The 2024 Lotus Emira marks the end of an era for the British carmaker as its final gas-powered sports car. This mid-engined beauty offers two distinct engine options, a Toyota-sourced 3.5-liter supercharged V6 with 400 horsepower and a 2.0-liter turbo-four with 360 hp from AMG (arriving later).

The V6 variant is the only one available with a manual gearbox. Weighing just 3,097 pounds, the Emira encapsulates the true essence of Lotus in a compact, fun, and modern sports car package.

Built on Lotus’ latest Sports Car Architecture with bonded extruded aluminum chassis technology, the Emira boasts a sporty exterior and a wraparound driver’s cockpit equipped with cutting-edge driver-assistance features. Despite not being the fastest in its class when compared to rivals like the Porsche 718 Cayman and Chevrolet Corvette Z06, the Emira stays true to Lotus’ reputation for providing thrilling driving experiences.

As the farewell to gas-powered Lotus sports cars, the Emira serves as a fitting tribute, combining performance, agility, and modern amenities. To explore the full in-depth review of this remarkable sports car, follow the provided link.