Emira Review Index [V6 FE]

For those looking for the latest Emira V6 FE reviews scheduled to be released today, I've self-volunteered to maintain a quick reference index here.
Please let me know of any missing articles and I'll update accordingly.

Reviewer	Type	Direct Link
Edmunds	Article	New Lotus Emira Is Worth the Wait | Edmunds The 2022 Lotus Emira, powered by a supercharged 3.5-liter V6, is both the end and the beginning of an era as the automaker transitions to a world of fully electrified supercars and crossovers. www.edmunds.com
Harry's Garage (Harry Metcalfe)	Video Review	Harry drives the Sports and Tour suspension back to back on the same road and shares his thoughts.
Schmee150 (Tim Burton)	Video Review	Published 21st June Bought the Right Car?! LOTUS EMIRA V6 FIRST DRIVE The countdown is on! The folks at Lotus have delivered an Emira V6 First Edition to @TheShmuseum in a near-identical spec to my inbound car, to take for a fi... www.youtube.com
Carwow (Mat Watson)	Video Review	Lotus Emira review - and my BANNED test! Looking to sell your car? Then you've come to the right place. carwow is the free, easy way to change your car online. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/Buy-... www.youtube.com
TopGear	Articles and Video	Published 3rd July Chris Harris talks about the Lotus Emira Chris Harris On… The All-New Lotus Emira | Top Gear Series 32 “I’d feel a bit scared if I were a McLaren or an Aston Martin at the moment” Chris Harris chats to Top Gear Magazine’s Jack Rix about the all-new Lotus Emira... youtu.be Published 20th June Lotus Emira Review 2023 | Top Gear The last ever petrol-powered Lotus looks fantastic and drives with precision, but not quite as much emotion as we might’ve hoped www.topgear.com The big sportscar test: Lotus Emira vs Porsche Cayman vs Alpine A110 www.topgear.com
AutoTrader (Rory Reid)	Video Review	NEW Lotus Emira: The Last REAL Lotus? | 4K Rory reviews the new Lotus Emira, Lotus' last ever petrol sports car. Soon the company will transition to electric cars, but for this last hurrah the Emira p... www.youtube.com
Evo	Article and Video Review	2023 Lotus Emira review – strong showing for Porsche Cayman GTS rival | Evo The first new Lotus for a generation, and the last to be petrol powered, shows great promise but needs some polish www.evo.co.uk
CAR	Article and Video Review	Published 22nd July Lotus Emira vs Porsche Cayman GTS vs Alpine A110 group test review CAR magazine UK compares the Lotus Emira sports car with the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 and Alpine A110 S www.carmagazine.co.uk Lotus Emira (2023) review: new 2.0-litre engine driven The brand new Lotus Emira, tested on road and track by CAR magazine. www.carmagazine.co.uk Lotus Emira vs Cayman 718 GTS vs Alpine 110s
Autocar	Article and Video Review	Lotus Emira V6 First Edition 2022 UK first drive | Autocar Most important Lotus in decades heralds a new era and sees out an old one, being the firm's last petrol sports car www.autocar.co.uk
Pistonheads	Article	2022 Lotus Emira | PH Review The Emira is one step closer to production-ready. And the good news (mostly) keeps coming www.pistonheads.com
KHTV	Video Review
The Drive	Article	2023 Lotus Emira First Drive Review: Lotus Grows Up, and Just in Time The Lotus Emira is the last of its kind, the final gas-powered car from the legendary company. And what a thrilling sendoff it is. www.thedrive.com
AutoExpress	Article	New Lotus Emira V6 First Edition review | Auto Express We hit road and track in the new Lotus Emira - the model that redefines the brand as a sports car maker www.autoexpress.co.uk Pictures: New Lotus Emira 2022 review - pictures | Auto Express Pictures of the new Lotus Emira www.autoexpress.co.uk
WhichCar	Article	2022 Lotus Emira review: V6 First Edition, international launch Lotus wants to compete with daily-driver premium sportscars like the Cayman and its new Emira V6 First Edition is a big step in the right direction www.whichcar.com.au
