Lotus Eletre 2023– car dimensions: 5103 mm long, 2019 mm wide and 1630 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,565 kg. Braked towing is 2,250 kg.
The cabin has a 15.1-inch OLED central touchscreen plus 12.6-inch driver and passenger displays and a large head-up display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard along with four-zone climate control. Adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot detection, lane keep aid, front/rear parking sensors and visual park assist with camera views come as standard across the range.
Rear boot holds 688 litres in five-seat form or 611 litres in four-seat form, expanding to 1532 litres with seats folded. A 46-litre frunk is also provided.
Braked towing capacity is 2250 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. An electric towbar is optional on models with 22-inch wheels. Payload is around 490 kg with air suspension fitted as standard.
The cabin feels spacious and bright thanks to the fixed panoramic glass roof, with a driver-focused cockpit and high centre console inspired by Lotus sports cars. Premium sustainable materials include wool-blend or microfibre seats and recycled carbon fibre surfaces. Four-zone climate control, air quality system with PM 2.5 filter, and multi-way power front seats with heating come standard. Road noise cancellation helps keep things quiet. Optional Comfort or Executive seat packs add ventilation, massage, adjustable bolsters, and rear heating or ventilation for a more relaxed long-distance feel.
Pure electric with up to 600 km WLTP range depending on version
350 kW DC fast charging for 10-80% in around 20 minutes. 22 kW AC onboard
Service every 2 years or 30,000 km. battery coolant every 5 years or 100,000 km
No Euro NCAP rating published
Standard safety includes multiple airbags, ESC, AEB, adaptive cruise, lane keep, blind spot, life detection and care, e-call
5-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty. 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty
The Eletre runs fully electric on a large battery pack with dual motors and all-wheel drive. Official WLTP range reaches up to 600 km on base versions, dropping on higher-power models. It supports rapid DC charging at up to 350 kW and has a 22 kW AC charger plus heat pump for efficiency in varied conditions.
Servicing is less frequent than petrol cars. Routine checks happen every two years or 30,000 km and cover filters, brake fluid and key battery. Battery coolant is replaced every five years or 100,000 km. Average workshop time stays under two hours. Optional service plans cover the first services upfront.
No Euro NCAP crash-test result exists for this model. Standard kit includes full-size front airbags, side and curtain airbags, far-side airbag, electronic stability and traction control, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise, lane keep with departure warning, blind-spot detection, cross-traffic alerts, driver monitoring, tyre-pressure monitoring, post-impact braking and life detection that can alert and open windows if needed. Sensors total 34 including lidar, radar and cameras for Level 2+ assistance, with future OTA upgrades.
Ownership is supported by a five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty plus eight-year or 200,000 km cover on the battery (minimum 70% health). Roadside assistance is available for five years in Europe. The car accepts OTA software updates and uses a connected app for remote functions.
Length 5103 mm, Width 2019 mm, Height 1630 mm, Wheelbase 3019 mm (Eletre 2023-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Lotus Eletre Specifications brochure, July 2024, Kaimu Grey is the standard exterior colour.