Lotus Emira
The Emira is Lotus's mid-engined two-seat sports car and its last petrol model. In India the priced version is the Emira Turbo, with a 365 PS 2.0-litre turbo four and an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox driving the rear wheels. It suits an enthusiast who values steering feel and a light car more than outright power, and who can live with a Delhi-based dealer.
- Seating
- 2
- Engine
- 1991 cc
- Mileage
- Not published
- Mid-engined, rear-wheel drive and about 1,446 kg
- 365 PS and 430 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo petrol
- 0-100 km/h in a claimed 4.4 seconds
- 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
- Built in the UK; trade-deal duty cuts may affect future prices
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay as standard
- Emira Turbo₹3.22 crore
The only version with a published India price. It has the engine and gearbox most buyers will want for daily use. At about ₹3.22 crore it costs more than a Porsche 911 Carrera, so buy it for the way it drives and looks, not for value.
- Aston Martin Vantage₹3.15 – 3.35 crore
- Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé₹3.05 – 3.65 crore
- Porsche 911₹2.11 – 3.82 crore
Lotus Emira specifications
- Claimed mileageNot published
- Transmission8-speed dual-clutch
- Body typeCoupe
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine1991 cc
- Seating capacity2
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| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Power | 365 PS |
| Torque | 430 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | Not published |
| Seats | 2 |
| Length | 4412 mm |
| Width | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1225 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2575 mm |
| Ground clearance | Not published |
| Boot space | Not published |
| Fuel tank | Not published |
Lotus Emira variants: price and features
- Base variantEmira
Emira Turbo
₹3.22 croreOn-road priceKey features- 365 PS 2.0 turbo petrol, 0-100 km/h in a claimed 4.4 seconds
- 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, rear-wheel drive
- Touring suspension
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- 365 PS 2.0 turbo petrol, 0-100 km/h in a claimed 4.4 seconds
- 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, rear-wheel drive
- Touring suspension
- 10.25-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch driver display
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 12-way electric seats with memory
Our verdict on the Emira
The Emira is a proper driver's car, light and mid-engined, with the steering feel Lotus is known for. The Turbo is quick enough for any Indian road and its dual-clutch gearbox makes it easy to drive in traffic. The problem is the price. At about ₹3.22 crore ex-showroom, a figure CarWale puts at ₹3.05 crore, it costs more than a Porsche 911 Carrera at ₹2.11 crore, which is faster, more practical and backed by many more service centres. The Emira is also low, has little luggage space, and Lotus sells it through a single dealer group in Delhi. It is UK-built, so the India-UK trade agreement may lower its price over time, though we found no change yet. Buy it if you want something rarer than a Porsche and can accept the compromises. Otherwise the 911 is the sensible choice.
Good things
- Light, mid-engined layout with sharp handling
- Easy-going dual-clutch gearbox for daily driving
- Striking looks and rare on Indian roads
- Modern cabin with wireless phone mirroring
Could be better
- Costs more than a Porsche 911 Carrera
- Price unclear: listings show ₹3.22 crore and about ₹3.05 crore
- Very little luggage space; low ride height
- Single dealer group; service outside Delhi is limited
Lotus Emira colours and photos
- Vivid Red
- Nimbus Grey
- Shadow Grey
- Zinc Grey
- Atlantis Blue
- Meridian Blue
- Osmium Silver
- Dark Verdant
- Mist White
- Cosmos Black
- Hethel Yellow
- Seneca Blue
- Magma Red
- Purple Haze
- EOS Green
Lotus Emira: a driver's car at a price that needs a reason
The Emira is a two-seat, mid-engined sports coupe built at Lotus's factory in Hethel, England. It went on sale in India in January 2025 alongside the Emeya. Lotus launched it as its last purely petrol car. It is built around a bonded aluminium chassis with double-wishbone suspension, as Lotus sports cars have been for decades.
The Emira Turbo uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine sourced from Mercedes-AMG, making 365 PS and 430 Nm, with an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox driving the rear wheels. Lotus claims 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 275 km/h, at a kerb weight of 1,446 kg. The car is 4,412 mm long and only 1,225 mm tall. Standard kit includes touring suspension, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch driver display and wireless phone mirroring.
Lotus India also lists a Turbo SE, a manual V6 SE, Racing Line versions and the 420 Sport, but no Indian price is published for them. The Turbo's price is given as ₹3.22 crore ex-showroom by Lotus at launch and by Autocar India, but as about ₹3.05 crore by CarWale. Sales and service are through Exclusive Motors in New Delhi.
Emira or Porsche 911?
The 911 Carrera costs about ₹2.11 crore, is faster, has small rear seats and much better service reach. The Emira is lighter, mid-engined and far rarer. On value and ownership the Porsche wins clearly; the Emira is for someone who wants a different experience.
Will the India-UK trade deal make it cheaper?
Possibly, over time. The Emira is built in the UK, and the agreement that came into force in July 2026 cuts import duty on a limited quota of UK cars in stages. We found no report of a Lotus India price change, so ask the dealer whether any benefit has been passed on.
Can I get the V6 with a manual gearbox in India?
Lotus India's website lists the V6 SE with a six-speed manual, and it was named at the India launch, but no Indian price for it is published. Ask Exclusive Motors whether it can be ordered and at what price.
Is it usable every day?
With care. The dual-clutch gearbox is easy in traffic and the cabin is modern, but the car is low, luggage space is small and Lotus does not publish a ground clearance figure. Speed breakers and steep ramps need caution.
Emira vs rivals
| Spec | Lotus Emira₹3.22 crore | Aston Martin Vantage₹3.15 – 3.35 crore | Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé₹3.05 – 3.65 crore | Porsche 911₹2.11 – 3.82 crore | Maserati GranTurismo₹2.54 – 2.72 crore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol | 4.0 twin-turbo V8 petrol | 4.0 V8 turbo petrol | 3.0 twin-turbo flat-six petrol, 3.6 T-Hybrid flat-six petrol, 4.0 naturally aspirated flat-six petrol | 3.0 twin-turbo V6 petrol |
| Power | 365 PS | 680 PS | 585-612 HP | 394-711 PS | 490-550 PS |
| Gearbox | 8-speed dual-clutch | 8-speed automatic | 9-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT | 8-speed PDK dual-clutch (7-speed PDK on the GT3) | 8-speed automatic |
| Mileage | — | 8.1-8.3 km/l | — | 7.2-10.1 km/l | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Boot | — | — | 321 litres | 135 litres | 310 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Emira vs Vantage | Emira vs Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé | Emira vs 911 | Emira vs GranTurismo |
Lotus Emira on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹3.69 crore
- Mumbai₹3.80 crore
- Bengaluru₹4.01 crore
- Chennai₹4.01 crore
- Kolkata₹3.69 crore
- Bhopal₹3.82 crore
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Emira EMI
₹5,41,008 a month
On ₹3.22 crore ex-showroom, 20% down (₹64.40 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹67.00 lakh.
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Lotus Emira FAQ
What is the price of the Lotus Emira in India?
The Lotus Emira costs ₹3.22 crore ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Lotus Emira come with?
The Lotus Emira is sold with petrol power (2.0 turbo petrol).
How many people can the Lotus Emira seat?
The Lotus Emira is a 2-seater coupe.
What is the length of the Lotus Emira?
The Lotus Emira is 4412 mm long, 1895 mm wide and 1225 mm tall, with a 2575 mm wheelbase.
Does the Lotus Emira come with an automatic gearbox?
The Lotus Emira is offered with 8-speed dual-clutch gearboxes.
Which Lotus Emira variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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