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How does the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT stack up against the Lotus Emeya?
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The Turbo GT is Porsche Taycan's most radical version
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Lotus' first EV performance sedan offers a worthy alternative for half the price
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The twin e-motor setup in the Taycan Turbo GT is good for 1,019 hp, making it the most powerful, road-going Porsche
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The dual-motors in the Lotus Emeya R are good for 919 hp, making it the second-most powerful Lotus after the 1,972-hp Evija
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The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT sacrifices practicality for on-track performance
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The optional Weissach Package removes the rear seats from the Taycan Turbo GT interior, contributing to a sub-4,900-pound weight
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The Lotus Emeya is heftier and at over 5,700 pounds, much heavier
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THe Taycan Turbo GT's minimalsitic, but upscale interior is full of motorsport heritage thanks to Alcantara inserts and bucket seats
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Meanwhile, the Emeya offers a much more luxurious experience
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With the Weissach package, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT needs just 2.1 seconds to hit 60 mph, on its way to a top speed of 190 mph
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The Emeya takes a bit longer for the 0-60 mph sprint - 2.7 seconds. The top speed is limited to 155 mph
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Extreme performance comes at a steep price: Taycan Turbo GT starts at $231,995
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Meanwhile, the Lotus Emeya R will "only" set you back around $120,000
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Swipe up to learn mroe about these two performance EV sedans and how they compare
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Lotus marketing chief teased an image of Theory 1. Could this be a rumored all-electric sports car and successor to the Lotus Elise?
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The Theory 1's design is aggressive and sporty, with a prominent wing and sleek taillights
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Lotus models typically have names starting with the letter "E," but Theory 1 breaks this tradition, suggesting it's a preview of future designs
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If the Theory 1 has some connection with the Type 135 all-electric sports car teased by Lotus in 2021
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It could end up being a rival to the upcoming Porsche 718 EV
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The Type 132, which is now the Lotus Eletre SUV
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And the Type 133, the Lotus Emeya sedan have already gone on sale
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The Theory 1 might be a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Type 135, a sports car expected to launch in 2027.
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Lotus is developing a new lightweight electric vehicle architecture that will be used for multiple cars, including the Type 135
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The Type 135 will have a unique battery placement behind the cabin, similar to a traditional engine, allowing for a lower driving position
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Lotus and founder Colin Chapman, have a history of building lightweight, driver-focused sports cars, and Theory 1 is expected to follow this tradition
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Expected to cost $95,000, the Theory 1 will face competition from other electric sports cars like the upcoming Porsche Boxster EV, and the MG Cyberster in Europe and China
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The official unveiling of the Theory 1 is scheduled for September 17th, and it remains to be seen if that car that takes over from the Emira is an electric Elise or a glimpse into the future of Lotus design.
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