When we think of Lotus, the words "hybrid" and "sedan" aren't exactly the first words that come to mind. Now, though, Lotus is changing all that with the introduction of its Eterne concept, a four-door sedan with an optional hybrid powertrain. This may be a big step in a different direction for Lotus, but it's nothing new. The Eterne takes the same shape as the Porsche Panamera, Aston Martin Rapide and Audi A7 Sportback.

Like the new Esprit concept, the Eterne is powered by a 620-horsepower, 5.0-liter V8 sourced from Toyota. The optional hybrid drivetrain uses a Formula 1-style KERS energy recuperation system, and the Lotus sedan will be available in both rear- and all-wheel drive. Of course, this is still a Lotus, so good performance numbers are an absolute must, and we're told that the Eterne will run to 60 miles per hour in just 4.0 seconds on its way to a top speed of 196 mph.

 

 

I noticed that all these new Lotuses got the same front bumper/grille!

Maybe it's just me ?

 

So you're noticing that these Lotus concepts have the Lotus family face? Like most Porsches share the same family face? Or Aston Martins all share the same front grille/headlights/fascia design?

 

 

Would you rather have the Beak...err...."Power Plenum"? <----So stupid typing that.

Anyway I like this car...

 

I know my post may have sounded stupid, but what I was trying to say was.....

I just thought that if Acura had done that, there would be a lot of bitching! Yes, the grille on Acuras are the same, but the shape is different. And all the front bumpers are different.

These Lotuses bumpers, grilles(obviously it has to be; family face), and the air ducts(?) are shaped exactly the same!

I'll stop now, lol. Don't wanna keep making a fool of myself!

 

Looks great, Lotus. Build it!

 

That is one hot 4-door.

 

LOL. I get you. I think the only reason why people bitched because the Acura plenum design is a bit odd to some eyes. But let's not go there right now.

 

ill take one