Lotus still knows how to make a driver's car: The 2025 Emira V6, driven
Briefly

The Lotus Emira is a mid-engine sports car characterized by its available supercharged V6 or turbocharged inline-four engine options. Priced starting at $102,250, it competes with the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS. Built on a bonded aluminum chassis with a lightweight design, the Emira incorporates Bilstein passive dampers and double-wishbone suspension. Notable dimensions include a curb weight of 3,187 lbs and overall length of 173 inches. The car's aesthetic and functional design draws from its predecessors with aggressive intake ducts and a dramatic view from the driver’s seat, enhancing the driving experience.
Lotus carries the torch with its Emira, which is available with a choice of supercharged V6 or turbocharged inline-four cylinder engines.
Pricing starts at $102,250 for the V6, which is in direct competition with the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS.
The Emira's foundation is a bonded aluminum chassis with Bilstein passive damper-equipped double-wishbone suspension at all four corners.
Behind the seats is a Toyota-sourced 3.5 L V6 that revs freely like a sportbike, producing a sharp, angry tone.
Read at Ars Technica
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