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Jack Quick
2025 Lotus Emira revives old nameplate with power bump to match
Lotus has gone back to the 80s with its latest update to the Emira. Thanks to a power bump the new Turbo SE is also the quickest Emira ever.
2 Years Ago
Mclaren 720S vs Lotus Emira
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2019 Mclaren 720S - Base
4.0L, 7-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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2024 Lotus Emira - First Edition
2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
First Edition
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
4.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
11.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.2 / 100 km
Power and torque
530kW / 770Nm
Power and torque
268kW / 430Nm
655km
667km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Side Doors: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
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Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.0
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 10.25
Traffic Info: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: 0
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Telematics
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Telematics
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 249
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Engine
Engine (cc): 3994
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M480t
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 1991
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 655
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 407
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 21
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 17
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 14
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 667
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 414
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 2.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 341
Maximum Speed (mph): 212
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 275
Maximum Speed (mph): 171
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 720
Maximum Power (kW): 530
Maximum Torque (Nm): 770
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 364
Maximum Power (kW): 268
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.2
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: SSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 305
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 101
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
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Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Sport Exhaust Pipe
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Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 372
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 5.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 151
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 47.1
Overall Height (mm): 1196
Overall Length (in): 178.9
Overall Length (mm): 4543
Overall Width (in): 76.0
Overall Width (mm): 1930
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 129
Overall Height (in): 48.6
Overall Height (mm): 1235
Overall Length (in): 173.7
Overall Length (mm): 4413
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 74.6
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1896
Overall Width (in): 78.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2092
Overall Width (mm): 1985
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
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Paint
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Green
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1419
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3128
Tare Weight (kg): 1373
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1455
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3208
Tare Weight (kg): 1453
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 560
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 10
Subwoofer: yes
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
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Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Knee Airbags
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Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Airbag
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Branded
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Branded
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Service
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