Lotus manufacturer position
Lotus Cars sells the Emira petrol sports car and Eletre electric SUV in New Zealand under Geely ownership. Emira shares mainstream forecourt misfuel risk; Eletre has no fuel tank but requires correct fluid handling around high-voltage systems.
Fuel system notes
- Emira: mid-engine petrol direct injection.
- Eletre: battery electric — charge port only for traction energy.
- Misfuel and fluid misuse excluded from warranty.
OEM service information
Lotus Technical Information / authorised Lotus dealer
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I put the wrong fuel in my Lotus?
Do not start the engine or turn the ignition on if the lift pump may prime. Arrange recovery to an NZIFDA certified technician and follow OEM service information for tank draining and inspection.
Does Lotus warranty cover misfuel damage in New Zealand?
No. Fuel contamination is treated as misuse and is excluded under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 manufacturer remedies. Keep drainage invoices for insurance or Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal records.
Can fuel be siphoned from the filler neck on a Lotus?
OEM service information documents recovery via the fuel pump module and/or tank removal with approved equipment — not filler-neck siphoning. NZIFDA certified work follows those procedures.
Models with OEM standards
Need certified fuel contamination service?
Find an NZIFDA certified operator or read consumer guidance on wrong-fuel incidents.
Find an operatorFor consumers