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Lotus Cars has unveiled official images of the new next-generation supercar concept car, the LOTUS Theory 1.
The all-electric supercar stands out for its outstanding performance figures: it has a power output of up to 1,000 hp, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds and has a range of up to 400 km.
In the age of electric vehicles, it is no longer difficult to build high-powered models, but Lotus is not pursuing a pure "digital race", but is committed to creating a more pure driving machine.
Inheriting the Lotus brand's track pedigree, the Theory 1 puts the driving experience at the heart of its design, as does the critically acclaimed Elise, Exige and Evora sports cars.
In terms of exterior design, the Theory 1 has a typical supercar styling, and the whole vehicle is equipped with a large number of aerodynamic packages, reflecting the Lotus brand's design concept of "driving the wind".
The front bumper is exaggerated, the roofline is sleek, and the rear spoiler and diffuser are huge, giving it a strong sporty feel.
In order to achieve the lightweight goal, Lotus used only ten materials in the construction of the Theory 1, far fewer than the 100 in conventional cars, including fiberglass, carbon fiber, titanium, glass, rubber, aluminum, etc.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 4490mm, 2000mm and 1140mm respectively.
In terms of interior design, the Theory 1 features a unique door opening and three seat configurations, two of which are in the center and one on the side, providing a tight wrapping feel for the driver and passengers.
The interior is equipped with a head-up display, a digital display, and a KEF audio system integrated into the 3D printed headrests.
In terms of powertrain, the Theory 1's all-wheel drive motor system can output 1,000 hp and reach a top speed of 322 km/h, and is equipped with a 70 kWh battery pack to ensure a range of 402 km.
In addition, Lotus worked closely with partners such as Pirelli, AP Racing, Kyocera SLD Laser Co., Ltd. to provide Theory 1 with high-performance tires designed specifically for battery electric vehicles, an ultra-lightweight carbon-ceramic braking system and an advanced laser illumination system.
The first batch of production models of ZEEKR's new pure electric mid-size SUV, ZEEKR 7X, has officially rolled off the assembly line.
Previously, ZEEKR 7X has started pre-sale, with an officially announced starting price of 239,900 yuan, and it is expected to be fully listed on September 20 and begin batch delivery.
ZEEKR 7X is built based on SEA's vast architecture, and all models are equipped with 800-volt electrical architecture as standard.
In terms of exterior design, ZEEKR 7X adopts the "Hidden Energy" design language, and the front face is similar to ZEEKR 007, but it has been upgraded in details, such as a light strip composed of 1831 LED light beads, providing a more delicate dynamic light language effect.
The side design of the car focuses on sportiness, with short front and long rear overhangs, concealed door handles, and a continuous light cluster and "ZEEKR" logo in English at the rear. ZEEKR 7X will provide 7 exterior paint options to meet the individual needs of different consumers.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the ZEEKR 7X are 4825/1930/1656 (1666) mm, and the wheelbase is 2925 mm.
In terms of interior, ZEEKR 7X adopts a family-style design style, equipped with a floating central control screen and a multi-function steering wheel.
The interior of the car is also designed with a panoramic canopy and rear entertainment functions, including small tables and multimedia screens, which support a variety of applications such as video, music, KTV, and games.
In terms of power system, the ZEEKR 7X is equipped with a SiC silicon carbide rear motor as standard, and the maximum power of the single-motor rear-wheel drive model is 310 kilowatts.
Two battery capacity options are available: a 75 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a 100.01 kWh ternary lithium battery, corresponding to a range of 605 km and 600 km (standard range) and 780 km and 770 km (long range) in WLTC mode, respectively.
The dual-motor all-wheel drive model has a maximum power of 165 kW and 310 kW respectively for the front and rear motors, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in about 3 seconds, and is equipped with a 100.01 kWh ternary lithium battery pack for a range of 705 km in WLTC mode.
The launch of the ZEEKR 7X will further enrich the product line of the ZEEKR brand, and is expected to compete with the Tesla Model Y, Xpeng G6, Wenjie M5 EV and other pure electric mid-size SUVs in the same class.
Note: The above comprehensive information comes from Fast Technology