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Lotus Evora Sports Racer 3.5 V6 (350 Hp) Automatic
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Lotus Evora:
The Lotus Evora is a sports car produced by the British company Lotus. The car, which was developed under the project name Project Eagle, was launched on 22 July 2008 at the British International Motor Show. The Evora S was launched in 2010 with a supercharged 3. 5-litre V6. A facelifted and more powerful Evora 400 model was unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, followed by another more powerful variant, the Evora GT430, which was unveiled in 2017.
The Lotus Evora is based on the first all-new vehicle platform from Lotus Cars since the introduction of the Lotus Elise in 1995. The Evora was planned to be the first of three vehicles to be built on the same platform. The sales target was 2,000 cars per year, with prices between £45,000 and just over £50,000, and sales in America scheduled from the beginning of 2010....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sports Racer Overview:
Lotus Evora (Sports Racer). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1442 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.7 s). The top speed reaches 269 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 (350 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic transmission provides smooth and rapid shifts, maintaining the strong performance of the 350 Hp supercharged V6. While slightly slower to 100 km/h than the manual, it offers a more relaxed driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Slightly better combined fuel economy at 9.7 l/100 km compared to the manual, making it a marginally more efficient option for daily driving, though still a performance car.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering feel, true to Lotus heritage.
- • Potent supercharged V6 engine delivers thrilling acceleration.
- • Lightweight construction contributes to agile dynamics.
- • Distinctive and attractive styling.
- • More practical than some rivals with 2+2 seating.
Cons:
- • Limited practicality with small boot and tight rear seats.
- • Firm ride can be challenging on poor road surfaces.
- • Interior quality, while improved, still lags behind some premium rivals.
- • High running costs typical of a performance sports car.
- • Limited dealer network and specialist maintenance requirements.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(S: 2011 - July, 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lotus |
| Model: | Evora |
| Generation: | Sports Racer |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (350 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | July, 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 350 Hp @ 7000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC - VVT-i |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 269 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.1 kg/Hp, 242.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 277.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1442 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4361 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2047 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1229 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2575 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/35 ZR19; 275/35 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
If you could change one thing about the Lotus Evora, what would it be?