---
title: "This One-Of-One Lotus Evora Hybrid Can Be Yours for the Low Price of $195,000"
description: "Think that's steep? Think again, as Lotus reportedly spent $30 million developing this Evora 414E Hybrid prototype."
date: "2019-02-04"
modified: "2019-05-10"
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  - name: "Chris Tsui"
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url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/26318/this-one-of-one-lotus-evora-hybrid-can-be-yours-for-the-low-price-of-195000"
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  - "hybrid"
  - "Lotus"
  - "lotus evora"
  - "sports car"
  - "sports cars"
---

# This One-Of-One Lotus Evora Hybrid Can Be Yours for the Low Price of $195,000

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Even though [Lotus' electric Omega hypercar](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/26187/lotus-partnering-with-formula-e-battery-supplier-williams-to-develop-electric-hypercar>) won't show its face until later in the year, you can get your hands on an electrified Lotus *right now* if you've got the equivalent of $195,000 hiding between your couch's cushions or under your mattress.

Spotted on [LotusForSale](<https://www.lotusforsale.com/ads/lotus-evora-414e-electric-car-range-extender-only-one-made-by-lotus/>) is a one-of-one, plug-in hybrid Lotus Evora officially dubbed the Evora 414E Hybrid. Built in-house by Lotus as a prototype, the 414E is powered by a 1.2-liter range extender coupled to a pair of electric motors good for 204 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque apiece. This, in tandem with two independent, single-speed transmissions, apparently results in "industry-leading" torque vectoring capabilities.

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*LotusForSale*

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*LotusForSale*

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*LotusForSale*

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*LotusForSale*

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*LotusForSale*

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*LotusForSale*

The British automaker touts a simulated paddle shift "transmission" that, as its name implies, simulates a seven-speed dual-clutch. It's said to offer "less of a psychological step change for people familiar with high-performance cars" not unlike the way many modern CVTs are calibrated to simulate a more traditional torque converter automatic. The system here, though, is also able to replicate the physical jolt that comes with banging through real gears.

Lotus claims a zero-to-60 time of 4.4 seconds and a total range of over 300 miles. According to the seller, the electrified Evora is "a must for any serious car collector, or perhaps a manufacturer who wishes to acquire technological know-how." Priced at 150,000 British pounds, the unique coupe may be seen as a bargain considering the seller's claim that it cost Lotus around $30 million to manufacture. The seller also says the 414E does indeed have a VIN and could be registered for legal road use if its owner so desires.

*h/t:* [*Motor1*](<https://www.motor1.com/news/303152/lotus-evora-hybrid-for-sale/>)

## Author
Chris Tsui is *The Drive*'s former Reviews Editor and current freelance automotive journalist. He's based in Toronto.

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