Lotus is the next EV manufacturer to move into the hybrid segment and this is the first model called For Me!
This latest engineered powertrain will enable this luxury SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 3.3 seconds as it has a 952 horsepower (700kW+) and 1700Nm combined torque. The powertrain is a 2.0-liter turbo engine paired with two electric motors (one per axle). It will have a 70 kWh battery pack with a possible 420 km EV range (CLTC) and over 1,200 km total range.
It supports 900V architecture with 6C charging, allowing 30–80% recharge in 8 minutes. Roughly 5,103 mm long, 2,019 mm wide, 1,636 mm high, with a 3,019 mm wheelbase is is just like the current electric version.
Will be launched in China (2026), targeting the luxury performance SUV segment. For dynamic handling, the Lotus For Me’s chassis system includes dual-chamber, dual-valve air suspension with CCD (Continuous Damping Control) and adaptive damping, alongside an active stabiliser bar.
The vehicle retains the styling and advanced features of the fully electric Eletre, including active aerodynamics and LIDAR, while addressing demand for longer-range hybrid options in China.
Estimated selling price for this Lotus Hybrid is USD77,000 (about RM305,000 before local import duties and logistic costs) which will put it side by side with premium luxury European SUVs.
