Lotus Emira is now lighter, more powerful than before
What's the story
Lotus has unveiled the latest addition to its Emira line-up, the 420 Sport. The new model is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine from Mercedes-AMG, delivering an impressive 414hp and torque of up to 499Nm. This makes it more powerful than both the standard Emira and last year's Emira SE models. The car can go from zero to 100km/h in just 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 300km/h.
Performance
An optional Lightweight Handling Pack is available
The Emira 420 Sport is paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, powering the rear wheels. It offers a torque increase of up to 70Nm over the standard Emira and 20Nm over the SE variant. The car also comes with an optional Lightweight Handling Pack that makes it lighter by some 25kg, while adding an equivalent amount of downforce for improved road grip.
Design upgrades
It improves brake cooling by up to 10%
The Emira 420 Sport gets a host of aerodynamic improvements, including a new front splitter, larger air intakes, and redesigned front ducts. It also features vents on the front fenders and a louvered panel above the engine bay for improved airflow to radiators. The car's brake cooling has been improved by up to 10%, while exhaust valve airflow has been boosted by an impressive 30%.
Specs
It gets 2-way adjustable dampers
The Emira 420 Sport flaunts two-way adjustable dampers, a lithium-ion battery, and a Lotus Track Performance app for recording lap times. It also has carbon-fiber shift paddles and an exterior carbon-fiber package as optional extras. The car sits 5mm closer to the ground on stickier tires with an updated suspension setup for improved handling and stability.
Market launch
Pricing and availability
The Emira 420 Sport is now available for order, with deliveries slated to begin in August 2026. In the US market, the starting price is set at $122,900 (around ₹1.2 crore). The new model also comes with a removable tinted glass roof panel as optional across the range for an open-air driving experience.