Lotus Emira
Lotus Emira
V6 First Edition
RM 1.13 Million
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Mazda MX-5 RF
Mazda MX-5 RF
2WD Manual
RM 293,000
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Lotus Emira vs Mazda MX-5 RF Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Lotus Emira and Mazda MX-5 RF, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Lotus Emira priced at RM 1.13 Million while the Mazda MX-5 RF Cars has a price tag of RM 293,000. Comparing the technical specifications, Mazda MX-5 RF engine displacement is 1998 while the Lotus Emira houses a 3456 engine.

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Overview: Emira vs MX-5 RF

Key Features

Seating Capacity 2 Seats 2 Seats
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Engine Displacement 3456 cc 1998 cc
Power 400 hp 181 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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From The Experts

Things we like

Aerodynamic styling

Performance from the V6 engine

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  • Powerful engine with high capability
  • Optimized fuel economy
  • Class-leading comfort.
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Things we don't like

Too stiff ride quality

Expensive to buy and maintain

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  • Many of rivals to compete
  • not high bounce in power output figures.
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4412 mm 3915 mm
Width 1895 mm 1735 mm
Height 1225 mm 1235 mm
Wheel Base 2575 mm 2310 mm
No Of Doors 2 2
Seating Capacity 2 Seats 2 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 45 L
Kerb Weight -- 1119 kg
Ground Clearance -- 135 mm
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Engine Details

Engine 3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 13.0:1
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 3456 cc 1998 cc
Power 400 hp 181 hp
Torque 420 Nm 205 Nm
Acceleration 4.2 s --
Top Speed 290 kmph --
RPM At Max Power -- 7000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Front Suspension sport suspension Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension sport suspension Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 285/35 ZR20 205/45 R17
Tyre Type Runflat Radial
Wheel Size ZR20 R19
Spare Tyre Size -- 205/45 R17
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts No No
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes --
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Curtain Airbags -- No
Knee Airbags -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts -- Yes
Front Parking Sensors -- No
Rear Parking Sensors -- Yes
360 Camera -- No
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes
Park Assist -- No
Hill-Start Assist Control -- Yes
Blind Spot monitor -- No
Lane Departure Warning System -- No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Single Zone Single Zone
Air Quality Control Yes --
Rear A/C Vents No No
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear No No
Rear Reading Lamp No No
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
Accessory Power Outlet -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- No
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- No
Memory Seats -- No
Wireless Charger -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Display Size -- 8.8 Inch 8.8 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto -- Yes
Audio System -- BOSE BOSE
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
No Of Speakers -- 9 9
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Digital Clock -- Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 4.6 Inch 4.6 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Seat Lumbar Support Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest No No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No No
Fabric Upholstery No --
Leather Seats Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat No No
Adjustable Headrest -- Yes
Seat Upholstery -- Leather Leather
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes No
Power Antenna No Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Rear Window Defogger Yes No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail No No
Rear Spoiler Yes --
Sun Roof No No
Side Stepper No No
Additional Features LED Daytime Running Lights LED Daytime Running Lights --
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator -- No
Daytime Running Lights -- LED LED
Taillight Type -- LED LED
Headlamps Washer -- No
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Moon Roof -- No
Removable Convertible Top -- Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco Yes --

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Lotus Emira vs Mazda MX-5 RF FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Lotus Emira vs Mazda MX-5 RF?

Emira is priced at RM 1.13 Million and MX-5 RF is priced at RM 293,000. Hence MX-5 RF is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Lotus Emira vs Mazda MX-5 RF?

The Lotus Emira has power of 400 hp with 420 Nm torque and Mazda MX-5 RF has power of 181 hp with 205 Nm torque. Thus making Emira the more powerful as compared to MX-5 RF.

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Which Car has more safety features between Lotus Emira vs Mazda MX-5 RF?

Emira safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Tyre Pressure Monitor

MX-5 RF safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert

The Mazda MX-5 RF has higher number of sefety features than Emira, hence Mazda MX-5 RF is more safer than Lotus Emira.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Emira vs MX-5 RF?

Emira comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front and Automatic Headlamps

MX-5 RF comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front and Automatic Headlamps

The Lotus Emira has higher number of comfort features than MX-5 RF, hence Lotus Emira is more comfortable than Mazda MX-5 RF.

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What is Emira vs MX-5 RF dimension size comparison?

The Emira dimension are 4412 mm length, 1895 mm width, 1225 mm height while the MX-5 RF Dimensions are 3915 mm length, 1735 mm width, 1235 mm height. Hence, the Emira is more longer, Emira is more wider and MX-5 RF is more higher.

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