Lotus (Geely)
Lotus Evija 路特斯Evija
The Lotus Evija (路特斯Evija, Lùtèsī Evija) keeps the “Lotus Evija” badge in export markets (global export (Europe, Middle East)).
Chinese name vs export names
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | Lotus Evija (路特斯Evija · Lùtèsī Evija) | Domestic name |
| global export (Europe, Middle East) | Lotus Evija | Export name |
- sedan
- EV
- Lotus (Geely)
Why the different names?
Chinese brands often sell one car under several badges: a Chinese name at home (路特斯Evija, Lùtèsī Evija) and one or more export names abroad. Renames happen to avoid trademark conflicts, to fit a global naming system, or because the domestic name does not translate well.
Limited-run electric hypercar; badge kept worldwide.
Markets
Local names and used-import rules for the Lotus Evija in 14 markets:
Frequently asked questions
What is the Lotus Evija called outside China?
The Lotus Evija (路特斯Evija, Lùtèsī Evija) keeps the “Lotus Evija” badge in export markets (global export (Europe, Middle East)).
Is the Lotus Evija the same car as the Lotus Evija?
Yes. The Lotus Evija and the Lotus Evija (路特斯Evija) are the same Sedan built on the same platform — only the badge and market-specific trim differ.
What does 路特斯Evija mean?
路特斯Evija is read “Lùtèsī Evija” in Mandarin. Limited-run electric hypercar; badge kept worldwide.
Why do Chinese cars have different names abroad?
Brands rename models for export when the domestic name is hard to pronounce, conflicts with a trademark, or fits a different global naming system (for example BYD's Atto/Seal/Dolphin ocean series or Geely's Atlas/Monjaro/Starray line).
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