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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a fully electric upper large SUV that went on sale in New Zealand in September 2023. Two variants are available, the 600 and 900 Sport, priced from $189,900 to $259,900.

WLTP range is 450 km on the 900 Sport and up to 600 km on the 600, from a 112 kWh battery.

Lotus Eletre 600 (2024)

Lotus Eletre 600Lotus Eletre 600
Range (WLTP)600 km
Battery size112 kWh
Power450 kW
0–100 km/h4.5 s
Price from$189,900

The Eletre 600 series (from 2025) replaces the previously named Eletre S.

The Eletre 600 series has a number of additional trims; 600 GT SE adds trim such as premium audio and glass roof. The larger 22" wheels lead to a drop in range to 535 km.

The 600 Sport SE adds the aero and handling pack, plus ventilated and massaging seats. Slight range drop to 530 km.

Performance

0-100 km/h
4.5 s
Total power
450 kW
Torque
710 Nm
Top speed
260 km/h
Drive
AWD

Range & Efficiency

WLTP range
600 km
WLTP consumption
214 Wh/km
Highway range
468 km
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Battery & Charging

Battery

Battery (nominal)
112 kWh
Battery (usable)
109 kWh
Battery type
NMC
Architecture
800 V
V2L
No

DC fast charging

DC charging
367 kW
10–80% charge
20 min
Range per 10 min
164–210 km
NZ's fastest public chargers are currently 337 kW: this vehicle is future-ready as the network upgrades.

AC charging

AC charging
22 kW
Home charging cost
$4.07/100 km

per 100km · 19¢/kWh

Compare full running cost vs petrol vehicle

Dimensions & Weight

Length
5103 mm
Width
2019 mm
Height
1630 mm
Ground clearance
187 mm
Weight
2565 kg
Shape
Upper Large SUV
Seats
5
Safety Rating
5 starsVSRR

Storage & Towing

Boot space
688 L
Boot space (max)
1532 L
Frunk
46 L
Towing (braked)
2250 kg
Towing (unbraked)
750 kg

Cross-shopping?

Here are some other EVs, like the Lotus Eletre 600, that might be worth a look.

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RANGE

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POWER

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PRICE

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Details
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BMW iX xDrive45 M Sport
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RANGE

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POWER

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PRICE

$169,900

Details
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Porsche Macan 4S Electric
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Same price, sportier premium SUV, similar range but a smaller boot.

RANGE

606 km

POWER

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PRICE

$189,900

Details
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Volvo EX90 Twin Performance
Volvo EX90 Twin Performance

Cheaper flagship SUV with seven seats and similar range, smaller boot.

RANGE

600 km

POWER

500 kW

PRICE

$159,990

Details
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Audi SQ6 e-tron
Audi SQ6 e-tron

Considerably cheaper premium SUV, similar range, more compact.

RANGE

580 km

POWER

380 kW

PRICE

$155,990

Details

How many Lotus Eletre have been sold in NZ?

There have been 15 registered to date (all NZ new).

Lotus Eletre registrations
Monthly units (includes new and used import)

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