Rich B wrote: ↑Tue Jul 06, 2021 9:47 pm
do you mean the design or the style this time?
They just look too big at first glance. Not looked too closely. That's my initial impression.
The black one in Harry M's IG live has much smaller wheels - I think that's why it doesn't look as good (though I'm all for smaller wheels from a driving POV)
Nope, they're the same size wheels, its just sitting much higher than the blue one.
I think it looks fantastic, i'd probably have the 4 pot DCT version.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 9:55 am
by Jobbo
I agree with Dan. Genuinely tempting, though I didn't buy an Alpine A110 which I also loved so I doubt I'll ever get one.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 11:26 am
by integrale_evo
Yeah, it’s just visual trickery with the diamond cut wheels and ride height on the blue one, much prefer the all silver wheels on the black one.
I think it looks great.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 11:29 am
by Simon
Love it.
I configured one without the black pack and with simpler wheels on the Lotus site and it looks great.
4 banger with paddles for me please.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 11:34 am
by duncs500
Like.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 12:16 pm
by Rich B
I like it, I doubt I'll ever see one though!
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 1:03 pm
by scotta
Rich B wrote: ↑Wed Jul 07, 2021 12:16 pm
I like it, I doubt I'll ever see one though!
Quite a few deposits placed according to the seloc thread on it. Cub Racer version would be epic - stripped out with the 414 BHP AMG engine.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 2:45 pm
by RobYob
Harry quite enthused at the launch.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:07 pm
by PaulJ
Anyone know how wide it is over the door mirrors? (I'm always ambitious on judging viable gaps to go for!).
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:10 pm
by Holley
Been tempted with the A110 for a while but just didn't quite click. This however seems spot on (friend has placed his deposit for a yellow one with black pack, AMG with manual. But I'm thinking Green with Tan Leather, yellow callipers, no black pack, AMG with manual).
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:32 pm
by mik
Holley wrote: ↑Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:10 pm
Been tempted with the A110 for a while but just didn't quite click. This however seems spot on (friend has placed his deposit for a yellow one with black pack, AMG with manual. But I'm thinking Green with Tan Leather, yellow callipers, no black pack, AMG with manual).
AMG & Manuel isn't an option.
It will initially launch as a limited-edition First Edition model that uses the brand's Toyota-sourced supercharged 3.5-liter V6 engine, the same unit found in the Evora GT, and it'll be offered with either a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual. In summer 2022 the Emira will gain a second engine option: a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 sourced from Mercedes-AMG. This motor is the same one used by cars like the CLA45, but Lotus has given it a new air intake and exhaust system and mounted it transversely. The turbo four engine will only be offered with AMG's 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:39 pm
by mik
PaulJ wrote: ↑Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:07 pm
Anyone know how wide it is over the door mirrors? (I'm always ambitious on judging viable gaps to go for!).
"Key dimensions of the Emira are length 4,412mm; width 1,895mm; height 1,225mm; and wheelbase 2,575mm"
I have to assume that width is to the outer door mirrors.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 4:44 pm
by Brannen
Was going to say, thought the AMG variant only came with their DCT box.
Also, just seen this video in my recommended, Jensen Button driving it
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 6:34 pm
by Foz
I like that..
Presumably a cayman rival or have they kept the 2+2?
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 6:58 pm
by mik
2 seater only but with a little space behind the seats foe storage. (Not like an Evora though)
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 7:04 pm
by IanF
mik wrote: ↑Wed Jul 07, 2021 6:58 pm
2 seater only but with a little space behind the seats foe storage. (Not like an Evora though)
What are the dimensions of the V6 and i4? As you said Mik, they are pretty close power wise and the AMG can go higher than the V6 (A45S), so I’d think it foolish if they’ve had to increase the engine bay size for an engine that won’t last long.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 7:08 pm
by Mito Man
If they're going to keep it for aeons like Lotus usually do they'll probably end up having to shoehorn a hybrid lump in there eventually.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 8:44 pm
by nuttinnew
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Wed Jul 07, 2021 11:12 pm
by Nathan
Looks superb, I hope it is a success for them.
Re: Lotus Emira
Posted: Thu Jul 08, 2021 12:02 am
by mik
Surprising result.
I am not sure this will reflect the people willing to actually place hand in pocket….
They just look too big at first glance. Not looked too closely. That's my initial impression.