First seen in concept form at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show, the Lotus Evora Range Extender Hybrid Electric Vehicle has now begun road testing.
The two electric motors drive each rear wheel independently. They combine to generate 408 horsepower and accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in under four seconds while emitting only 55 grams of CO2 per kilometre.
The Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid also uses energy recuperation, a seven-speed transmission with paddle shifters, a three-cylinder engine driving an electric generator that can directly power the two traction motors, and finally a 17 kWh lithium-polymer battery that can be charged through a standard power outlet. The car can run solely on electricity for up to 48 kilometres.
Will the car ever get the green light? Lotus executives are staying mum on the subject.
The two electric motors drive each rear wheel independently. They combine to generate 408 horsepower and accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in under four seconds while emitting only 55 grams of CO2 per kilometre.
The Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid also uses energy recuperation, a seven-speed transmission with paddle shifters, a three-cylinder engine driving an electric generator that can directly power the two traction motors, and finally a 17 kWh lithium-polymer battery that can be charged through a standard power outlet. The car can run solely on electricity for up to 48 kilometres.
Will the car ever get the green light? Lotus executives are staying mum on the subject.
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