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The 2026 Lotus Emira Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 3rd July 2025. The Lotus Emira is regarded as a sport built in Great Britain with prices starting at $204,900 before on-road costs.
This Lotus Emira is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 265 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 430 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 53L fuel tank
The Lotus Emira measures 1235mm (48.6 inches) in height, 4413mm (173.7 inches) in length, 1985mm (78.1 inches) in width with a 2570mm (101.2 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1455kg (3207.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Emira Base comes standard with 245/30 Rnull front tyres and 295/30 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
182.13 - 202.06 kW/t
83.8 kW/t
285.05 kW/t
Boot Space
151 litres
151 litres
420 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
57,936 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
2 years
10 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Ground Clearance Unladen
129 mm
100 mm
129 mm
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Dimensions
4,413 mm
1,985 mm
inc mirror: 2,092 mm
inc mirror: 2,092 mm
1,235 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,413 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,985 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,092 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,235 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,900 mm |
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Explore Lotus Emira Features & Specs
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1991
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
ICE (Combined): 208.0
ICE Testing Type: ICE
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.0
Main Capacity (L): 53
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.7
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
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
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 576
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 358
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 10.9
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 9.2
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 26
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 275
Maximum Speed (mph): 171
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 360
Maximum Power (kW): 265
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
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: Bca01
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
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
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: 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): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
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
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Front Track (in): 63.9
Front Track (mm): 1624
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 129
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
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
Rear Track (in): 63.4
Rear Track (mm): 1610
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
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: Not Installed
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: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
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): 1423
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 190
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 7
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Floor Mats
Material: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: 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: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: 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: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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