Lotus has commenced global customer deliveries of the Evija, its first all-electric hypercar and the most powerful production vehicle currently available. The vehicle delivers 2,039 PS (1,500 kW) from four electric motors and achieves a top speed electronically limited to 217 mph (350 km/h). The Evija is engineered and hand-built at the Lotus facility in Hethel, Norfolk, United Kingdom. Production is strictly limited to 130 units, each assembled to customer specifications.
The hypercar is constructed around a one-piece carbon fiber monocoque chassis weighing 129 kilograms, contributing to an overall kerb weight of 1,894 kilograms. Acceleration figures include 0 to 100 km/h in under three seconds and 0 to 300 km/h in under ten seconds. Additional benchmarks include 100 to 200 km/h in less than three seconds and 200 to 300 km/h in under four seconds. The car maintains peak output in Track mode for over seven minutes without performance degradation, supported by an advanced four-radiator cooling system.
The powertrain consists of a 91 kWh mid-mounted battery pack developed in partnership with Fortescue Zero (formerly Williams Advanced Engineering). Each motor is paired with a compact, single-speed planetary gearbox and silicon carbide inverter. Combined, the system produces 1,704 Nm of torque and allows fully automatic torque vectoring across all four wheels. Five drive modes are integrated into the vehicle’s control system: Range, City, Tour, Sport, and Track. Each mode adjusts throttle response, torque limits, and aerodynamics.
Five dynamic drive modes suit every performance need
In Range mode, top speed is capped at 130 km/h, while Tour mode unlocks full top speed and 1,000 Nm of torque. Sport and Track modes offer altered suspension damping and reduced electronic stability intervention. The Evija supports fast charging via a CCS2 port concealed behind a rear flap. Using a 350 kW charger, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in under 18 minutes. With an 11 kW home charger, full charging is achieved in under 7.5 hours. Certified range is 314 kilometers on the WLTP Combined Cycle.
The hypercar’s aerodynamic profile features functional Venturi tunnels through each rear quarter, a bi-plane front splitter, and active components including a deployable rear spoiler and drag reduction system. Cameras replace traditional mirrors, with live images projected on interior screens. The cabin includes carbon fiber seats trimmed in Alcantara with manual fore-aft adjustment and electric backrest positioning.
Smartphone app enables full remote vehicle monitoring
A floating wing-style dashboard integrates a central control panel, while the steering wheel includes controls for driving functions and infotainment. A digital display positioned behind the steering wheel presents speed, drive mode, battery status, and remaining range. Interior controls include touch-sensitive haptic buttons on a raised center console. The infotainment system supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, includes a built-in chronograph for lap timing, and is connected to a Lotus smartphone app enabling remote monitoring of battery status, climate control, and driving data.
Manufacturing takes place at a dedicated facility within the Hethel site, with 80 percent of the Evija’s components sourced from the United Kingdom. All vehicles are sold directly through Lotus with support from its global retailer network. The Evija marks the brand’s entry into the electric hypercar segment as part of its broader product transition. – By Content Syndication Services.