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Lotus Unveils Eletre X Plug-In Hybrid With 952 PS, Europe Launch Set for Autumn 2026

The Electric-First architecture targets range anxiety by combining rapid 900-volt charging with a petrol backup.

Overview

  • New plug-in setup keeps dual electric motors as primary drive and adds a 2.0-liter turbo four that works mainly as a range extender, with EV, serial or parallel hybrid modes.
  • System output is quoted at 952 PS and 935 Nm, delivering 0–100 km/h in about 3.3 seconds and a top speed near 230 km/h.
  • A 70 kWh battery aims for up to 350 km of electric driving, while a 52-liter tank lifts combined range to roughly 1,200 km.
  • The 900-volt electrical architecture supports up to 430 kW DC charging, taking the pack from 20% to 80% in around nine minutes.
  • European sales are planned for autumn 2026 at about €100,000, with chassis and comfort revisions for long-distance use; reports differ on the petrol engine’s supplier.