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What we know about Lotus Eletre
Lotus Cars has chosen to offer its first electric SUV model in three versions, the Eletre, Eletre S and Eletre R, for which speed and prestige are the watchwords. In keeping with the origins of the British manufacturer, this new electric hyper SUV naturally retains a Race car DNAHence its impressive performance in terms of speed and acceleration.
With this new electric SUV model, Lotus has chosen to emphasise the importance of the electric motor. refinement to offer a a high-performance electric car with a meticulously studied designfor both road and racing use.
Furthermore, the Lotus Eletre is the very first vehicle to be launched by Lotus for everyday use, rather than specifically for the racing circuit. The manufacturer's experience in racing cars has enabled it to offer a unique electric SUV, combining an everyday electric car with an ultra-high-performance sports vehicle.
With the launch of the Lotus Eletre, the British brand is aiming to reinvent itself and bring a breath of fresh air and innovation to the heart of the current electric car market. With a starting price of €96,890 in Francethe new Lotus Eletre is clearly positioned in the segment premiumor even in the luxury electric cars.
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Specific features of the Lotus Eletre
Performance
The key feature of the new electric SUV is undoubtedly its speed and its power. The Lotus Eletre will be able to reach 60 km/h in less than three seconds. Enough to delight fans of sensations and powerful electric vehicles.
The Lotus Eletre will be equipped with Lotus' new operating system, the Lotus Hyper OSThis allows the electric vehicle to deliver high performance on the road with ease.
La battery and recharging
All three versions of the Lotus Eletre are equipped with a battery of 112 kWh. When it comes to recharging, the electric SUV can be used to a refill ultra-fast. It will be possible to recharge your Lotus Eletre from 10% to 80% in just 20 minutes !
L'autonomy
In terms of range, like any self-respecting electric SUV, the Lotus Eletre offers a high level of autonomyThis means you can travel long distances with complete peace of mind. The basic version of the Eletre has a range of up to 600 kmThe Eletre S is close behind, with a range of 580 km.
In last place, the most powerful model in the Eletre range, the Eletre R, has a slightly shorter range, reaching 500 km all the same.
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The interior
As for the interior design of the Lotus Eletre, this has been created using avant-garde Nappa leather alternatives as well as recycled 100% carpets and boot liners.
What's more, the five-seat electric SUV is equipped with a large, sophisticated central screen, developed with the new Lotus Hyper OS. Lotus is offering a brand new, ultra-thin OLED touchscreen, which will give you an even more immersive experience. advanced technology and immersive for drivers and passengers, with digital content delivered in real time and in 3D.
The Eletre also offers a range of navigation services developed by HERE Technologies. These include a range assistant, a route planner and a speaker system for a highly musical listening experience. immersivethanks to Dolby Atmos.
The price
Currently available at a price of €96,890The Lotus Eletre is scheduled for delivery in France in the summer of 2023.
Comparison table of the three versions of the Lotus Eletre
Versions | Eletre | Eletre S | Eletre R |
Maximum power | 450 kW | 450 kW | 675 kW |
Maximum speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h | 260 km/h |
Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h) | 4.5 sec | 4.5 sec | 2.95 sec |
Autonomy | 600 km | 580 km | 500 km |
The Lotus Eletre has also been designed with autonomy in mind. The electric SUV is designed for the autonomous driving 100% so that it can anticipate its environment and travel safely and autonomously on the road, thanks to its many in-built technologies.
The Lotus Eletre is equipped with the LIDAR system which detects the vehicle's surroundings within a radius of 200 metres in all directions. The LIDAR system has a wide range of functions to ensure a high level of safety. optimum safety of the vehicle, including detection of surrounding obstacles, even in night vision.
What's more, the electric SUV has ultra-HD side cameras inlaid on the vehicle to provide 360° coverage of the surrounding area.
As far as current regulations on autonomous driving are concerned, Level 3 autonomous driving has been authorised in Europe since 1 September 2022.
In addition, according to Ministry of Ecological TransitionThe deployment of regulations in favour of autonomous driving aims to supporting the development of automated road mobility in France, both in terms of vehicles and automated systems and services.
On a European scale, Level 3 autonomous driving should also be adopted, as well as the establishment of a a series of technical and safety regulations for autonomous and connected vehicles to ensure road safety.
Lotus Cars' electric ambitions
Bought by the Chinese automotive group Geely since 2017, the launch of this first electric 100% SUV may not be the first test for the British brand. Indeed, given the current growth of the electric car market worldwide and development of Chinese electric carsThe Lotus Eletre may not be the last electric model to be launched by Lotus Cars.
So there's every chance that the British brand will decide to position itself more fully in thetop-of-the-range electricwith the aim of seizing the many opportunities in the electric mobility market.
In particular, the manufacturer has announced its intention to make a complete transition to electric cars, offering a future electric 100% catalogue by 2028.
It remains to be seen whether Lotus Cars will live up to its promises and ambitions in terms of electric vehicles, while retaining its own innovative identity.
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