As consumers in the U.S. eagerly anticipate. the deliveries of the Lotus Emeya hyper GT, the renowned supercar developer is making the headlines with its rapid charging capabilities. Acclaimed as a record-breaker, the Emeya’s charging speeds are nearly as impressive as its on-road performance.
Lotus unveiled the Emeya Hyper GT nine months ago. The Emeya is Lotus’s first four-door BEV that is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds. The Emeya has completed a rigorous three-year testing phase in February 2024 and is gearing up for global deliveries, including in China and Europe, where it is manufactured.
Record-Breaking Charging Speeds
Recently Lotus has highlighted the Emeya’s ability to charge from 10-80% in just 14 minutes using a 400 kW DC fast charger. This impressive feat was validated by global consulting firm P3, which placed Emeya at the top for fastest charging in the Asian market. It surpassed the prominent models like the Mercedes EQS, BMW i7, and Tesla Model Y.
During the charging session, Lotus reports the Emeya achieved a peak power of 402 kW, and maintained an average charging power of 331 kW, which again bested its competition. Lotus said the Emeya can recoup 310 km (193 miles) of range in a ten-minutes chagrin session with the WLTC energy consumption range of 18.7 kWh/100 km, pushing BEVs closer to matching traditional fuel-up times.
Pioneering Charging Technology
Lotus Group CEO Qingfeng Feng spoke about the company’s charging capabilities and the importance of speeding up the process for consumers, “With our industry-leading charging technology available today, Emeya pushes the boundaries for how an EV performs, providing drivers with the confidence to travel anywhere. We’re bringing an unrivalled driving experience in the ultimate grand tourer package, so drivers want to go electric”.
Lotus announced its own line of liquid-cooled EV chargers, including a 450 kW DC fast charger in November 2023, alongside its proprietary charging app and tap card system. Lotus has also partnered with NIO to establish unified battery standards and charging technologies, ensuring a streamlined process for all BEV drivers.
Although the current charging infrastructure may not support the Emeya’s maximum 402 kW charge rates for most users, the Lotus’s advancements indicate a significant leap toward faster, more efficient charging. This progress brings electric vehicle charging closer to a future where recharging an EV takes the same time as filling up a gas tank. With the Lotus Emeya hyper GT, drivers can look forward to an unparalleled electric driving experience, combining exceptional performance with groundbreaking charging technology.
