Lotus, the British sports car maker known for its lightweight and agile models, is entering a new era of electrification. After unveiling the Eletre, its first electric SUV, last year, the company has now revealed the Emeya, its first electric hyper-GT and flagship model. The Emeya is a four-door sedan that combines stunning performance, elegant design, and advanced technology to rival the likes of Porsche Taycan and Audi RS e-tron GT.
The Emeya is based on the same platform as the Eletre, but with a lower and sleeker profile. The front end features a distinctive Lotus grille with two parallel lines above it, as well as an active air dam that adjusts to optimize aerodynamics and cooling. The headlights are slim and sharp, giving the car a futuristic look. The side profile is smooth and flowing, with a sloping roofline that merges into a muscular rear end. The rear features an active two-tier spoiler that generates more than 450 pounds of downforce, as well as an active rear diffuser that enhances stability at high speeds. The Emeya also has an active grille at the back that helps reduce drag and increase efficiency.
The Emeya is powered by two electric motors that produce a combined output of 905 horsepower and 726 lb-ft of torque. The rear motor uses a two-speed transmission to deliver optimal acceleration and efficiency. The Emeya can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 2.78 seconds, according to Lotus, and reach a top speed of 159 mph. The Emeya uses a 102-kWh battery pack that supports up to 350 kW of fast charging, allowing it to add up to 93 miles of range in five minutes or recharge from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes. Lotus has not revealed the official range of the Emeya yet, but it is expected to be similar to the Eletre, which has an estimated range of around 300 miles.
The interior of the Emeya is designed to offer comfort and luxury for four passengers. The dashboard is dominated by a large horizontal touchscreen display that controls most of the functions and settings of the car. The driver also has access to a digital instrument cluster behind the steering wheel and an augmented reality head-up display that projects relevant information on the windshield. The seats are upholstered in premium leather and offer ample space and support. The Emeya also features a high-end sound system, wireless charging, ambient lighting, and various driver assistance systems.
The Emeya is expected to go into production in early 2024 and arrive in the US market for 2025. Lotus has not announced the pricing of the Emeya yet, but it is likely to start around $120,000 for the base model and go up to $150,000 for the higher trims. The Emeya will compete with other electric hyper-GTs such as the Porsche Taycan Turbo S ($194,900), the Audi RS e-tron GT ($139,900), and the Tesla Model S Plaid ($89,990). The Emeya aims to challenge these rivals with its unique blend of Lotus DNA, electric powertrain, and hyper-GT credentials.
The Emeya is part of Lotus’ ambitious plan to become a global performance brand by 2028. The company plans to launch three more electric models in the next four years: a sports car, a coupe-sedan, and another SUV. The Emeya represents Lotus’ commitment to innovation and excellence in the electric era.
