Lotus Technology’s Emeya has set a new electric vehicle lap record at Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit, posting a time of 2 minutes, 20.317 seconds around the circuit’s 3.4-mile (5.5-km) layout. The record-setting lap, driven by champion GT driver Daniel Lu, beats the fastest publicly reported EV lap previously recorded at Sepang — 2:27.790 — by more than seven seconds, according to Lotus Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: LOT). The run was completed by the Emeya R+ derivative, now known as the Emeya 900. The result adds to Lotus’ effort to show that its electric lineup can pair everyday usability with genuine track performance.
Highlights
- Lotus Emeya sets a 2:20.317 lap at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, the fastest publicly reported EV lap time there.
- The run beats the previous EV benchmark of 2:27.790 by more than seven seconds.
- The lap was completed by the Emeya R+ derivative — now known as the Emeya 900 — with champion GT driver Daniel Lu at the wheel.
- Lotus credits part of the performance to its “porosity” aerodynamic principle, also used on the Evija and Emira.
Sepang’s Layout Tests Power, Braking and Chassis Balance
Sepang’s 3.4-mile (5.5-km) circuit combines long high-speed straights with a technical mix of fast and slow corners, placing equal demands on power delivery, braking performance, aerodynamic stability and chassis balance, according to Lotus. The company describes the layout as one of Asia’s most demanding tracks, and the record lap illustrates how the Emeya balanced outright speed with the circuit’s slower technical sections.
Porosity Aerodynamics Trace Back to the Evija
A signature element of the Emeya’s design is “porosity” — the aerodynamic principle of directing air through the vehicle as well as under, over and around it. Lotus says the concept, first developed for its all-electric Evija hypercar, remains integral to the Emira and provided inspiration for the Emeya, contributing to the car’s performance at Sepang.
Lotus Frames the Result as Engineering Validation
Chong Yok Meng, Senior Director for Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics at Lotus, said: “At Lotus, the track has always been the ultimate proving ground. Setting the fastest EV lap at Sepang reflects the dedication of our engineering team and our commitment to delivering exceptional driver engagement, precision and performance. For us, this achievement isn’t just about speed – it’s proof that our electric vehicles embody the same dynamic principles that have defined Lotus for generations.”
Lotus says the Sepang result reinforces the Emeya‘s position among the world’s highest-performing electric grand tourers, reflecting the company’s push to carry its motorsport and performance-engineering background into the electric era.
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