Leather vs Alacantara?

[Evotion]

Yeah, same with Bentley BUT Aston and Bentley offer some proper expensive leather.
Our GTC is responsible for the death of 17 cows!

 

[Tonyshepp]

Yeah, same with Bentley BUT Aston and Bentley offer some proper expensive leather.
Our GTC is responsible for the death of 17 cows!

Bet it feels lovely, semi aniline leather??

I think the Emiras is Nappa, ie one down from semi aniline?

 

[Evotion]

Dunno, but after 15 years (2007 model) it still smells incredible, is super soft and suits the car. It just would not suit the Lotus. I just believe Alcantara suits the car better though I did love the red, ice and tab leather options - in looks.

 

[Andrew P]

So we'll put Leather vs Alcantara in the same category as Touring vs Sports suspension? Pros and cons to each and it depends on your usage and personal preferences

I think this is pretty much spot on. My V6 has alcantara on wheel & seats and I think it works very well - wheel has a lovely feel and grip on seats is better. My i4 order has alcantara wheel with ice grey leather which will also be excellent - lightens the dark feel of the interior. V6 Sport, i4 Touring - happy with both (I suspect Touring is more ‘Lotus’. V6 Vs i4 - god knows - can I have a manual i4? Or an AMG v8 Emira?