New and better powertrain rumor?

[KKC]

Hey, guys
Recently, I heard that Emira may have a new much stronger powertrain, and this super powerful powertrain comes from its British compatriot. Do you guys have any news about that?

 

[kitkat]

Haven’t heard anything about this, what’s your rumor source?

 

[Nova]

This may be "lost in translation" rumors based on Lotus' recent announcement regarding Hybrids?

 

[Nick Sticks]

Are you referring to this press release:
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.

New performance flagship Turbo SE and revised lineup - Lotus Emira range - Lotus Cars Media Site

media.lotuscars.com

 

[CHEESE]

The problem with any future/new powertrain for the Emira is that it most-certainly will NOT have a manual transmission variant.

 

[CarrHarris]

I can say that during my tour of the factory I heard talk of a new engine the inference was to a hybrid engine.

 

[Mfonseca]

I can say that during my tour of the factory I heard talk of a new engine the inference was to a hybrid engine.

I heard the same.

 

[Nova]

When did you guys visit the factory? So you got an indication from the tour that a hybrid engine for the Emira is in the works?

 

[Emira Fan]

Mercedes does currently produce a 'hybrid' M139 engine.
Engine produces up to 469 HP; battery is used to spin the turbo. Downside iIMO is the wight, battery alone is 200 lbs.

 

[ADC]

Mercedes does currently produce a 'hybrid' M139 engine.
Engine produces up to 469 HP; battery is used to spin the turbo. Downside iIMO is the wight, battery alone is 200 lbs.

If they are considering any hybridisation at all, I do wonder if Geely would insist they use their new "super hybrid" powertrains?

The AMG option might make most sense from the perspective of re-engineering effort (and goodbye luggage area ), but Geely hasn't exactly been shy about pushing their broader agenda onto Lotus...

 

[kitkat]

Glad the OP stuck around to substantiate any rumors.

 

[MajHall04]

I’m more than happy with my I4 the way it is.