2026 Lotus Eletre Price in Australia

Lotus Eletre is the company’s first large electric SUV and remains a core model on the official Lotus Australia website. Lotus describes it as a Hyper-SUV because it combines the size and everyday usability of a premium family SUV with power outputs, active aerodynamics and chassis systems more commonly associated with high-performance cars. At just over five metres long and more than two metres wide, the Eletre has a substantial road presence, but its low nose, dramatic air channels and coupé-like roofline help distinguish it from more traditional luxury SUVs.

The Australian Eletre range originally comprised Eletre, Eletre S and Eletre R, with 450 kW dual-motor power for the regular and S versions and 675 kW in the R. Lotus has since refreshed the broader model family into Eletre 600 and Eletre 900 series. The 600 models prioritise a balance of long range, performance and luxury, while the 900 series focuses on maximum acceleration and equipment. Lotus advertises more than 600 hp and up to around 600 km range for 600-series cars, while 900-series models deliver more than 900 hp with range of up to roughly 500 km.

All Eletre variants use dual-motor all-wheel drive and sophisticated chassis electronics. Air suspension, active anti-roll technology and adaptive damping help manage the considerable mass while retaining the responsive character expected of a Lotus. The fastest derivatives accelerate from rest with supercar urgency, while torque vectoring and rear-wheel steering on higher specifications improve agility. The result is a vehicle that can feel much smaller on a flowing road than its physical dimensions suggest.

Battery and charging performance are key strengths. Australian vehicles use a large battery pack of roughly 112 kWh gross capacity and support very high-rate DC charging on suitable infrastructure. The latest Eletre family retains the focus on rapid charging, allowing substantial range to be added during a short stop. AC home charging is also supported, and Lotus Connect lets owners monitor charging status, precondition the cabin, check range and access selected remote functions through the Lotus Cars app.

Cabin space is one of the Eletre’s biggest advantages over a conventional Lotus sports car. The standard layout seats five, while an optional four-seat Executive Seat Pack creates a more limousine-like second row on suitable models. A large 688-litre rear luggage area and additional front storage make it useful for family trips, and Australian specifications have included up to 2,250 kg of braked towing capacity. Premium options include upgraded comfort seats, intelligent glass roof technology, high-end KEF audio and advanced driver-assistance packages.

For Australian buyers comparing Porsche Cayenne Electric-class vehicles, BMW iX, Audi Q8 e-tron and other premium EV SUVs, Eletre offers an unusually performance-led alternative. Its strengths are acceleration, charging speed, cabin space, towing capability and sophisticated chassis technology. The compromises are its substantial weight, very wide body, expensive large tyres and premium price. It is not the lightweight Lotus experience of an Elise or Emira, but it does successfully translate the brand’s obsession with steering, aerodynamics and dynamic control into a practical electric SUV.