Lotus Eletre vs BMW i8 [2014]

CarWale brings you comparison of Lotus Eletre and BMW i8 [2014]. The Lotus Eletre price is Rs. 2.55 Crore and BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore.

Eletre vs i8 [2014] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Eletre	i8 [2014]
Price	Rs. 2.55 Crore	Rs. 2.62 Crore
Engine Capacity	-	-
Power	-	-
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol

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Lotus Eletre

Standard

Rs. 2.55 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

Rs. 2.62 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Lotus Eletre

Standard

BMW i8 [2014]

1.5 Hybrid

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Brochure
colours

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Chrome
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Display	TFT Display
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	18 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, shoulder support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	18 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, shoulder support forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	18 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out)
Seat Upholstery	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	All
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Customisable
Rear Armrest
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Colours

	Galloway Green
	Stellar Black
	Kaimu Grey
	Blossom Grey
	Solar Yellow

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Eletre vs i8 [2014] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Lotus Eletre and BMW i8 [2014]?

Lotus Eletre price is Rs. 2.55 Crore and BMW i8 [2014] price is Rs. 2.62 Crore. Hence Lotus Eletre is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Lotus Eletre vs BMW i8 [2014]

Top Speed (kmph)	258
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	4.5
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Max Motor Performance	603 bhp, 710 Nm
Driving Range (km)	600
Drivetrain	AWD
Transmission	Automatic, Sport Mode	Automatic
Battery	112 kWh
Others	Regenerative Braking, Pure Electric Driving Mode

Length (mm)	5103
Width (mm)	2135
Height (mm)	1630
Wheelbase (mm)	3019
Ground Clearance (mm)	187
Kerb Weight (kg)	2490

Front Suspension	Multi-link
Rear Suspension	Multi-link
Front Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Rub-strips	Chrome Inserts

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Headlights	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital
Trip Meter	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Tachometer	Analogue

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	4
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited

Doors (Doors)	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2