Lotus Emira vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55
Overview
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Turbo SE | AMG GT 55 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 9-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $106,900 (best) | $137,450 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.8 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 469 hp (best) |
| Torque | 354 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 6 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | — | 4,343 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106 in (best) |
| Length | 173.7 in | 186 in (best) |
| Width | — | 78 in (best) |
| Height | 48.6 in | 53 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lotus EmiraTurbo SE | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Lotus Emira | Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turbo SE $106,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG GT 55 $137,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Turbo SE Racing Line $109,900 MSRP | — |
| 3 | V6 SE $112,900 MSRP | — |
| 4 | V6 SE Racing Line $115,900 MSRP | — |
| 5 | V6 Jim Clark Edition $139,900 MSRP | — |
Lotus Emira vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Lotus Emira vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lotus Emira starts lower at $106,900.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- The 2026 Lotus Emira leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (106,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- The 2026 Lotus Emira leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 leads on horsepower in this comparison (469).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Lotus Emira or 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 55 leads on seats in this comparison (4).