Lotus
Evija
McLaren
Speedtail
Lotus Evija vs McLaren Speedtail: 2022 Comparison
The short answer
Based on available data, the Lotus Evija comes out ahead of the McLaren Speedtail on power. Check the specs table and owner sentiment below for the full comparison before deciding between the two. Both are covered by real owner reports on CarWizz.
Specs side by side
What owners say
Evija
Overall
Sentiment is overwhelmingly positive but speculative, as there is no direct long-term ownership feedback available. The vehicle is discussed with significant anticipation and excitement for its performance potential, striking design, and its role as Lotus's first all-electric hypercar. Community discussions highlight its impressive claimed specifications, including a 2000 hp powertrain, advanced aerodynamics, and a focus on preserving Lotus's driving dynamics through engineering choices like hydraulic steering and a rear-mounted battery pack.
Best version to buy
Insufficient owner data available. No trim levels or versions are discussed in the provided data.
Known issues
- ⚠Lack of deliveries and updates: No meaningful updates on production status or customer deliveries for several years following the initial reveal, leading to owner and enthusiast skepticism. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Absence of independent reviews: No substantive driving reviews or tests of the finished production vehicle, despite years of promotion. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Software/Game bug (isolated): In a video game context, a bug was noted where a start button point-of-interest marker was incorrectly placed on a digital model of the car. Frequency: isolated.
Speedtail
Overall
Owner sentiment is overwhelmingly positive regarding the vehicle's design, performance, and exclusivity. The car is consistently praised for its unique and futuristic appearance, with many describing it as a modern interpretation of a 1990s concept car. Its extreme aerodynamic efficiency, with a drag coefficient of Cd 0.17, and a top speed of 250 mph (403 km/h) are highlighted as key engineering achievements.
Best version to buy
Insufficient owner data available. The data does not contain discussions comparing different specifications, trims, or option packages for the Speedtail.
Known issues
- ⚠Wireless charging pad reliability: reported as problematic and unreliable, failing to maintain a charge, with the trickle charger recommended as a more dependable alternative. Frequency: isolated.
The verdict
The Lotus Evija is the better choice for most buyers.
It has more power on its best-equipped version than the McLaren Speedtail, based on the data above. If efficiency matters more to you than outright power, the McLaren Speedtail is worth a closer look instead.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is more reliable, the Lotus Evija or the McLaren Speedtail?
Owner reports show similar reliability sentiment for the Lotus Evija and the McLaren Speedtail. Check the known issues listed above for specific differences between the two.
Which is better for families, the Lotus Evija or the McLaren Speedtail?
The McLaren Speedtail seats more passengers than the Lotus Evija on its catalogued best-equipped version. Body type also differs: the Lotus Evija is classed as a Coupe, the McLaren Speedtail as a Coupe.
Which has better fuel economy, the Lotus Evija or the McLaren Speedtail?
Fuel consumption data is limited for one or both models. Check the specs table above for the figures available on each catalogued version.
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Lotus Evija or the McLaren Speedtail?
Exact maintenance costs aren't in our data, but reliability signals above are the closest proxy: fewer reported issues generally means lower repair costs over time.