Overview
Sports-car specialist Lotus is branching out to the luxury electric-sedan segment with an upcoming four-door model. While we previously speculated that the sedan would wear the name Envya, Lotus has said it will definitely not. Our latest intel suggests perhaps it will be called Cortina. Expected to challenge other sporty EV sedans, such as the Audi e-tron GT and the Porsche Taycan, the Cortina is expected to offer an electric powertrain with enough punch to hit 60 mph in the 3.0-second range. We’re confident Lotus can leverage its pedigree for phenomenal chassis tuning and deliver handling that will make the Cortina seriously fun to drive. To be competitive, the slinky sedan will need to offer a driving range of at least 250 miles per charge. Our spy photos suggest that the forthcoming four-door EV will have a stylish appearance, but we haven’t yet seen a glimpse of its interior. When we finally do find out more about the 2025 Lotus Cortina, we’ll update this story with details.
What’s New for 2025?
The Cortina will be an all-new model for Lotus when it reaches production, likely as a 2025 model. It will sit alongside the electric Eletre crossover in what will be a fresh lineup for Lotus, a brand known for going many years without new product.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
We’re assuming the Cortina will be offered in a similar range of trims as the Eletre SUV, with an entry-level base model, a sportier S variant, and then a performance-oriented R version. If the Cortina has the same powertrain as the Eletre, the R model could come with as much as 906 horsepower.
As more information becomes available, we’ll update this story with more details about:
- EV Motor, Power, and Performance
- Range, Charging, and Battery Life
- Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
- Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
- Infotainment and Connectivity
- Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
- Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Source: www.caranddriver.com