Having taken the entry-level Eletre off sale final September, Lotus Vehicles Malaysia (LCM) has reintroduced the variant of the electrical hyper-SUV domestically. Bearing in mind the value adjustment – brought on by a weaker ringgit – that occurred on the identical time, the automobile now retails at RM598,800, RM20,800 dearer than when it was initially launched in April 2023.
As a refresher, the bottom mannequin options the identical mechanicals because the Eletre S, together with twin motors that present all-wheel drive and a complete system output of 603 hp (450 kW) and 710 Nm of torque. This will get the automobile from zero to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds on its technique to a prime velocity of 245 km/h.
In the meantime, a 112 kWh battery, shared throughout all three variants (together with the R), delivers a WLTP-rated vary of 600 km. Geared up with an 800-volt electrical structure, the Eletre can settle for as much as 350 kW of DC quick charging energy, bringing the battery from 10 to 80% in 20 minutes; 22 kW AC charging can also be supported.
Whereas the {hardware} is similar to the S, the bottom Eletre has a decrease stage of specification to satisfy its extra inexpensive value level. As revealed throughout the launch, the automobile rides on 20-inch five-spoke aero-design alloy wheels, shod with Michelin Pilot Sport EV tyres.
You possibly can improve the rollers to the S’ 22-inch two-tone ones (this additionally upgrades the tyres to Pirelli P Zero rubber and the four-piston brake callipers to six-piston models), however this prices an additional RM30,000. Different choices embrace the novel side-view cameras and an energetic rear spoiler (the latter once more commonplace on the S) as a part of an Optimisation Pack.
On the usual equipment listing are keyless entry and begin, energetic air suspension, adaptive dampers, a five-seater cabin, a head-up show, Nappa leather-based upholstery, entrance and rear USB-C ports, a 360-degree digicam system and a hands-free powered tailgate.
Additionally fitted is a 15-speaker, 1,380-watt KEF Premium Audio system – one rung beneath the S’ 23-speaker, 2,160-watt Reference Audio setup – piping tunes from the 15.1-inch OLED infotainment touchscreen. Different bits of tech are slim 12.6-inch shows for the driving force and entrance passenger, an eight-inch rear touchscreen, wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a Qi wi-fi charger.
By way of driver assists, the Eletre comes as commonplace with autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise management, lane centring help, blind spot monitoring, rear collision warning, entrance and rear cross site visitors alert, park help and adaptive excessive beam.
The reintroduction of the bottom Eletre corresponds with the supply of two new paint choices, Akoya White and Cinnabar Pink. These be part of the remainder of the color palette that features Kaimu Gray, Photo voltaic Yellow, Natron Pink, Galloway Inexperienced, Stellar Black and Blossom Gray. You possibly can try the Eletre S on the paultan.org Electrical Car Expo (EVx) on the Setia Metropolis Conference Centre (SCCC) this weekend, June 20 and 21.
The information precedes the arrival of Lotus’ second electrical mannequin, the Emeya, set to be launched in Malaysia very quickly. With Hethel meaning to value the sedan decrease than the Eletre in key Asian markets, may we see the automobile retailing below the RM550,000 mark?
GALLERY: 2024 Lotus Eletre S in Malaysia
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