| Lotus Ethos | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lotus Engineering |
| Production | 2010 |
| Designer | Donato Coco |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-door hatchback |
| Related | Proton EMAS |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.2 liter three-cylinder flex-fuel capable petrol engine |
| Dimensions | |
| Kerb weight | 1400 kg (3086 lbs) |
The Lotus Ethos is a fully plug-in hybrid concept car that was unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show as the "Lotus CityCar". The vehicle was developed by Lotus Engineering, a separate division from Lotus Cars.[1] The CityCar has a lithium battery pack with an all-electric range of 60 km (37 miles), and after the battery is depleted the 1.2-litre petrol engine kicks in to help with charging, allowing the car to run more than 500 km (310 miles).[1][2] The concept car is designed for flex-fuel operation on ethanol, or methanol as well as regular petrol.[3]
- ^ a b Jerry Garrett (October 2010). "Lost in the Paris Hoopla: Lotus CityCar". New York Times. Retrieved 5 October 2010.
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
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