yellowemira
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I did not dare ask, unfortunately.
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Lotus Emira Future Versions Thread
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Yas.totti10
Emira Fan
I do not think there will be future editions of the V6 manual.
I am having issues with a early build Lotus Emira which ideally would need to be replaced.
However when I enquired about building me a brand new one.
Lotus Customer Service said they were not building anymore V6 manuals. Once they have fulfilled their order book.
I am having issues with a early build Lotus Emira which ideally would need to be replaced.
However when I enquired about building me a brand new one.
Lotus Customer Service said they were not building anymore V6 manuals. Once they have fulfilled their order book.
Lotustoronto
Emira Addict
Yes, I have been hearing the same for UK... Emira S i4 400 BHP to take over for the V6. It will be a very quick car, and if they keep it at V6 pricing it looks to be good value... a true GT4 competitor. Shame about the manual tho...
Lotustoronto
Emira Addict
An Emira R @ 450 BHP with a lot of carbon, racing seats and titanium exhaust would put down some serious track times I would think... Plus all the Aero goodies from the Emira GT4 (front Bonet cutout, rear wing etc...)
Blackthought_
Emira Fiend
Just without the manual transmission!Even still the R if it is like the GT430 should have reduced weight, better seats, big wing, etc. in other words be the GT4 version of the emira if it ever materializes.
Honestly I’m curious but perfectly happy with the balance struck with the FE. The only thing that will instigate jealousy is a proper BRG color. That will hurt a little
Lotus is not releasing any evolution yet and at the same time, the more time goes by, the more I see the evolution of hydrogen cars in the shadow of electric, the less I want to switch to electric. If Lotus doesn't release an S or R version with specs for crazy enthusiasts like me then I'll probably switch to another brand, but I'll also keep my Évora as long as I can drive manual, no matter what.
RyanGphoto
Emira Fanatic
I heard from someone that Toyota is no longer selling Lotus the V6 engine that's why they are no longer going to be producing the V6 after the run of automatics is done with. Could be total vaporware though, but who really knows.
For that 'rumor' to be true, it squelchs a Base Edition version. We'll know by late 3Q when it's 'rumored' that configurator will launch.
Dust off 'big if true' comment.
Well I just received this original Email von Lotus. For those that dont speak german:
„More Emira - Coming soon
The completely revised Lotus Emira series. Ready to be unveiled very soon - so stay tuned.
New and improved dimensions of performance and design. Perfect combination of power and aesthetics.“
Maybe just a late introduction of Base V6 and Turbo SE after FE in switzerland? Or something completely different? I dont know…
„More Emira - Coming soon
The completely revised Lotus Emira series. Ready to be unveiled very soon - so stay tuned.
New and improved dimensions of performance and design. Perfect combination of power and aesthetics.“
Maybe just a late introduction of Base V6 and Turbo SE after FE in switzerland? Or something completely different? I dont know…
This is wat I picked up in a UK Forum:
2025 Emira Lineup
Lotus have confirmed the 2025 Emira lineup to include the Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE and Emira V6, building on the strong foundations of the Emira First Edition and Emira V6 First Edition which have captivated driving enthusiasts around the world since their respective launches in 2022 and 2023.
The new models feature enhanced levels of performance and design whilst building on the attributes the automotive world has come to expect, including striking lines, thrilling dynamic performance delivering a unique blend of ride and handling, outstanding aerodynamics.
Customers will still have the choice of the Lotus Emira V6 with its supercharged 3.5-litre engine which is matched to a choice of six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Drivers will also be able to choose between the Emira Turbo and Turbo SE which both utilise a 4-cylinder variable geometry Turbocharged engine with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) gearbox.
“We are thrilled to announce the addition of new variants to the award winning Emira, one of the most successful Lotus models to date. In 2025, the Emira range will extend to meet wider customer needs while retaining the brand’s DNA and driving dynamics Lotus is renowned for,” says Dan Balmer, President & CEO, Lotus Cars
Powertrain performance
The Emira Turbo is powered by a 4-cylinder variable geometry turbocharged 360bhp engine with an 8-speed DCT gearbox. This performance has been enhanced in the new Emira Turbo SE which is equipped with 400 bhp and has an increase in torque of 50Nm. The Emira V6 maintains its 400bhp charge-cooled and supercharged 3.5-litre V6 engine, which is available with a choice of standard 6-speed manual or cost option 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Core Features
Lotus has incorporated new levels of performance features and all new design features into the Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE and Emira V6. In addition to a wide array of options that are available for customers who want to choose the Emira that reflects them.
Emira Turbo
The Emira Turbo features new core performance features such as single piece brakes, alongside a host of new design features. These include new 20” 10-Spoke lightweight cast alloy wheel in gloss silver, new ‘Emira Turbo’ branding, new standard foot pedals and a new interior technical fabric headliner.
Other key core features include Vivid Red paint, black brake callipers, black leather interior, 12-way electric seats, Touring suspension settings and the acclaimed Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres which have been developed exclusively for Emira.
Emira Turbo SE
The Emira Turbo SE also hosts a variety of new performance features such as an increase of 40 bhp and 50 Nm which equates to an 11mph increase in top speed and a reduction in 0-100km/h time to 4.0 seconds. The Emira Turbo SE comes with the Lotus Drivers Pack as standard including Sports suspension settings, uprated cross drilled and ventilated two-piece brake discs and launch control.
In addition to performance enhancements the Emira Turbo SE also comes with a variety of core design features. These include newly finished 20” V-spoke forged Satin Grey wheels as standard as well as Zinc Grey paint, Alcantara headliner, red brake calipers, new ‘Emira Turbo SE’ badging, new black Lotus branding and black Lotus badging and tailpipes.
