Scott Collie
2025 Lotus Emeya review: Quick drive
This is a new age for Lotus, which is targeting the Porsche Taycan. Based on our brief taste, the Emeya has plenty of potential.
2 Years Ago
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- 2-speed auto or Single-Speed Auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Electric
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- 2-speed auto or Single-Speed Auto
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- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Electric
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Lotus Emeya
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Lotus Emeya
Available Variants
The Lotus Emeya comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being R.
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News
Tyra Lawler-Cass
2025 Lotus Emeya: Electric Taycan rival priced for Australia
Lotus' fully-electric Emeya grand tourer has been priced for Australia, with dealerships receiving the first examples now.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Lotus Emeya coming to give the Porsche Taycan headaches in Australia
The Lotus Emeya electric four-door grand tourer is confirmed to come to Australia during 2025. It'll follow the Eletre electric SUV.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Emeya: Lotus sets reveal date for its Porsche Taycan rival
Lotus has revealed the name of its first-ever electric sedan, which it will unveil on September 7.
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Power to Weight
181.45 - 262.14 kW/t
113.3 kW/t
355.12 kW/t
Boot Space
509 litres
326 litres
540 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
1 year
5 years
Service Interval
24 months
12 months
72 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,980 - 3,100 kg
2,470 kg
3,250 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,225 - 2,250 kg
1,225 kg
2,250 kg
Approach Angle
12°
12°
Departure Angle
15°
15°
Ground Clearance Unladen
141 - 146 mm
124 mm
148 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
102.22 kWh
0.9 kWh
120 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
22 kW
11 kW
22 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
350 kW
195 kW
350 kW
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Historical Information
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Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
450 kW
675 kW
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Lotus Emeya
Dimensions
5,139 mm
2,005 mm
1,464 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,139 mm |
| Overall Width | 2,005 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm |
| Load Capacity | 620 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Lotus Emeya
Sales Data
20245Total Sales
20253Total Sales
20261YTD Sales
Lotus Emeya Sales rolling 12-months#
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Lotus Emeya is the S variant that starts from $209,990.
See all Lotus Emeya PricingThe most expensive Lotus Emeya is the R variant that starts from $259,990.
See all Lotus Emeya PricingThe best towing capacity of a Lotus Emeya is offered by the S variant which can tow 2250 kg.
See all Lotus Emeya towing capacityThe largest Lotus Emeya is the S variant which measures 2005mm wide, 5139mm in length and sits 1464mm tall.
The most powerful Lotus Emeya is the R variant which has 675kW of power and 985nm of torque.
The Lotus Emeya is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lotus Emeya is the S variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3100 kg.
The Lotus Emeya is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
†Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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