The desire we had to meet the Lotus Type 132 were many. Not in vain all the leaks that have seen the light have helped us contain the emotion. Above all, those that revealed the patents of the bodywork and the interior. We are convinced that the House of Hethel was not amused, but who cares now, when They have already published all the official images and technical data. In short, it's a beast...
Yes, but before telling you its secrets we must tell you something: it's called lotus eletre. Therefore, we leave Type 132 behind to focus on the commercial name that the firm's first one hundred percent electric SUV will wear. And not only that, but we are talking about a vehicle that reaches 5,13 meters long, 2,13 meters wide and 1,63 meters high. Not to mention its wheelbase, which remains at a generous 3,01 meters...
The design of the Lotus Eletre is very muscular and risky...
As we already saw in his patent, the exterior design of the Lotus Eletra is spectacular. It is true that the drawings did not have the details of the final version, but they gave us a hint of what was to come. And boy, did locals and strangers like it, although we must also admit that it shows a Lamborghini Urus dot. The fact is that, according to the brand, its silhouette seems "sculpted by air" and this is noticeable in, for example, its short overhangs.
The front of the Eletre stands out for the fine optics with matrix LED technology and active grille. Nor can we ignore the short hood or the numerous air intakes that are scattered throughout the bodywork. According to Lotus the goal is offer one of the best aerodynamics in the entire segment and the market. Not surprisingly, there is a roof spoiler and an active spoiler on the tailgate that unfolds and can vary its position in three levels...
The rear of the Eletre is another of the characteristic areas. to one distinctly coupe-like roofline joins the shape they have given to their optics. They have LED technology, they are very very thin and they are joined in the center. In fact, they go from end to end of the bodywork and at the ends we find two air outlets for aerodynamics. For its part, the gate is relatively simple and the bumper includes what looks like a double diffuser black finish
Technological and highly habitable cabin with 4 or 5 seats...
If on the outside the Lotus Eletre impresses inside it is no less. Above all because Never has a Hethel firm model had so much space, quality and technological level. From the outset, the dashboard stands out for the size and functionality of the central touch screen or the configurable digital instrument panel. In this case it is minimalist and is hidden under the upper dome of the dashboard, extending to the passenger side.
To complete driving information the Eletre boasts a large Head-up Display. And not only that, the design team has duplicated some functions with touch and lifelong controls. In addition, to offer high quality on board, it has elements such as a KEF Premium music system. On the other hand, it can be ordered with four seats as standard, although anyone who wants can add a fifth for more versatility.
The counterpart to interior design is marked by technology. According to Lotus, it has an active aerodynamics package that is the most advanced in the segment. They also announce that it has Last minute active driving aids thanks to the inclusion of a LiDAR sensor. In addition, following the fashion of the "digital key" it can be opened and started through the key or the mobile application that can be downloaded by the owner.
600 hp, two engines, all-wheel drive and battery with more than 100 kWh
However, even knowing how impressive and important the Eletre is for Lotus, what interests us is its technique. As you well know, it is the The world's first "Hyper-SUV" and for this you can not leave anyone indifferent. For its base, the house of Hethel has created a new platform called EPA (Electric Premium Architecture) and on it has placed two electric motors (one on each axis) with a joint final power of 600 CV.
To feed, he resorts to a lithium ion battery that exceeds 100 kWh of energy capacity. But the best thing is not this, but that a step from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour is allowed in less than 3 seconds and sign a maximum 260 kilometers per hour. As for charging, thanks to its 800-volt technology it can charge at a maximum of 350 kW or 22 kW. The operation is done in just 20 minutes for 400 kilometers of autonomy.
Although for now we do not know what its weight is, Lotus has provided the Eletre with "weapons" to counteract it. Is about five driving modes called: Range, Tour, Sport, Off-Road and Individual. In all, in one way or another, aspects such as steering assistance, suspension hardness or throttle response are modified. And it is not the only thing since it also includes adaptive air suspension or active stabilizer bars.
When will the Eletre… hit the market?
The answer to this question has four parts. The first has to do with orders: It can now be booked on the official website of the English manufacturer. The second has to do with the deliveries that will start at some point in 2023. In third place are the countries, since they will start with China first, then the United Kingdom and later the rest of old Europe. Finally, It is not yet known what its price will be, so you can get an idea...
Source - Lotus
More information about this model
- Plazas 2
- Power 2.000 cv
- Consumption 17,25 l / 100km
- Assessment 5