Lotus Emira’s turbo-4 now matches supercharged V-6 on energy
- Lotus has changed the Emira First Version with the Emira Turbo SE
- The Emira Turbo SE retains the AMG-sourced 2.0-liter turbo-4
- Output rises to 400 hp, matching the output of the Emira V6’s supercharged 3.5-liter V-6
The Lotus Emira has solely been in manufacturing for simply over three years, but Lotus reached a big milestone just lately by constructing its 10,000th instance. This can be a notable achievement, contemplating manufacturing at Lotus’ Hethel, U.Okay., plant was restricted to simply 1,500 items yearly not way back. Because of latest upgrades, manufacturing capability has now risen to round 5,000 items per 12 months.
To mark the milestone, Lotus on Tuesday introduced key updates to the Emira lineup. Probably the most important change is the substitute of the Emira First Version with the Emira Turbo SE, a brand new mannequin positioned a lot nearer to the Emira V6 when it comes to efficiency and options.
The “SE” within the title stands for “Particular Tools,” a designation Lotus first launched on the Kind 14 Elite, signifying elevated energy and options. True to its title, the Emira Turbo SE receives an influence increase, with its AMG-sourced 2.0-liter turbo-4 now producing 400 hp—a rise from the 360 hp within the Emira First Version and on par with the supercharged 3.5-liter V-6 discovered within the Emira V6.
With the added energy, Lotus claims the Emira Turbo SE can speed up from 0-62 mph in simply 4 seconds, shaving 0.4 second off the earlier time. The highest pace will increase by 11 mph to 180 mph. It’s accessible completely with an 8-speed dual-clutch automated transmission.
Lotus Emira Turbo SE
Extra customary options embody the Lotus Drivers Pack, which reinforces efficiency with upgraded suspension and brakes, in addition to launch management. The Turbo SE additionally comes with new 20-inch wheels, purple brake calipers, an Alcantara headliner, and distinctive badges.
The Emira V6 additionally sees some updates, together with a brand new headliner trim and black inside trim for the A-pillars and cantrails. Efficiency stays unchanged, with a 0-62 mph time of 4.2 seconds for the automated and 4.3 seconds for the handbook, and a prime pace of 180 mph for each.
Lotus has been delivering Emiras to the U.S. since mid-2023, although there’s no affirmation but on whether or not the most recent variations will attain this market. Orders for the up to date fashions are already open in different areas.