Emira V6
The Emira V6 includes performance features such as cross drilled and ventilated two-piece brake discs, Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres, Touring suspension and a limited slip differential (LSD) for manual models. The Emira V6 also hosts a number of design features such as headlining, A-Pillars and Cantrail in black technical fabric and new branding.
Naming
The naming of the vehicles stems from Lotus’s rich history. The Emira Turbo reflects not only the 2-litre turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine but when the turbo was first implemented in 1980 with the Turbo Esprit, which was one of the early production sports cars to use this technology.
Further, the Emira Turbo SE harks back to when SE was originally an optional ‘Special Equipment’ package, first introduced on the Type 14 Elite. It was also used with the Type 26 Elan, Elan SE Turbo, Lotus Cortina and the Elan S3, Elan S4 and Plus 2. In addition, Lotus has historically used the SE variant to identify higher output and more standard equipment are the Esprit Turbo SE, Excel SE, Elan SE and the Europa SE. Hence to stay true to the Lotus ‘SE’ brand, the Emira Turbo SE adopts ‘SE’ to reflect the higher output and increased levels of equipment.
2025 Emira Lineup
Lotus have confirmed the 2025 Emira lineup to include the Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE and Emira V6, building on the strong foundations of the Emira First Edition and Emira V6 First Edition which have captivated driving enthusiasts around the world since their respective launches in 2022 and 2023.
The new models feature enhanced levels of performance and design whilst building on the attributes the automotive world has come to expect, including striking lines, thrilling dynamic performance delivering a unique blend of ride and handling, outstanding aerodynamics.
Customers will still have the choice of the Lotus Emira V6 with its supercharged 3.5-litre engine which is matched to a choice of six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Drivers will also be able to choose between the Emira Turbo and Turbo SE which both utilise a 4-cylinder variable geometry Turbocharged engine with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) gearbox.
“We are thrilled to announce the addition of new variants to the award winning Emira, one of the most successful Lotus models to date. In 2025, the Emira range will extend to meet wider customer needs while retaining the brand’s DNA and driving dynamics Lotus is renowned for,” says Dan Balmer, President & CEO, Lotus Cars
Powertrain performance
The Emira Turbo is powered by a 4-cylinder variable geometry turbocharged 360bhp engine with an 8-speed DCT gearbox. This performance has been enhanced in the new Emira Turbo SE which is equipped with 400 bhp and has an increase in torque of 50Nm. The Emira V6 maintains its 400bhp charge-cooled and supercharged 3.5-litre V6 engine, which is available with a choice of standard 6-speed manual or cost option 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Core Features
Lotus has incorporated new levels of performance features and all new design features into the Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE and Emira V6. In addition to a wide array of options that are available for customers who want to choose the Emira that reflects them.
Emira Turbo
The Emira Turbo features new core performance features such as single piece brakes, alongside a host of new design features. These include new 20” 10-Spoke lightweight cast alloy wheel in gloss silver, new ‘Emira Turbo’ branding, new standard foot pedals and a new interior technical fabric headliner.
Other key core features include Vivid Red paint, black brake callipers, black leather interior, 12-way electric seats, Touring suspension settings and the acclaimed Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres which have been developed exclusively for Emira.
Emira Turbo SE
The Emira Turbo SE also hosts a variety of new performance features such as an increase of 40 bhp and 50 Nm which equates to an 11mph increase in top speed and a reduction in 0-100km/h time to 4.0 seconds. The Emira Turbo SE comes with the Lotus Drivers Pack as standard including Sports suspension settings, uprated cross drilled and ventilated two-piece brake discs and launch control.
In addition to performance enhancements the Emira Turbo SE also comes with a variety of core design features. These include newly finished 20” V-spoke forged Satin Grey wheels as standard as well as Zinc Grey paint, Alcantara headliner, red brake calipers, new ‘Emira Turbo SE’ badging, new black Lotus branding and black Lotus badging and tailpipes.
Emira V6
The Emira V6 includes performance features such as cross drilled and ventilated two-piece brake discs, Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres, Touring suspension and a limited slip differential (LSD) for manual models. The Emira V6 also hosts a number of design features such as headlining, A-Pillars and Cantrail in black technical fabric and new branding.
Naming
The naming of the vehicles stems from Lotus’s rich history. The Emira Turbo reflects not only the 2-litre turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine but when the turbo was first implemented in 1980 with the Turbo Esprit, which was one of the early production sports cars to use this technology.
Further, the Emira Turbo SE harks back to when SE was originally an optional ‘Special Equipment’ package, first introduced on the Type 14 Elite. It was also used with the Type 26 Elan, Elan SE Turbo, Lotus Cortina and the Elan S3, Elan S4 and Plus 2. In addition, Lotus has historically used the SE variant to identify higher output and more standard equipment are the Esprit Turbo SE, Excel SE, Elan SE and the Europa SE. Hence to stay true to the Lotus ‘SE’ brand, the Emira Turbo SE adopts ‘SE’ to reflect the higher output and increased levels of equipment.
Yep, Base V6 and i4 order will open for the rest of the world and the Turbo SE will be released. Sucks to be those that have the Turbo with 360hp.
All that means is that Lotus have enough allocation from Toyota to offer V6 base for the rest of the world. US sources have already said that there maybe further V6 base allocation for the US if there were any left over after that. V6 production will end late 2025 or early 2026.
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centerpunch
Emira Fan
That is not exactly recent news, it's a press release from September 2024.
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