Lotus Emira
Lotus Emira: The Final Chapter of Combustion
What is it?
The Emira represents the final internal combustion sports car from Lotus, blending traditional lightweight engineering with a contemporary, daily-usable interior. It serves as a bridge between the raw, mechanical simplicity of the brand's heritage and a more refined, technologically advanced era. The design language is clearly influenced by the Evija hypercar, marking a significant evolution in the company's aesthetic direction.
Why it's interesting
The Emira is significant as the concluding point in the long history of Lotus gasoline-powered sports cars. It represents the ultimate refinement of the company's philosophy of lightweight handling before the brand transitioned its focus toward electric vehicles. Its role as the last of its lineage gives it a unique place in the history books of British automotive engineering.
Quick Facts
Production
2022-Present
Engine
2.0L turbocharged I4 or 3.5L supercharged V6
Power
360-400 hp
Transmission
6-speed manual or 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
What to notice
- The deep aerodynamic air ducts carved directly into the front bumper and rear fenders.
- The 'glass-less' engine cover on the V6 models that puts the supercharger and plumbing on full display.
- A clean, driver-centric cockpit that swaps traditional analog gauges for a sharp digital display.
Did you know?
The Emira was the first Lotus designed under the company's new 'Vision80' strategy, representing a total modernization of the brand's production facilities in Hethel.
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