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Set 42137 Formula E Porsche 99X Electric
Technic

Formula E Porsche 99X Electric

This Technic set recreates Porsche's Formula E racer in miniature, built entirely from Technic elements rather than the usual brick-and-minifigure combination. At 422 pieces, it's one of the more compact vehicle builds in the Technic line-up. Anyone drawn to racing car models with real construction rather than decoration will find a manageable project here.

Set number
42137
Year
2022
Pieces
422
Minifigures
0
Theme
Technic
Different parts
96
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 96

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (8)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

No driver, just the car

As with most Technic vehicles, the 99X Electric skips minifigures entirely, keeping the focus on the model itself. The open cockpit area, narrow body and oversized wheels are clearly modelled on real Formula E cars. Black and blue dominate the colour scheme, with white and light bluish grey used for bodywork panels and mechanical detailing, giving the finished model a convincing race-track look. The low, stretched-out profile also helps the car look purposeful even when it's standing still on a shelf.

96 unique parts in a compact build

Out of 422 pieces, 96 are unique shapes, a moderate share for a Technic set that fits a smaller vehicle model rather than a flagship supercar. The parts list shows that most of the pieces go into bodywork panels, tyres and structural beams, which is typical for Technic vehicles. That makes it a reasonable place to look for bodywork or wheel pieces if you're customising other vehicle builds, without having to work through a much larger set.

Technic construction, not standard bricks

Rather than studded bricks, the model is built from Technic beams, axles and connectors, which changes the building experience noticeably compared with standard LEGO® sets. The focus shifts towards mechanical construction and structure rather than surface decoration. Builders familiar with other Technic vehicles will recognise the underlying construction logic here, even though this particular model stays fairly compact, making it an approachable first step before tackling larger, more complex builds.

Where it fits in the Technic range

At 422 pieces, the 99X Electric sits among the smaller-to-mid-sized Technic vehicles, well below the large supercar and construction-vehicle sets in the range. That makes it a reasonable entry point for anyone new to Technic building who doesn't want to start with a very large set. The black, blue, white and light bluish grey palette also mixes well with other racing or vehicle-themed sets, which helps if a small collection of Technic vehicles is the eventual goal.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Formula E Porsche 99X Electric 42137 have?
The set has 422 pieces, including 96 unique parts, and comes without any minifigures.
What colours does the model use?
Black and blue dominate the bodywork, with white and light bluish grey used for detailing and structure.
Is this set suitable for Technic beginners?
Yes, at 422 pieces it's one of the more compact Technic vehicles and works well as an introduction to Technic-style building.

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