Tropicana May-June 2023 #148 The Passion Issue

TROPICANA MAGAZINE
The flagship Eletre R comes with a
dual-speed system that offers an
output of 905hp and 985Nm of torque.
Capable of delivering a century sprint
time of just 2.95 seconds and an
acceleration of 80-120km/h in less
than 1.9 seconds with a top speed of
265km/h, it is currently the world’s
fastest dual-motor pure electric SUV.
Maximum WLTP driving for the Eletre R
is 490km.
All three variants feature a 112 kWh
battery and a 350kW charger that
enables a rapid charging time of 10 to
80 percent in 20 minutes.
Clockwise from left: Side
view of the Lotus Eletre; The
centre console; The charge
port; The sophisticated
interior; Dramatic wheel
design
Every Eletre comes with exceptional
dynamics and comfort. The front
and rear multi-link suspension with
air suspension, Continuous Damping
Control, torque vectoring by braking,
active front grille, and “floating” split
roof spoiler optimise aerodynamics,
ride and handling.
Aerodynamic triangular petals form
Eletre’s active front grille. They remain
closed when the car is at rest or when
there’s a need to reduce drag during
driving, and open in a unique way to
feed air into the radiator, allowing the
Eletre to “breathe” when cooling of the
electric motors, battery pack and front
brakes is required.
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Lotus’s design team gave the vehicle a
cab-forward silhouette, long wheelbase,
and short front and rear overhangs.
There is a visual lightness to the car,
giving the impression of a high-riding
sports car rather than an SUV.