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Lotus may return to V8 power for the first time in over two decades
The British brand’s final combustion-powered model, the Emira, could ditch its V6 engine in favour of V8 power to meet Euro 7 emissions laws.
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About the Lotus Emira
Last updated Sep 29, 2025The new Lotus Emira is a sports car offered in a 2D Coupe body style. Available in Australia from $199,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the First Edition variant and topping out at $213,990 for the First Edition.
There is 1 variant of the Emira available in Australia and this generation went on sale in August of 2024.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo (268kW/430Nm) and 3.5L supercharger (298kW/420Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2024 Emira is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2025 Lotus Emira Price
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $199,990 |
| 3.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $213,990 |
| 3.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | $209,990 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Lotus Emira Specs
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2025 Lotus Emira Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Lotus Emira
The most fuel efficient Lotus Emira is the First Edition with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.5L Supercharger and uses 9L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Lotus Emira | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 9.2 L/100km |
| 3.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 9.0 L/100km |
| 3.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 9.0 L/100km |
2025 Lotus Emira Warranty
What is the warranty on a Lotus Emira?
The Lotus Emira offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Lotus Emira FAQs
The cheapest Lotus Emira is the First Edition that starts from $199,990.
The most expensive Lotus Emira is the First Edition that starts from $213,990.
The best towing capacity of a Lotus Emira is offered by the First Edition which can tow null kg
The largest Lotus Emira is the First Edition which measures 1985mm wide, 4413mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Lotus Emira is the First Edition which has 298kW of power from its 3.5L Supercharger engine.
The Lotus Emira is built in Great Britain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lotus Emira is the First Edition which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Lotus Emira uses Premium Unleaded.