, hurling the AWD hatchback from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. This mad motor’s partner in crime is an eight-speed AMG Speedshift 8G DCT.
“The 2.0-litre is the world’s most powerful production in-line four-cylinder unit mated to AMG’s acclaimed DCT with paddle shifts and driving modes. It’s high-performance, hugely efficient thanks to cutting-edge technology, and delivers low emissions and linear performance. On top of all that, it’s been tuned in-house by the hugely experienced Hethel engineers to deliver that distinctive Lotus experience,” Lotus director of vehicle attributes Gavan Kershaw said in 2021.
Customer deliveries of the four-cylinder Emira will start later this year. For now, we have the sexy sports car with the familiar Toyota 3.5L V6 engine. Boosted by an Edelbrock 1740 supercharger, the 2GR-FE makes 405 PS and 420 Nm and is paired to a six-speed manual gearbox. Or a six-speed torque converter automatic option with an extra 10 Nm, which you don’t want.
, we’re expecting the 2.0 AMG DCT version to be faster in almost every situation, while returning superior fuel economy and lower road tax. But will it be as characterful as the V6. Most certainly not, as the good ol’ supercharged six-pot is a quirk in a new car in 2023, and it’s the only Emira to come with a manual.
Whether 2.0T or 3.5 V6, the Emira is a last hurrah for Lotus as we know it, as it’s the final sports car from Hethel to be powered by an internal combustion engine. All EVs after this, and an
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