Overview
Like most hypercars, the Lotus Evija—pronounced eh-VIE’-ya—is a uncommon sight. Not like most hypercars, the Evija has 4 electrical motors that make almost 2000 horsepower (1972 to be actual). That powertrain alone makes it the wildest Lotus ever constructed. When it was first revealed again in 2019, the corporate mentioned it would solely construct 130 of them, and all of these have been scooped up by individuals who can afford its greater than $2 million asking worth. That sort of cash buys a machine that its maker estimates can blast to 186 mph in beneath 9 seconds on its technique to a claimed high velocity of over 200 mph. That’ll stretch your neck muscular tissues. Lotus has held to its mantra of “add lightness” with the Evija, which is available in round 3700 kilos, based on the corporate—svelte for a mega-powerful EV. Regardless of its electrical energy supply and a battery that allegedly can attain an 80 % state-of-charge in 12 minutes, it options an old-school hydraulic steering system that makes the Evija really feel further communicative on the monitor. It is only a pity that so few individuals won’t ever get to expertise this over-the-top hyper machine.
What’s New for 2024?
Whereas the Evija’s whole manufacturing run is bought out, Lotus says some 2024 fashions nonetheless have to be constructed and delivered. There are no modifications between the earlier model 12 months, although.
Pricing and Which One to Purchase
This Lotus is available in a single trim that gives sufficient gear to fulfill the wants of discerning hypercar consumers. The automobile’s checklist of normal inside facilities consists of local weather management and a premium infotainment system. Lotus gives a plethora of paint finishes and inside trims, permitting you to personalize the Evija to your liking. Take into account that manufacturing is restricted to simply 130 fashions. Additionally, the Evija is not road authorized within the U.S. Additionally, it is bought out, so all you are able to do is dream of proudly owning one, even if you happen to occur to have the means.
EV Motor, Energy, and Efficiency
The star of the present is the Evija’s muscle-bound electrical powertrain. Motivation is supplied by a crew of 4 electrical motors, and Lotus claims they generate a complete output of 1972 horsepower and 1254 pound-feet of torque. That is virtually double the horsepower supplied by costlier hypercars such because the Aston Martin Valkyrie. A single-speed computerized transmission governs all of it, sending energy to all 4 wheels. The automobile’s mild curb weight is designed to optimize dealing with. The corporate claims the Evija weighs simply over 3700 kilos, making it supposedly the lightest EV hypercar ever to enter manufacturing. The Evija can attain a high velocity of greater than 200 mph, and Lotus expects it to dash to 62 mph in beneath three seconds. The automobile’s efficiency will be custom-made through 5 driving modes: Vary, Metropolis, Tour, Sport, and Observe. Our drive of an Evija prototype gave us a little bit style of what to anticipate from the manufacturing model, specifically its communicative steering rack and responsive dealing with traits. Whereas the prototype had a detuned electrical powertrain and was with out a few of its niftiest options, resembling energetic aerodynamics and torque vectoring throughout its axles, it nonetheless generated simply over 1600 horsepower and showcased its brutal acceleration.
Vary, Charging, and Battery Life
EVs sometimes require you to attend for lengthy intervals for the battery to cost. The Evija is totally different. It is outfitted with expertise that is designed to make charging the battery virtually as fast as getting a fill-up on the fuel pump. The automobile takes simply 12 minutes for an 80 % cost, and a full cost takes a mere 18 minutes. Lotus mentioned it expects its hypercar will ship a 250-mile driving vary on the European WLPT take a look at, which is extra optimistic than the EPA vary testing we get on this aspect of the Atlantic.
Gas Financial system and Actual-World MPGe
For the reason that Evija is not street-legal, it is unlikely the EPA will estimate its gasoline effectivity. We’re certain precisely not one of the über-rich automobile lovers who will be capable to purchase one will care.
Inside, Consolation, and Cargo
The Lotus Evija seats two passengers, and its cabin is accessed through a pair of dihedral doorways. These doorways do with out handles to protect the automobile’s clear, sculptural aesthetic, they usually’re operated utilizing the important thing fob. As soon as you’ve got entered the automobile, the doorways will be closed utilizing a swap on the overhead console. The Evija’s electrically adjustable entrance seats function a carbon-fiber shell and thick pads swathed in microfiber. The motive force can manually alter the lean and size of the steering column, and there are two bespoke storage areas positioned near the occupants’ hip factors. The checklist of normal inside facilities consists of local weather management and three-point seatbelts, with four-point harnesses supplied as elective gear. General, the Evija’s cabin has a glance that is one way or the other each retro and trendy. Lotus says sure design components have been impressed by the corporate’s racing vehicles of the Nineteen Fifties and ’60s.
Infotainment and Connectivity
All Evija hypercars include tech options resembling Bluetooth connectivity and an infotainment system. In entrance of the steering wheel, there is a digital show that gives the driving force with pertinent info like battery cost and remaining vary. That is the automobile’s solely display. The Evija comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, and Lotus has put in an onboard modem that facilitates connection to the cloud. A smartphone app is on the market that enables drivers to observe the Evija from any location, checking on issues resembling battery cost standing and driving vary.
Security and Driver-Help Options
With driver-assistance expertise turning into extra prevalent on trendy efficiency vehicles, we count on Lotus to at the very least provide some assists on the Evija. For extra details about the Evija’s crash take a look at outcomes, go to the Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance coverage Institute for Freeway Security (IIHS) web sites.
Guarantee and Upkeep Protection
Lotus would not provide a very spectacular restricted or powertrain guarantee. The corporate additionally would not embody any complimentary scheduled upkeep.
- Restricted guarantee covers three years or 36,000 miles
- Powertrain guarantee covers three years or 36,000 miles
- No complimentary scheduled upkeep
