Kolhapur, 23rd September 2026: Lotus Cars India has announced a nationwide customer and prospect engagement brand experience that will bring its award-winning electric performance vehicle, the Lotus Eletre, closer to customers across some of India’s most significant luxury automobile markets, with Kolhapur among the key stops on the West India leg of the tour.
As part of this multi-city tour, Lotus Cars India hosting an exclusive brand experience in Kolhapur on 26th and 27th September 2026, for its prospective customers, entrepreneurs, business leaders, luxury lifestyle consumers and automotive enthusiasts. The Kolhapur leg is part of a wider West India tour that has travelled from Pune through Satara and is now heading to Kolhapur, before continuing to Goa alongside a parallel South and East India tour covering markets including Chennai, Thrissur, Kochi, Calicut, Mangaluru, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata and Hyderabad,
The spotlight in Kolhapur will be on the Lotus’ most significant vehicle, Lotus Eletre.
Amy Arora, Director, Lotus Cars India, said, “It has always been our endeavor to bring best in class brands and experiences to our discerning audiences. We believe in setting benchmarks that redefine excellence and inspire higher standards across the industry. Our unwavering determination and customer first philosophy set us apart, inspiring us to continually raise the bar and forge lasting relationships with our audiences. At the same time, we remain committed to delivering a seamless ownership experience, backed by comprehensive sales and after sales support across India.”
The Lotus Eletre is the brand’s all-electric hyper-SUV that combines dramatic performance, advanced technology and everyday practicality. Representing a new chapter for Lotus, it delivers the performance DNA synonymous with the marque while offering the versatility expected from a luxury SUV.
Designed as a customer and brand experience, the Kolhapur activation will offer select invitees curated drive experiences, personalised product demonstrations and detailed brand walk thru.
Beyond showcasing the vehicles, the Kolhapur activation reflects Lotus Cars India’s commitment to expanding its presence throughout the country and strengthening relationships with customers across key luxury markets. Having conducted similar roadshows in multiple cities, Lotus has consistently experienced an enthusiastic response from customers and automotive enthusiasts, reinforcing the brand’s focus on deeper engagement across India.
The Kolhapur showcase further reflects Lotus Cars India’s customer-first approach, with the brand continuing to strengthen its sales and after sales network to support customers across the country and deliver an unforgettable ownership experience.
Through the roadshow, Lotus Cars aims to create meaningful interactions with potential customers in Kolhapur while showcasing how its next generation electric vehicles combine British performance heritage with advanced technology and everyday usability.
Lotus Cars offers the following models with the specifications below:
Lotus Eletre (Hyper-SUV)
The Eletre lineup is split into the 600 Series and 900 Series. Both utilize an 800V electrical architecture with a 112 kWh battery.
| Specification | Eletre 600 Lineup(600, 600 GT, 600 GT SE, 600 Sport SE) | Eletre 900 Lineup(900 Sport, 900 Sport Carbon) |
| Powertrain | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (AWD) | Dual Motors with uprated rear drive unit (AWD) |
| Power Output | 450 kW (603 bhp / 612 PS) | 675 kW (905 bhp / 918 PS) |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 985 Nm |
| Transmission | Single-speed direct drive | 2-speed transmission (rear axle) |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.5 seconds | 2.95 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | 265 km/h |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh Gross (800V Architecture) | 112 kWh Gross (800V Architecture) |
| WLTP Range | Up to 530-600 km (model & wheel dependent) | 410 – 500 km |
| DC Fast Charging | Up to 350 kW (10–80% in ~20 min) | Up to 350 kW (10–80% in ~20 min) |
| Key Distinctions | Focus on long-range touring, highway assist, active air suspension, and luxury trim packs (GT/GT SE). | Active anti-roll control, active rear-wheel steering, and lightweight carbon styling (Sport Carbon). |
- Lotus Emeya (Hyper-GT)
Mirroring the Eletre, the Emeya grand tourer is structured into the 600 Series and 900 Series.
| Specification | Emeya 600 Lineup (600, 600 GT, 600 GT SE, 600 Sport SE) | Emeya 900 Lineup (900 Sport, 900 Sport Carbon) |
| Powertrain | Dual Motors (AWD) | High-performance Dual Motors (AWD) |
| Power Output | 450 kW (603 bhp / 612 PS) | 675 kW (905 bhp / 918 PS) |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 985 Nm |
| Transmission | Single-speed direct drive | 2-speed transmission |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.15 seconds | 2.78 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 256 km/h |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh Gross (800V Architecture) | 102 kWh Gross (800V Architecture) |
| WLTP Range | 500 – 610 km (variant & aero dependent) | 435 – 485 km |
| DC Fast Charging | Up to 350–400 kW (10–80% in ~14–18 min) | Up to 400 kW (10–80% in ~14 min) |
| Key Distinctions | GT/GT SE: 21″ forged wheels, 6-piston brakes, Highway Assist, intelligent glass roof.
Sport SE: Active aerodynamics & Lotus handling pack. |
900 Sport: Full handling pack & extreme power.
Sport Carbon: Carbon aero/exterior pack and track-honed equipment. |
- Lotus Emira (Sports Car)
The mid-engine internal combustion sports car line has evolved to official designations of Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE, and Emira V6 SE.
| Specification | Emira Turbo | Emira Turbo SE | Emira V6 SE |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 | 3.5L Supercharged 24-valve V6 |
| Transmission | 8-speed Dual-Clutch (DCT) | 8-speed Dual-Clutch (DCT) | 6-speed Manual (with visible linkage) or 6-speed Automatic |
| Power Output | 360 bhp (268 kW / 365 PS) | 400 bhp (298 kW / 406 PS) | 400 bhp (298 kW / 406 PS) |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 480 Nm | 420 Nm (MT) / 430 Nm (AT) |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.4 seconds | 4.0 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 275 km/h | 290 km/h | 290 km/h |
| Chassis & Brakes | Touring suspension; single-piece cast iron brakes | Sports suspension with Lotus Drivers Pack; cross-drilled two-piece discs | Revised Sports suspension; cross-drilled & ventilated two-piece discs; mechanical LSD (manual) |
| Kerb Weight | ~1,405 – 1,446 kg | ~1,405 – 1,446 kg | ~1,458 kg |
Summary of Nomenclature Structure
- 600 vs. 900: Indicates powertrain tier (450 kW / ~600 hp dual-motor vs. 675 kW / ~900 hp uprated dual-motor with 2-speed rear gearbox).
- GT / GT SE: Designates touring comfort, higher-spec KEF audio, intelligent glass roofs, and highway driving assist systems.
- Sport / Sport SE / Sport Carbon: Focuses on dynamic handling packs (active anti-roll, rear-wheel steer, active aero) and visible exposed carbon fibre body packages.
