Jeremy Clarkson praises hybrid Lotus Eletre in column

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Jeremy Clarkson has praised the hybrid version of the Lotus Eletre SUV in his column, calling its steering 'perfect' and ride 'sublime'.

Jeremy Clarkson has reviewed the hybrid version of the Lotus Eletre SUV in his column, expressing newfound admiration for the vehicle. The former Top Gear presenter and current farmer praised the 'perfect' steering and 'sublime' ride, and noted that whilst the fully electric Eletre was not a major sales success, the hybrid version could be different.

Clarkson drove the vehicle in electric-only mode initially for a trip to London before switching to hybrid mode. He described the interior as 'beautifully' trimmed with a no-nonsense dashboard and said that the car's performance in hybrid mode was 'Porsche turbo sprightly'. He commented: 'In the past, you've never been able to say you've bought a Lotus because you wanted to be comfortable, but you can now.'

According to Clarkson's specifications, the Eletre X offers an average of 40mpg with a combined range of 746 miles and produces 939 brake horsepower. When all the motors are engaged, the vehicle develops nearly 1,000 horsepower, which Clarkson described as 'almost unbelievably sprightly'.

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• Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'sublime ride' with shocking price tagJeremy Clarkson has revealed his newfound admiration for one car, with a shocking price tag.Oxford Mail · 1 Nov, 13:00
• Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'sublime ride' with shocking price tagJeremy Clarkson has revealed his newfound admiration for one car, with a shocking price tag.Oxfordshire Guardian · 1 Nov, 13:00

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