Lotus Technology Inc., a global intelligent and luxury mobility provider, has officially launched its new hyper SUV, For Me, known as the Eletre X in Europe. The launch took place in Beijing on March 29, 2026. For Me is the first mass-produced Lotus built on the new X-Hybrid Architecture, designed to offer hypercar-level performance with everyday usability.
The model is available in Standard Edition and Special Edition variants, priced at RMB508,000 and RMB558,000 respectively. Deliveries begin on March 30, 2026.
Lotus Tech CEO Qingfeng Feng said, “Hyper SUVs have always demanded compromise. X-Hybrid technology eliminates that. For Me gives drivers hypercar soul with the ease required for daily life.”
X-Hybrid Architecture: High Performance for All Scenarios
For Me debuts the new X-Hybrid system built on a 900V high-voltage platform and a 70 kWh high-capacity battery. It produces 952 horsepower and accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
Performance remains strong even at low battery levels. With just 10% charge, For Me reaches 0–100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, ensuring confidence in every situation.
Key highlights:
- 11C ultra-high discharge rate battery delivers instant power
- 2.0T engine + 150 kW generator replenishes ~25 kWh per hour at 120 km/h
- 420 km pure electric range
- 1,400 km combined range, reducing charging anxiety
The SUV maintains performance across conditions:
- Consistent acceleration even at 5,000 meters altitude
- Three-dimensional heat dissipation prevents thermal limits in desert heat
- Battery activates fully in 4 minutes at –40°C, supporting cold-weather performance
Lotus Handling: Control That Matches Power
For Me brings Lotus’s handling philosophy to a full-size SUV using lightweight engineering and advanced chassis technology.
Lightweight elements include:
- Aerospace aluminum body
- Semi-solid magnesium alloy rear motor housing
- Total weight reduction of 500 kg
The chassis integrates:
- Dual-chamber air suspension
- Dual-valve CCD electromagnetic dampers
- 48V active stabilizer bar
- Brembo six-piston calipers
- Custom Pirelli P Zero 5 LTS tires
Braking and control:
- 100–0 km/h braking distance: 33.9 m
- Performance remains stable even after 12 hard stops
- Active rear spoiler adds 120 kg downforce during emergency braking
Aerodynamics follow the Lotus hypercar DNA, featuring:
- Four sets of eight Race-Aero through-air ducts
- Venturi-effect airflow channels
- Hidden lidar that deploys only when required
ADAS: Global Safety Standards
For Me features the Geely Afari Smart Driving H7 architecture, an NVIDIA Thor chip, and 30 perception units.
Key driver assistance features:
- AEB capable of full stop at 130 km/h
- Highway navigation pilot with 150 km/h set speed
- City navigation pilot for unprotected turns, two-wheeler avoidance, and complex intersections
- Remote parking via smartphone
Lotus Tech is now the second automaker globally to receive UN R171.01 certification, aligning For Me with global ADAS safety standards.
Design and Space: Performance Meets Practicality
For Me is offered in six exterior colors, each with a distinct hypercar-inspired character.
Key interior and space features:
- Length: 5,103 mm | Wheelbase: 3,019 mm
- Generous rear legroom with reclining backrest
- Boot fits two strollers plus baby gear
- 28-inch bike fits with adjacent seats folded
Interior highlights:
- 23-speaker KEF audio with subwoofer integrated into the center console
- 10-level PDLC smart sunroof
- Satin double-woven carbon fiber trim
- Premium leather seating
For Me blends X-Hybrid technology, signature Lotus handling, and refined comfort to create a new category of hyper SUV—built for modern mobility while staying true to Lotus’s philosophy of “For the Drivers.”