efficient choice at 157 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the BMW i4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 613 km, which is roughly 3 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.