sports car · uk · RWD · coupe

Lotus Emira

GEN1 · First gen2022–presentCurrent

Lotus, but you can live with it.

Reviewer consensus · across 2 reviewers

Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling.

Performancestrong consensus

“This JB4 map definitely increases the boost by a lot. ... Fast car now. Over 500 at the crank.” ▶ 5:41 Zygrene

“This makes 400 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.” ▶ 1:13 TopherDrives

Handlingstrong consensus

“Wow, Öhlins TTX dampers were like magic over the bumps. Not only does the car soak up the bumps like they're nothing, it also corners flat.” ▶ 4:47 Zygrene

“Got a pretty good idea of what this front end is doing. Steering is pretty communicative.” ▶ 36:42 TopherDrives

Fun to drivestrong consensus

“if you want something that feels like an occasion to drive and something that has a higher learning curve but one that grows with you then the Amira I think right now out of everything that's on the market this might be one of the most special driving experiences” ▶ 18:38 Zygrene

“I've just been cracking up driving this car this week. It's so entertaining.” ▶ 12:16 TopherDrives

Daily drivabilitystrong consensus

“My back started to get a bit sore after about 50 mi, I will admit. Uh and the lumbar doesn't really seem to cut it.” ▶ 16:43 TopherDrives

“this is definitely a big step up in terms of quality and design.” ▶ 9:48 Zygrene

Valuestrong consensus

“This now absolutely feels like a 120 to 130,000 dollar driving experience.” ▶ 10:10 Zygrene

“I think the fact that Lotus is making this car now in 2025, and it just it feels so at home in the segment, I it's it's awesome to even be able to compare this to something like a Porsche.” ▶ 48:31 TopherDrives

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