Electric Vehicles are still a growing occurrence in the market. After a dismal 2022 with only 576 cars sold, Lotus appears to be turning the tide. In a surprising comeback, the British car manufacturer has garnered 17,000 pre-orders for its Emira sports car and Eletre SUV in the first six months of 2023. What seems to be driving this resurgence is Lotus’s unwavering focus on the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market. The company has made it clear that the Emira will be its last gas vehicle, and their eyes are now firmly set on an electric future.
The Lotus Type 133 has a 400-mile range, thanks to the 112 kilowatt-hour-battery pack
In the pipeline is the Lotus Type 133, an internally named all-electric sedan expected to join the electric lineup. Though its official name is yet to be revealed, the design cues and features are already becoming apparent. Spy photos of the Type 133 indicate a sleek four-door design, aligned more with Tesla Model S than the low-slung Porsche Taycan. Features such as ultra-slim split headlight fixtures and rear light bar, unique to the sedan, have caught the attention of enthusiasts. The aerodynamic build with rear-wheel diffusers and buttressed front fenders seems to further emphasize the commitment to efficiency and performance.
Under the hood, the Type 133 is expected to boast impressive specifications, with a matching 112.0-kilowatt-hour battery pack as the Eletre, potentially providing up to 400 miles of range. High-end performance versions might even compete with the Porsche Taycan Turbo S and Tesla Model S Plaid, delivering north of 900 horsepower.
One interesting tidbit is the speculation around the sedan’s name. Traditionally following an “E” nomenclature, Lotus might continue this trend or potentially break away, with some even suggesting a throwback to the early 1960s with a name like “Cortina.”
Set to be revealed before the year’s end and likely going on sale in the summer of 2024, the Type 133 appears to be part of a broader strategy that could make electric vehicles more accessible, with a base price estimated under $90,000.
In a nutshell, Lotus’s unexpected rebound in 2023, underscored by a strategic shift towards electric vehicles, marks a significant milestone for the company. The forthcoming Type 133 sedan embodies this new direction and could well be a bellwether for the brand’s future in a world increasingly leaning towards electric mobility.
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