CarBuyer	Article	Lotus Emira coupe review | Carbuyer “The Emira marks a big step on in terms of design and quality for Lotus, and it’s great to drive” www.carbuyer.co.uk
Hagerty	Article	Lotus Emira first drive review: Will the fab four become the famous five? | Hagerty UK Is the Emira good enough to turn the fab four – Elite, Elan, Esprit, Elise – into the famous five? Read Andrew Frankel's review to find out. www.hagerty.co.uk
Road and Track	Article	Published 1st September Lotus Emira Road and Track Drive The Lotus Emira Is One of the Greats Lotus's final combustion-engined sports car starts a new era for the English automaker, and a prime example of what a well-funded Lotus can build. www.roadandtrack.com The 2023 Emira Is an All-Time High For Lotus The Emira comes from a bygone era. www.roadandtrack.com
Goodwood	Article	First Drive: Lotus Emira 2022 Review | GRR The Emira is the final combustion-engined Lotus, and it might finally be a match for the Porsche Cayman... www.goodwood.com
The Intercooler	Podcast	Reasonably good post-embargo Emira discussion on The Intercooler. Apple Podcasts Web Embed embed.podcasts.apple.com
Motortrend	Article	2023 Lotus Emira First Drive Review: The Porsche Substitute Don’t want a Porsche Cayman? Try this. www.motortrend.com
Drive	Article	2022 Lotus Emira review: International first drive With a reborn and reinvigorated Lotus looking to a new and very different future, is the Emira the first excuse-free Lotus? www.drive.com.au
AFR	Article	Lotus takes on Porsche with its $185,000 Emira This is a street car for buyers who appreciate luxury and great looks – although with a claimed top speed of 290km/h, it’s no slouch on the racetrack. www.afr.com
Parkers	Article	Lotus Emira Review (2024) Lotus Emira (2024) in-depth review. Read our experts' views on the engine, practicality, running costs, overall performance and more. www.parkers.co.uk
CarExpert	Article	2023 Lotus Emira review: First drive We drive the last Lotus without electrification around Mount Panorama to see if it's a worthy contender to the Porsche 718 Cayman. www.carexpert.com.au
Caffeine & Machine	Article	Caffeine & Machine Hitting the Alps in the summer, chasing the #cultofmachine in the brand spanking new Lotus Emira. Soul food at its best, delivered in spades across the myriad of special alpine roads littering the... www.facebook.com Photos on Instagram: Caffeine&Machine on Instagram: "Hitting the Alps in the summer, chasing the #cultofmachine in the brand spanking new Lotus Emira. Soul food at its best, delivered in spades across the myriad of special alpine roads littering the region. It would be 1,055 likes, 8 comments - caffeineandmachine on June 13, 2022: "Hitting the Alps in the summer, chasing the #cultofmachine in the brand spanking new Lotus Emira. Soul food at its best, delivered in spades across the myriad of special alpine roads littering the region. It would be so easy to... www.instagram.com
The Sunday Times Driving	Article	Lotus Emira V6 2022 on-track review: Lotus's last petrol car is more than significant ... it's good This isn't going to be one of our usual reviews, because our test drive of the new Lotus Emira wasn't usual, either, having experienced just three and a half laps behind the wheel around Goodwood Motor Circuit,. www.driving.co.uk
Car and Driver	Article	2023 Emira Is a Grown-Up Lotus The last gas-powered Lotus also may be the first you don't have to make excuses for. www.caranddriver.com
The Sun	Article	I've driven the Lotus Emira - you can use it every day and it's saving BRITAIN THERE’S only one type of person who wouldn’t fall in love with the Lotus Emira. Those Twitter-dwelling keyboard warriors who think they know more about cars than everyone else. I’ve seen a few comm… www.thesun.co.uk
AutoCar UK	Article	Published 2nd July Lotus Emira vs Porsche 718 Cayman | Autocar Lotus’s new sports car is a great car in its own right - but can it hold its own against the class leader? www.autocar.co.uk

