All new Lotus Emira sees daylight and it is the most accomplished Lotus ever made

The all new Emira features all the hallmarks that the automotive world has come to expect from a Lotus - striking design, thrilling dynamic performance delivering best-in-class ride and handling, outstanding aerodynamics and an unrivalled experience 'For The Drivers'.

Building on the legacy of the Elise, Exige and Evora, the Emira represents a quantum leap forward for Lotus. Those instantly recognisable brand signatures and core values have been combined with a paradigm shift in levels of practicality, comfort, functionality and technology.

The Emira has been developed on a new lightweight bonded aluminium chassis, technology pioneered by Lotus and which remains an intrinsic part of the company's sports car DNA. That innovative vehicle architecture is wrapped with a bold and sculpted design using cues clearly developed from the Evija. Key dimensions of the Emira are 4,412mm x 1,895mm x 1,225mm (L x W x H) and has a wheelbase of 2,575mm.

Powering the Emira will be a choice of two petrol engines, both globally respected for their performance characteristics. At launch, the first cars will be available as limited production 'First Edition' models powered by the much-loved and Lotus-honed 3.5-litre V6, which cut its sports car teeth powering the Exige and Evora.

From summer 2022, the first new Lotus sports car engine for more than a decade makes its debut, with the Emira powered by AMG. The new-to-Lotus AMG unit is a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder 'i4' from the performance division of Mercedes-Benz.

Working with Lotus for the first time, AMG has come on board as technical partner on the Emira programme, with some fundamental changes made to the in-line four-cylinder set-up for its Lotus debut. Transverse-mounted and delivering rear-wheel drive, the unit has been modified with a new air intake system and new exhaust to suit the character of the Emira. The second engine is more familiar, the 3.5-litre supercharged Toyota V6 that is so loved by drivers of the Exige and Evora. Cars will be available with a manual, automatic and Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT).

Across the Emira range, power output will between 360bhp and 400bhp at launch, with 0-100km/h acceleration in less than 4.5 seconds and top speeds of up to 290km/h. Maximum torque will be 430Nm and CO₂ emissions will start below 180g/km. The car has a target weight of 1,405kg in its lightest form.

Manufacturing will take place at Lotus' famous home in Hethel, Norfolk, following more than £100 million (approx. SGD$186 million) of new investment in the company's U.K. facilities. The highly skilled operations teams will be supported by new processes and technologies to enhance production efficiency, volume capability and overall quality.

On the inside, this next generation Lotus sports car is immediately different from the rest of its stablemates - the huge step-change across all aspects of the cabin, from the contemporary design and quality of materials to the increase in storage space, exceptional fit and finish, attention to detail and abundant advanced technology now integrated.

The wraparound nature of the dashboard as it blends into the door trim creates a cossetted feeling that makes the driver feel at one with the car. The raised gear shifter only enhances that emotion. There are a high number of soft-trimmed surfaces, showcasing premium British craftsmanship that conveys ultimate sportiness. They blend perfectly with modern technical finishes to create a premium experience for the driver - 'technology with soul' - and there are details added in tribute to the heritage and sporting success of Lotus.

The two seats have been designed to combine exceptional lateral support for high-speed cornering with total comfort for long distance journeys. There is four-way electric adjustment on the standard seat, with the option to upgrade to a premium sports seat with 12-way electric adjustment for both the driver and passenger. All seats are unique to the Emira. The dramatic supercar-like low stance of the car has been achieved while matching best-in-class ingress/egress and headroom.

Also unique to the Emira is the flat-bottomed sports steering wheel with metallic spoke detail and integrated controls. The interior features ambient and wraparound lighting as well as map lights.

Luggage or other large items can be stored behind the two seats (208 litres) or in the boot to the rear of the engine (151 litres), which will take a standard-sized flight case or a set of golf clubs.