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    Lotus Eletre

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    Range

    up to

    460

    km

    0-100 km/hr

    as fast as

    4.5

    s

    Price

    MSRP

    $

    $119.9k – 139.9k

    Description:

    The Lotus Eletre is a full-size, five-seat electric SUV and the first SUV from Lotus, the British sports car brand that’s majority-owned by China’s Geely. It’s built in Wuhan, China, and it’s on sale in Canada in three trims, Eletre, Touring and Sport, with first Canadian deliveries in July 2026 as one of the first arrivals under Canada’s new import quota for China-built EVs.

    Specifications:

    Trim Levels:EletreTouringSport
    Price (CAD)119,900129,900139,900
    Range (km)460460460
    Battery (kWh)111.9111.9111.9
    Power (kW)450450450
    0-100km/hr (sec)4.54.54.5
    Top speed (km/hr)258258258
    Torque (Nm)710710710
    Charge time (Level 3)20m20m20m
    Charge time (Level 2)18h18h18h

    Pricing & incentives

    As of Nov 4, 2026

    Pricing and incentives for Lotus Eletre
    MSRP (CAD)
    $119,900 – $139,900
    3 trims
    Federal EVAP Incentive
    Not eligible
    Over the federal price cap
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    Range, Battery, and Charging of the Lotus Eletre:

    • A 111.9 kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery gives 460 km of EPA-rated range on every Canadian trim, according to Lotus Canada, and Natural Resources Canada lists the same figure.
    • Natural Resources Canada rates combined consumption at 28.4 kWh/100 km (28.0 city, 28.8 highway), which is high even among large electric SUVs.
    • Lotus quotes DC fast charging at up to 350 kW and about 20 minutes to 80%, which its North American press kit gives as 10% to 80%.
    • Natural Resources Canada lists a full Level 2 recharge time of about 18 hours.

    Powertrain and Performance of the Lotus Eletre:

    • Two motors drive all four wheels with 450 kW and 710 Nm of torque on the Eletre, Touring and Sport.
    • Lotus quotes 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h.
    • Air suspension and active anti-roll control help a 2,565 kg SUV feel flatter and more agile than its size suggests.
    • Lotus Canada also lists a limited, more powerful Eletre Carbon, whose figures differ from the trims covered on this page.

    Technology and Features of the Lotus Eletre:

    • A 15.1-inch OLED touchscreen runs Lotus Hyper OS with over-the-air updates.
    • A slim driver display and a head-up display sit in front of the driver.
    • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included.
    • A KEF audio system and an electrochromic glass roof are fitted.
    • Active aerodynamics include an active rear spoiler and air channels through the body.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Lotus opened Canadian orders in spring 2026 through its Canadian dealers, and first deliveries arrived in July 2026. The Eletre is built in China, so it comes in under Canada's annual quota for China-built EVs (49,000 vehicles in the quota's first year). Our guide to Chinese EVs in Canada covers the other China-built models sold or expected here.
    Lotus is a British brand that's majority-owned by China's Geely, and the Eletre is built in Wuhan, China. It was developed as Lotus's first SUV and its electric flagship, with chassis tuning aimed at Lotus-style handling. It handles remarkably well for its size, but it's a large luxury SUV rather than a lightweight sports car.
    Lotus Canada sells the Eletre in Eletre, Touring and Sport trims, which share the same 450 kW dual-motor powertrain, 111.9 kWh battery and 460 km of rated range. The higher trims add equipment rather than performance. Lotus Canada also lists a limited, more powerful Eletre Carbon, whose figures differ from the trims covered on this page.
    Lotus Canada quotes 460 km of EPA-rated range for the Eletre, Touring and Sport, and Natural Resources Canada lists the same figure, with combined consumption of 28.4 kWh/100 km (28.0 city, 28.8 highway). That's a high energy use, so fast highway driving and large wheels cut range quickly. Cold weather reduces the range of any EV, so expect noticeably less in a Canadian winter; no winter range test was in our review set.
    On a DC fast charger, Lotus quotes up to 350 kW and about 20 minutes to 80%, which its North American press kit gives as 10% to 80%. Real-world times depend on the charger's output, the battery's temperature and the starting charge level. Natural Resources Canada lists a full Level 2 recharge time of about 18 hours. To plan home charging, try the EV charging cost calculator.
    The Eletre, Touring and Sport use two motors and all-wheel drive with 450 kW and 710 Nm of torque, and Lotus quotes 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h. The acceleration is relentless, even at a low state of charge. Air suspension and active anti-roll control help it corner flatter than its 2,565 kg suggests.
    The Eletre is 5,103 mm long, 2,019 mm wide and 1,636 mm tall, on a 3,019 mm wheelbase, and it seats five. Lotus lists 688 L of cargo space with the rear seats up and 1,532 L with them folded, and there's a small front trunk. It can tow up to 2,250 kg, and the rear seat is roomy and easy to fit a child seat in.
    Not federally, because the Eletre is built in China and EVAP excludes China-built vehicles. Manitoba's rebate also excludes China-made EVs bought after March 19, 2025. Check your province's current rules before you buy, because program terms change.
    Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and both work wired and wirelessly. They run on a 15.1-inch OLED touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, which gets over-the-air updates, alongside a slim driver display and a head-up display. The system is quick and intuitive, but there's no physical volume knob.
    The Eletre's rivals include the Porsche Cayenne Electric and Macan Electric, the BMW iX and the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, and its looks invite comparison with the Lamborghini Urus. It's more distinctive and more dramatic to drive than most rivals, with a roomy cabin. Against that, it's very heavy, its 28.4 kWh/100 km energy use is high, and The Globe and Mail counted only six Lotus dealers in Canada at launch. Our guide to electric SUVs in Canada covers more options.

    Pros & Cons

    Pros:

    With 450 kW and 710 Nm, Lotus quotes 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, and the pace keeps building well past highway speeds, with launch control still strong at a low state of charge.
    Air suspension and active anti-roll control keep the body flat, and it doesn't drive like a regular SUV on a winding road.
    Active aerodynamics, an active rear spoiler and air channels through the body give it real presence, and it's easily mistaken for a Lamborghini Urus.
    High-quality materials and switchgear, the electrochromic glass roof and the KEF audio system lift the cabin.
    The 15.1-inch OLED touchscreen is quick and intuitive, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and it's easier to use than some rival luxury EVs' systems.
    Lotus quotes up to 350 kW and about 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a fast enough charger, which helps offset its high energy use on road trips.
    Lotus lists 688 L of cargo space with the rear seats up and 1,532 L folded, plus a small front trunk, and the rear seat is roomy and child-seat friendly.

    Cons:

    The ride turns firm over bumps in the sportier modes, on large wheels with little sidewall.
    Natural Resources Canada rates it at 28.4 kWh/100 km (the EV charging cost calculator shows what that means where you live), so its 460 km of rated range is modest for a 111.9 kWh battery, and fast driving will cut it further.
    There's no volume knob, the air vents are adjusted through the touchscreen, and some of the steering-wheel controls are awkward.

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