Is the Lotus Emeya still a car that simplifies, then adds lightness?
For years, Lotus has been synonymous with lightweight, agile sports cars that place importance on agility and driver interaction. As an electric luxury sedan, the Emeya is a break from this tradition. At over 2,000 kg, it’s much heavier and more complex than traditional Lotus models. The change, which has led to debate among Lotus' enthusiasts as to whether the company is losing its values or chasing them for market share and profit. Beyond the question of the brand identity, the electrification of sports car manufacturers and how to combine heritage with innovation in the automotive industry are some of the issues at stake.
No way, man. This thing is a small moon, weight wise. It’s Colin Chapman’s death backflips in his grave.
Now it's a different kind of 'lightness'. Aerodynamically and electrically they are pushing the envelope. Times change, brands evolve.
I think they're trying to toe the line. Even though the Emeya is heavy, it's still a performance and handling focused car. Though, it’s just adapted to the modern era.
Lotus is dead. It’s just another soulless EV wearing a legendary badge. RIP.
Y'all are missing the point. Efficiency, not just weight, was the name of the game with "Simplify, then add lightness." But the Emeya is doing that, in a different way.
It's a necessary evil. Lotus needs to make money to survive and, sadly, lightweight sports cars no longer bring in the cash.
I’m not passing judgment on it until I drive one. Does it matter how much it weighs, if it feels like a Lotus?
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