Rex Kramer

Saw that today. As you say, both will be great although my guess is that the Macan will be ever so slightly cheaper on a like-for-like basis. I prefer the looks of the Lotus and I think the interior will be more interesting even if comparable in quality. Where the Macan might win it for me is the slightly more compact size and the fact that the “turbo” looks very competitively priced, even when optioned up.

Those are definitely a concern for me. Are Lotus owners receiving any commitments re CarPlay? Eletre “2024” is listed by Apple as a compatible vehicle which suggests things are well advanced.

This is really helpful insight. Given time of year and the relatively early stage of development these cars are in, I could well imagine this is the minimum you are going to get - should really pick up in the warmer months. I’m still leaning towards the S just to grab some extra range (I’d really like a minimum of 250 miles) but nothing has been decided yet!

@FastLaneJB thanks so much for taking the time to write this, incredibly helpful. In deciding whether to go S or R I am reminded of the challenge with my M5 - the outright acceleration is amazing but, whilst the opportunity to use it is actually very rare, you are paying for it constantly (fuel economy, running costs). I know I’ll yearn for the faster model if I don’t have it, but is it worth the compromised range and extra cost - in my case, probably not!

Hi - brand new to the forum and this may warrant a new thread but, since Eletre threads seem thin on the ground, figured I’d jump in here for now. Following this with interest as seriously considering the Eletre to replace my BMW M5 (2019 F90). Odd as some may find it, even I have grown a little tired of the cold start growl that wakes my neighbours at 6am. And the family loathes the noise/ride to the point that no one wants to get in it. But I don’t want to give up the pace, dynamics or luxuries. Sat in an Eletre today and was deeply impressed. Gorgeous outside and in, even if the vehicle struck me as a bit larger than I would like. And what else is there to match the combination of looks, driving dynamics, pace and luxury in the EV segment? Nervous to hear about the range issues (noting Harry Metcalfe’s concerns), lack of CarPlay (for now) and the weird adaptive cruise (something I use often in my M5). Coming from a quick car, I expect only the R will meet my expectations but it’s a big step up in cost and looks like a meaningful step down in range so, unless and until I can drive both, curious to hear how owners have found the pace in the non-R and R versions. Thanks!