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Lotus Emeya
- Drive Type: AWD
- Type: 5 door Liftback, 4 seats
- Self Driving: No
- Airbags: 5 Airbags
PROS
- Strong performance and acceleration
- Ultra-fast charging capability
- Distinctive design and interior technology
CONS
- High purchase price
- Limited service network in many regions
Lotus Emeya is a high-performance electric luxury sedan from Lotus Cars. It sits in the premium executive segment. The body style follows a four-door fastback design with a strong focus on aerodynamics and speed.
The car uses a large battery pack of about 102 kWh. Range varies by version, typically around 300 to 370 miles on the WLTP cycle. The Emeya runs on an 800-volt architecture. DC fast charging supports speeds up to roughly 350 kW. Under ideal conditions, a 10 to 80 percent charge takes about 18 to 20 minutes.
Pricing places the Emeya in the upper tier of the luxury EV market. It targets buyers who want performance, advanced tech, and daily usability. Within the same brand, it sits alongside the Lotus Eletre SUV and the Lotus Evija hypercar. Key alternatives include the Porsche Taycan, Tesla Model S, and Audi e-tron GT. Compared with the Porsche Taycan, the Emeya offers similar performance positioning but with Lotus-specific chassis tuning and design language.
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Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Lotus Emeya / Emeya S Lotus Emeya R |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | 2023, September 07 |
| Availability Status | Available to order. Released 2024, March |
| Country of origin | Britain |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 106,400 £ 96,300 - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S € 151,000 £ 131,300 - Lotus Emeya R |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 98.9 kWh usable, 102 kWh total |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion (800V type) |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
311 mi WLTP - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S 270 mi WLTP - Lotus Emeya R |
| Energy Consumption |
344 Wh/mi WLTP - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S 404 Wh/mi WLTP - Lotus Emeya R |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) | Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | Type 2 22 kW |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | CCS 350 kW, 10-80% in 18 min |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
AWD 603 hp (450 kW) - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S AWD 905 hp (675 kW) - Lotus Emeya R |
| Torque (Nm) |
710 Nm (524 lb-ft) - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S 985 Nm (726 lb-ft) - Lotus Emeya R |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
4.2 sec 0-62 mph - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S 2.8 sec 0-62 mph - Lotus Emeya R |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
155 mph (250 km/h) - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S 159 mph (256 km/h) - Lotus Emeya R |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed |
BODY
| Body Style | 5 door Liftback, 4 seats |
| Platform / Architecture | EPA |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 5139 x 2005 x 1464 mm (202.3 x 78.9 x 57.6 in) |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | 0.21 Cd |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3069 mm (120.8 in) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 2550 kg unladen, 3100 kg gross - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S EU: 2650 kg unladen, 3100 kg gross - Lotus Emeya R |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Air suspension, continuous damping control, active rear axle steering, rear five-link |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R20, R21, R23 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 509 l, 1388 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | 34 l |
| Towing Capacity (kg) |
EU: 2250 kg braked - Lotus Emeya / Emeya S EU: 1225 kg braked - Lotus Emeya R |
| Additional Notes |
Digital Side Mirrors Active automatic front grille and rear spoiler |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | LIDARs (200m range), several cameras, 12 parking sensors. Front & Rear Collision Mitigation Support, Traffic Sign Information, Door Open Warning, Front & Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Children Presence Detection, Lane Keep Aid with Lane Departure Warning / Prevention, Parking Emergency Brake, Emergency Rescue Call |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | Heated front seats |
| Roof Type | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Additional Notes | 4 zone climate control |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 15.1" OLED touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | Yes |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, with augmented reality |
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Note
| Disclaimer | We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct |
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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