Lotus Cars' new EMEYA, ELETRE hit market in China

Published: Sep 23, 2025 13:30
Source: gasgoo
On Sept. 21, Lotus Cars officially released the updated versions of the EMEYA and ELETRE models onto the Chinese market.

Beijing (Gasgoo)- On Sept. 21, Lotus Cars officially released the updated versions of the EMEYA and ELETRE models onto the Chinese market. The new EMEYA is priced between 538,000 yuan–828,000 yuan, while the new ELETRE ranges from 558,000 yuan–838,000 yuan.

New ELETRE

As a facelift, the new ELETRE retains the overall design of its predecessor while adopting a sportier black badge. Dimensions remain unchanged at 5,103/2,019/1,636 mm with a 3,019 mm wheelbase. All trims now come with 22-inch forged alloy wheels. The 600 and 600 SE variants feature six-piston front calipers with floating rear calipers, while the flagship 900 variant adds a 10-piston carbon-ceramic brake system.

Inside, the new ELETRE maintains its existing layout. The 600 and 600 SE variants offer 12-way power front seats with heating and ventilation, along with a 15-speaker KEF Premium audio system. The 600 SE further adds a PDLC panoramic roof, 20-way front seats with massage, and active rear steering. The 900 adds intelligent anti-roll control.

Powertrain options remain unchanged: the 600 and 600 SE deliver 450 kW, 710 N·m torque, 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and 650 km CLTC range with a 112-kWh battery; the 900 offers 675 kW, 985 N·m, 0–100 km/h in 2.95 seconds, and 560 km CLTC range.

New EMEYA

The new EMEYA also retains its existing design and dimensions (5,139/2,005/1,464 mm, wheelbase 3,069 mm). All trims include 21-inch forged wheels. Braking setups mirror the ELETRE, with six-piston calipers on the 600/600 SE and 10-piston carbon-ceramics on the 900 variant. The cabin features a 15.1-inch OLED central display and a 55-inch AR-HUD.

The 600/600 SE produce 450 kW, 710 N·m, 0–100 km/h in 4.15 seconds, and 585 km CLTC range with a 102-kWh battery. The 900 generates 675 kW, 985 N·m, 0–100 km/h in 2.78 seconds, and 530 km CLTC range.

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