Lotus introduces Emira V6 SE and Emira Turbo

Lotus has unveiled the all-new Emira V6 SE and the Emira Turbo in Europe, of which the latter is the entry point for the Emira range.

The brand has also released a number of refinements across the Emira range, including two new colours - EOS Green and Purple Haze metallic - and further optimisation of the cooling and transmission.

The Emira V6 SE features optimised damper calibration and subtle adjustments in wheel alignment to provide sharper handling and increased ride comfort

The new Emira V6 SE comes with the beloved, unchanged Emira powertrain, featuring a 3.5-litre V6 engine paired with either a six-speed manual gearbox as standard or an optional automatic transmission. This combination delivers an output of 395bhp and a century sprint timing of 4.3 seconds.

Finished in Zinc Grey as standard, the Emira V6 SE sets itself apart with exclusive features such as specific V6 SE badges, the extended Black Pack, 20-inch forged alloy wheels, red brake callipers, and a luxurious interior finished with alcantara and sport pedals. In total, the V6 SE offers 15 exterior colours and seven interior themes, which is complemented by a choice of four brake calliper finishes and eight wheel designs.

The Emira V6 SE has two defined chassis and suspension settings: Tour is tuned for everyday road use, while Sports provides a slightly stiffer suspension setup for enhanced dynamic capability and feel

In terms of safety, the Lotus Emira is equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as standard. On top of that, there is the option of an Extended Co-Driver Pack for extra support. Standard features on the model include Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Fatigue Detection.

As the entry point to the Emira lineup, the Emira Turbo is powered by the same four-cylinder AMG engine found in the Turbo SE, allowing it to achieve a century sprint timing of 4.4 seconds. The Emira Turbo also features both Tour and Sport driving modes, as well as high-performance components such as double wishbones, an integrated rear spoiler, and electro-hydraulic power steering.

The Emira V6 SE's dual-clutch transmission has been recalibrated, resulting in faster shift times, improved shift quality, and smoother interaction between transmission and driver

As standard, the Emira Turbo is equipped with modern safety technologies such as Autonomous Emergency Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Warning and Fatigue Detection. In addition, driver comfort is provided by 12-way electrically adjustable seats with memory, a 190W audio system, and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

For enthusiasts who want to give their Emira an extra sporty look, Lotus introduces the Racing Line design option, available on the Turbo SE and V6 SE. The Racing Line option adds a subtle, lower pinstripe in yellow, red or silver, perfectly matched to the colour of the brake callipers.

Lotus has stated that these models will be available for order now, with their European showroom debuts scheduled for September 2025.