 

[frazzer]

"You need to really concentrate to execute a clean shift from third to second gear, and engaging reverse can be a challenge. "

Just don't understand that comment, I test drove the car at B&C, can't say I was concentrating on the gear shifts, none of which I missed - I don't jump in and out of a lot of manuals either. As for using the powerband, that's what driving a NA or supercharged car feels like and I quite like that.

Those supercar looks and FE price tag are distorting expectations

 

[Cutting42]

"You need to really concentrate to execute a clean shift from third to second gear, and engaging reverse can be a challenge. "

Just don't understand that comment, I test drove the car at B&C, can't say I was concentrating on the gear shifts, none of which I missed - I don't jump in and out of a lot of manuals either. As for using the powerband, that's what driving a NA or supercharged car feels like and I quite like that.

Those supercar looks and FE price tag are distorting expectations

Agreed. I last drove a manual 8 years ago and jumped in to the Emira yesterday with no major issues. I tried rushing a 2-3 upchange and miss judged it, once; but no more.

It’s a lovely easy access beautiful sports car

 

[scoates]

I love the drivetrain in the Emira. One of the main attractions for me was the notchy mechanical shift and the older engine. New engines are a bit too refined in general for me and constrained by so much emissions stuff, having an older one is a bonus! The shift in my car between gears is great, can go up and down easy but I have to admit once warmed up reverse is quite a challenge to get in and normally takes a few attempts!

Makes me laugh seeing reviews where nearly the only negatives are positives for me!

 

[Cachaco131]

I dunno about that, the engine debate (Porsche 4.0 vs Toyota V6) which is really only between these two options at the moment, how can you not give minus points? The Porsche engine is superior from an over all aspect. When I test drove it, I liked the shift feel/ratio's and the low end power band felt better to me on the Emira. But on a track or going full out (which these are sports cars) the 4.0 is the better engine. No question.

Porsche(VW GTI?) 2.0 turbo 4 pot vs AMG i4 Turbo - That is a different story. AMG is going to be the better engine IMO.

I don't disagree with the potential superiority of the Porsche. I just don't agree with the "me too" approach of reviewers. The "tired engine" comment is ridiculous and completely subjective. My e46 M3 engine is very tired by those standards and honestly, it's way more fun than my F80. Clearly one is modern, faster etc. But it's a subjective assessment influenced by too much internet reading. With all due respect to the YouTubers , 90pct are really no one in the automotive world.

 

[VL3X]

With all due respect to the YouTubers , 90pct are really no one in the automotive world.

Let's all remember the smile Chris Harris had while driving the Emira on track. Rory seemed to really enjoy it too.

 

[Speedluvver]

I find it interesting that all the journalists have slated the gear change, yet the overwhelming comments on here and on FB are that the gear change is great, and adds character to the driving experience.... Some are out due to seats and other small bits but rarely is it the drivetrain...

 

[Nova]

I find it interesting that all the journalists have slated the gear change, yet the overwhelming comments on here and on FB are that the gear change is great, and adds character to the driving experience.... Some are out due to seats and other small bits but rarely is it the drivetrain...

Reminds me of sometimes you have a mismatch between a movie's rotten tomatoes ratings vs viewer ratings. The academy sometimes has different priorities than people who watch movies for enjoyment rather than seeking a path for awakening one's own soul.

 

[Rudolph]

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Lotus Emira V6 – rijtest en video​

Lotus Emira V6 - rijtest en video

Voordat ze volledig elektrisch gaan, pakken ze nog een keer lekker uit. In de rijtest van de Lotus Emira V6 kijken we of het gelukt is.

www.autoblog.nl

 

[VL3X]

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Lotus Emira V6 – rijtest en video​

Lotus Emira V6 - rijtest en video

Voordat ze volledig elektrisch gaan, pakken ze nog een keer lekker uit. In de rijtest van de Lotus Emira V6 kijken we of het gelukt is.

www.autoblog.nl

Translated the conclusion:

Conclusion Lotus Emira driving test

The Emira looks sensational, especially in yellow. The V6 is not always convincing, despite nice details such as a supercharger bypass valve that you can see at work in the rearview mirror. With a price range that varies between one and one and a half tons, there is more on the market to choose from. In terms of prices, the Porsche 718 Cayman seems to be an important opponent, which is just a bit more mature.

A car that also captures the (old) character of Lotus nicely is the Alpine A110. The Frenchman has the light-footed character, but lacks the power of the Emira. Before I end the driving test somewhat negatively: the Emira is at least light years better than the Evora. Lotus has done a good job on their latest combustion engine car, although the AMG two-litre version is perhaps the very best choice. Once you have left the disadvantages of the V6 behind you, you can have a lot of fun with it. Exactly the purpose of a sports car.

 

[LotusRising]

Gavin Green piece

 

[hagen111]

Autovisie Netherlands Supertest: Emira disappoints

Received the final edition of Autovisie Netherlands in the mailbox today - with the yearly Supertest at Assen racetrack. This year the Emira was part of it. Including Sports suspension and Cup2's on a dry track, so had high hopes.

