Lotus Eletre vs BMW X2 M35i xDrive

2024 Lotus Eletre studio car image
Lotus

Eletre S

2024 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Lotus Eletre 4.5 s Runner-up: 5.0 s
Power winner Lotus Eletre 603 hp Runner-up: 300 hp
Cargo winner Lotus Eletre 688 L Runner-up: 515 L
Price winner BMW X2 M35i xDrive $52,500 Runner-up: $89,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Lotus Eletre against the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Lotus Eletre has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.5 seconds, compared with 5.0 seconds for 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive. 2024 Lotus Eletre has the higher listed output at 603 hp; 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive is rated at 300 hp, a difference of 303 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Lotus Eletre at 710 Nm and 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive at 400 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Lotus Eletre provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 688 litres versus 515 litres, a difference of 173 litres. 2024 Lotus Eletre carries the higher towing rating at 2,200 kg, while 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive is listed at 1,200 kg. 2024 Lotus Eletre is 549 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive has the lower listed starting price at $52,500, compared with $89,900 for 2024 Lotus Eletre. 2024 Lotus Eletre leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Lotus Eletre2024 BMW X2 M35i xDrive2025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.5 s5.0 s
Top Speed258 km/h250 km/h
Power603 hp300 hp
Torque710 Nm400 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range600 km
Battery112 kWh
Fuel Tank49 L
Efficiency18.7 kWh/100km7.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km178 g/km
DC Charging350 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,103 mm4,554 mm
Ground Clearance162 mm168 mm
Cargo688 L515 L
Curb Weight2,640 kg1,655 kg
Towing2,200 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.4 m11.1 m
Starting MSRP$89,900$52,500

Lotus Eletre vs BMW X2 M35i xDrive questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.5 seconds, versus 5.0 seconds for 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre has the higher listed top speed at 258 km/h (160 mph), compared with 250 km/h (155 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre has more power at 603 hp, a 303 hp advantage over 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre has more listed cargo space at 688 litres (24.3 cu ft), versus 515 litres (18.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,200 kg (4,850 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre is heavier at 2,640 kg (5,820 lb), while 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive is listed at 1,655 kg (3,649 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $52,500 USD, compared with $89,900 USD for 2024 Lotus Eletre. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Lotus Eletre or the 2025 BMW X2 M35i xDrive?

2024 Lotus Eletre leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.