The Emira in India will offer engine options including a 360hp 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and a 400hp supercharged V6.
26 Nov 2023 | 9842 Views | By Rivan RS, Autocar India
Lotus started its India innings with the Eletre SUV, but has already announced its second model for our market – the Emira sportscar. The Lotus Emira will be brought to a new Lotus-specific Exclusive Motors showroom in April 2024 in New Delhi. Interestingly, the Emira is Lotus’ first all-new ...
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Lotus started its India innings with the Eletre SUV, but has already announced its second model for our market – the Emira sportscar. The Lotus Emira will be brought to a new Lotus-specific Exclusive Motors showroom in April 2024 in New Delhi. Interestingly, the Emira is Lotus’ first all-new series-production car in over a decade, and is also the last internal combustion engine sportscar to come from the brand.
The Emira for India will get three powertrain options – an AMG-sourced 360hp, 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol unit paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic and a Toyota-sourced 400hp, 3.5-litre supercharged V6 engine that comes with either a 6-speed manual or an automatic. Power is sent to the rear wheels in all configurations.
There’s no hiding the immense influence the Evija hypercar has had on the design of the Emira, especially at the front – those vertical LED headlights and the hood scoops are reminiscent of the hypercar. Other defining characteristics include the prominent air intakes, short overhangs and bulky haunches.
One notable, readily apparent point, particularly when compared to Lotus cars of old, is the quality of materials and the fit and finish that's improved significantly. The cabin looks modern – courtesy the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and the 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) – and quite sporty. The flat-bottomed steering wheel with neat controls, the centre console and the side AC vents are among the bits that get a sporty metallic detailing, and this contrasts with the stitching and overall dark grey and black theme.
The Emira’s feature set is also decently comprehensive with highlights including keyless go, automatic wipers, powered wing mirrors, optional front parking sensors (rear are standard), and an auto-dimming rear view mirror. The Emira also gets a 10-channel KE sound and four airbags, along with ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, anti-collision system, fatigue alert, road sign information, vehicle speed limiter, lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert and lane change assist. You can opt for launch control with the Lotus Drivers Pack.
Lotus is expected to price the Emira under Rs 3 crore, ex-showroom, when it arrives next year after the showroom opens. However, higher-spec versions of rivals like the Porsche 718 Cayman and the Jaguar F-Type Coupe, with the 5.0-litre V8, are expected to undercut the Lotus.