In the world of electric super saloons, two dominant approaches exist: the lean and muscular Taycan from Porsche and the comfortable yet powerful builds reminiscent of Tesla. Lotus brings a fresh contender to the scene with the Emeya 900, which promises both the high performance associated with Norfolk's renowned precision and unexpected luxury.
Lotus vs. Porsche: The Showdown
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT: The Powerhouse
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Performance: Equipped with 1,092 bhp, the Taycan Turbo GT is a beast, achieving 0-62 mph in just 2.2 seconds. With a record-holding Nürburgring lap time of 7m 07.55s for production EVs, it's truly a force to be reckoned with.
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Design: Even if its styling is somewhat eccentric, akin to a barcode, its performance more than compensates.
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Driving Dynamics: Active suspension adapts the ride according to the drive mode, providing unmatched control and comfort, even without the thrill of gear shifts.
Lotus Emeya 900: The Refined Challenger
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Power and Build: Featuring 905 bhp, a tri-motor layout, and a Lamborghini-inspired design, the Emeya 900 holds its own despite weighing 2,650 kg.
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Interior: It offers a comfortable and attractive cockpit with firm touchpoints and a sleek design, retaining the essence of a Lotus.
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Ride Experience: The Emeya has solid grip and well-tuned steering, but it lacks the memorability typically expected from a Lotus.
Price and Practicality
- Porsche Taycan Turbo GT: Starts at an eye-watering £186,300; tested with extras at £199,305.
- Lotus Emeya 900: Begins at £129,990, while the more practical Emeya 600 is priced at £84,990, offering great value without the hefty weight.
Conclusion
While the Lotus Emeya 900 impresses with its modern design and luxury, it still trails behind the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT in terms of sheer performance and driving thrill. The Porsche redefines electric saloon performance, dominating the track despite the debatable utility of its seating configuration. In this head-to-head, the Taycan Turbo GT takes the win by blending speed and innovation into a package that's hard to beat.
Summary
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, with its superior refinement and exhilarating performance, edges out the Lotus Emeya 900 in the super saloon arena, proving once again why Porsche remains a leader in performance electric vehicles.
