The renowned British sports car maker Lotus is aiming to compete with Porsche’s Taycan by launching a new electric car that is designed to expand the boundaries of technology. It is known internally by the name of Type 133, previous conjecture suggested that it would be sporting the Envya nameplate. But, it doesn’t appear as the situation with Colin Chapman’s famous Cortina nameplate in the 1960s as the most likely candidate.
The sleek car has been seen out in nature, sporting only minimal camouflage So, using the power of digital technology This writer has removed camo to reveal our most recent preview. Are you interested in knowing more? Let’s explore everything we can find out about the project before the official unveiling.
2025 Lotus Type 133 EV Sedan Redesign
The Type 133 sports a sleek aerodynamic style that seamlessly blends sportiness and sophistication. With its sleek lines and sculpted contours, Type 133 has a stunning appearance, dominated by a large open frontal area (for Aerodynamics as well as EV cooling) as well as the recessed Matrix headlamps as well as DRLs that are stacked.
From the side, it is a low-slung, streamlined profile meticulously sculpted bodywork and a muscular frame that adds to its aesthetic appeal. Frameless windows and, flush door handles and mirrors on the digital sides, as well as an inclining roofline, improve the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle, improving the range and performance. For those who are wondering what the peculiarly shaped roof is all about, it’s to integrate the LiDAR sensor to create an array of driver-assist systems.
Interior
Inside, you’ll be greeted by a luxurious and modern interior that blends luxury with the latest technology. The layout is more than a hint that of Audi e-tron GT, with high-end materials and sculpted details. A high center tunnel divides the cabin into four seats, but it also provides ample legroom for front as well as rear passengers.
The key features of the driver-centric cockpit include a large touchscreen that provides the ability to seamlessly access various features of the vehicle and various connectivity options. Other options that are likely to be available include the high-end KEF 2,160-watt audio system, as well as customizable ambient lighting.
Engine & Performance
Based on a brand-new electro-mobility platform Lotus hopes to offer extraordinary performance and control. For a company which has built its reputation in the field of chassis engineering, it is difficthato imagine what a colossal battery pack can do to improve the driver’s experience and flexibility.
A lot of the fast equipment will be pulled off the Eletre SUV. The base model comes with a 112 kWh lithium-ion battery that promises an endurance of more than 300 miles. There’s also a dual-motor AWD configuration that produces an impressive 603 horsepower (612 PS/450 horsepower) as well as 524 pounds (710 Nm) of torque.
If you enjoy an instant organ rearrangement, an ultra-high-performance R version could come with up to 893 hp as well as 727 pounds (985 Nm) of torque. Luckily, its 800-volt structure will allow rapid charging of up to 350 kW and 10-80% top-ups can be accomplished in just 20 minutes (all going according to planned).
2025 Lotus Type 133 EV Sedan Revealed
The Lotus Type 133 will battle it with other modern-day automobiles in the ever-changing electric vehicle market. The main rivals are those from the Tesla Model S, Lucid Air the Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron GT, Mercedes-Benz EQE, Polestar 5, and BMW’s brand-new i5.
We expect the Type 133 to feature a variety of trim levels, which will be similar to its SUV counterpart and a formal unveiling is expected to happen later in the next few months. Is Lotus on the correct path by launching an electric car? We’d like to hear your opinions in the comments section below.