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Lotus Emeya

The Lotus Emeya is a fully electric upper large sedan that went on sale in New Zealand in August 2024. Two variants are available, the 600 and 900 Sport, priced from $189,900 to $259,900, making it the third most affordable electric upper large sedan on sale in New Zealand.

WLTP range is 485 km on the 900 Sport and up to 610 km on the 600, from a 102 kWh battery.

Lotus Emeya 600 (2024)

Lotus Emeya 600Lotus Emeya 600
Range (WLTP)610 km
Battery size102 kWh
Power450 kW
0–100 km/h4.2 s
Price from$189,900

Previously called Emeya R and S. The Emeya 600 series has a number of additional trims; 600 GT SE adds trim such as premium audio and glass roof. The larger 21" wheels lead to a drop in range to 580 km.

The 600 Sport SE adds the aero and handling pack, plus ventilated and massaging seats. Option of 21" or 22" wheels.

Note that opting for 22" wheels will lower tow capacity to 1225 kg.

Performance

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

Range & Efficiency

WLTP range
610 km
WLTP consumption
177 Wh/km
Highway range
476 km
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Battery & Charging

Battery

Battery (nominal)
102 kWh
Battery (usable)
98.9 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
167–214 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
$3.36/100 km

per 100km · 19¢/kWh

Compare full running cost vs petrol vehicle

Dimensions & Weight

Length
5139 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
1464 mm
Ground clearance
141 mm
Weight
2555 kg
Shape
Upper Large Sedan
Seats
5
Safety Rating
5 starsVSRR

Storage & Towing

Boot space
509 L
Boot space (max)
1388 L
Frunk
34 L
Towing (braked)
2250 kg
Towing (unbraked)
750 kg

Cross-shopping?

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

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Details

How many Lotus Emeya have been sold in NZ?

There have been 3 registered to date (all NZ new).

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

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