De leukste auto van 2022: dit zijn de 12 kandidaten

Welke auto wordt het?

www.autovisie.nl

It flunked the test...not a good car! Tries to please too wide of an audience, definitely not the best product produced in Hethel. Most of the feedback in suspension and brakes filtered out, heavy, poor seats, not so fast. Doesn't drive well.

Basically everything I experienced and wrote after my own test run.
I am still planning to take delivery of mine, but will throw out seats, replace the suspension, loose some weight...make it much sharper. Turn it into an 'old' lotus with great exterior.

On the list so far of planned mods:
- Recaro podium seats
- Nitron suspension setup
- Bar + 6 point harnesses
- Find alternative for the steering wheel, a thinner round one.
- Loose weight (forged/carbon wheels, loose seats, add some carbon here and there)
- Open up the exposed shifter system in the cabin.
- Maybe add power.

 

[Calran]

Lotus Emira V6 review: Driving the half-price supercar

The new Emira is the last petrol-powered Lotus sports car. How does it measure up to the Porsche 718 Cayman and Alpine A110?

www.cityam.com

 

[VL3X]

Lotus Emira V6 review: Driving the half-price supercar

The new Emira is the last petrol-powered Lotus sports car. How does it measure up to the Porsche 718 Cayman and Alpine A110?

www.cityam.com

The Cayman GTS is a more rounded sports car and, for now, still the default choice at this price, but the Emira seems more special – and I love the idea of owning a Lotus.

 

[Nova]

Even the most negative reviews doesn't indicate that most of the suspension and steering is filtered out. Strange criticism.

 

[HeReigns]

Autovisie Netherlands Supertest: Emira disappoints

Received the final edition of Autovisie Netherlands in the mailbox today - with the yearly Supertest at Assen racetrack. This year the Emira was part of it. Including Sports suspension and Cup2's on a dry track, so had high hopes.

De leukste auto van 2022: dit zijn de 12 kandidaten

Welke auto wordt het?

www.autovisie.nl

It flunked the test...not a good car! Tries to please too wide of an audience, definitely not the best product produced in Hethel. Most of the feedback in suspension and brakes filtered out, heavy, poor seats, not so fast. Doesn't drive well.

Basically everything I experienced and wrote after my own test run.
I am still planning to take delivery of mine, but will throw out seats, replace the suspension, loose some weight...make it much sharper. Turn it into an 'old' lotus with great exterior.

On the list so far of planned mods:
- Recaro podium seats
- Nitron suspension setup
- Bar + 6 point harnesses
- Find alternative for the steering wheel, a thinner round one.
- Loose weight (forged/carbon wheels, loose seats, add some carbon here and there)
- Open up the exposed shifter system in the cabin.
- Maybe add power.


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Looks like it was faster than a 718 gt4 but I can't really read the language.

 

[CDM1855]

Looks like it was faster than a 718 gt4 but I can't really read the language.

Yes but slightly slower than an Evora 400

 

[Lotustoronto]

Yes but slightly slower than an Evora 400

Well there is a couple surprises there. Matching a 718 GT4 time, although slower than Evora.... hmmmmm. Very interesting. First real track test with sport / cup 2's I've seen.

I think the Emira GT/Cup/Final V6 edition is going to be a real winner.

 

[hagen111]

Even the most negative reviews doesn't indicate that most of the suspension and steering is filtered out. Strange criticism.

Those who come out of the 'old' Lotus cars will know exactly what this means when they drive Emira.

Few journalist have pointed to the same...its not as sharp, alive, turn-in is slow...less as what they would have expected.

I test drove one, and you can read my review - too much feedback/responsiveness/feel is lost in the setup - but this was touring suspension. Autovisie test is actually sports!

 

[hagen111]

Looks like it was faster than a 718 gt4 but I can't really read the language.

It was a whole 8 seconds a lap slower that 718 GT4 RS (1:51.9) . I run 1:56 with my Caterham 485 on street tires at the same track. Emira ran 2:00,0. Audi RS3 1:57.

 

[Nova]

Those who come out of the 'old' Lotus cars will know exactly what this means when they drive Emira.

Few journalist have pointed to the same...its not as sharp, alive, turn-in is slow...less as what they would have expected.

I test drove one, and you can read my review - too much feedback/responsiveness/feel is lost in the setup - but this was touring suspension. Autovisie test is actually sports!

I get that it's not as sharp and is more isolating, but "most" of it has been filtered out? As in, the Emira is more than half as numb?