- A new Lotus appeared in teasers, showing its sharp tail and futuristic steering wheel.
- It appears to be a sportscar concept, promising to offer an “analogue” driving experience.
- Lotus is working on an electric production sportscar, set to carry the spirit of the Elise.
Lotus has stirred the pot with a series of social media teasers tagged as the “Lotus Theory,” sparking a flurry of speculation. Touted for a reveal on September 16, this mystery model could be a concept model with a sharp figure.
The cryptic teasers reveal a portion of the rear end, featuring ultra-slim LED taillights, and an active rear spoiler. There’s also a glimpse of a motorsport-inspired steering wheel, complete with integrated controls, suggesting a futuristic yet driver-centric interior.
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The British company has previously announced that it’s working on a fully electric sportscar—codenamed Type 135. The rollout of the production model is pegged for no earlier than 2027, hinging on advancements in battery technology. Lotus is intent on keeping the EV as lightweight as possible, aiming to embody the spirit of the now-discontinued Elise and serve as a fitting successor to the Emira.
It’s highly likely that the Theory concept will offer a glimpse into the styling of the future sports car, granting Lotus designers the latitude to push beyond the constraints typically associated with production models. The teasers, marked with the words “Analogue” and “Natural,” hint at the concept’s driver-centric ethos.
Lotus currently sells the ICE-powered Emira sportscar, alongside the fully electric Eletre SUV, the Emeya sedan, and the Evija hypercar. The Type 135 project is expected to become the new “core product” in their lineup, and is deemed crucial for a brand closely associated with lightweight sportscars.
Given the track record of the Hethel-based company, the production model will probably ditch the “Theory” moniker from the concept in favor of a name beginning with “E.” It’s expected to square off against the next generation of the Porsche 718 Cayman, which is also anticipated to transition to a fully electric platform.
