Lotus Evora vs Mercedes-Benz E550
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mercedes-Benz E550
Overview
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2+0 | E 550 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $91,900 | $60,650 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 402 hp (best) |
| Torque | 302 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 4.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.3 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,075 lbs (best) | 4,134 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 108.7 in (best) |
| Length | 172.6 in | 185 in (best) |
| Width | 72.6 in (best) | 70.3 in |
| Height | 48.4 in | 54.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lotus Evora2+0 | Mercedes-Benz E550E 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 5 |
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 Evora | Mercedes-Benz E550 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2+0 $91,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E 550 $60,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2+2 $91,900 MSRP | E 550 $69,100 MSRP |
Lotus Evora vs Mercedes-Benz E550 FAQ
- Which is better: 2017 Lotus Evora or 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Lotus Evora vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2017 Lotus Evora or 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 starts lower at $60,650.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Lotus Evora or 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?
- The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (60,650).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Lotus Evora or 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?
- The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2017 Lotus Evora or 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550?
- The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550 leads on horsepower in this comparison (402).