400 HP Lotus Emira V6 First Edition Coming To America For A Shade Under $94,000

Lotus is finally getting the attention it deserves and Americans can look forward to the Emira V6 First Edition, which will go into production in the third quarter of next year.

Set to cost $93,900 when it arrives stateside, the US-spec model features a mid-mounted 3.5-liter V6 engine that is sourced from Toyota and has been equipped with an Edelbrock supercharger. This enables it to produce 400 hp (298 kW / 405 PS) and up to 317 lb-ft (430 Nm) of torque.

The engine is connected to a standard six-speed manual – with a reduced torque output of 310 lb-ft (420 Nm) – but customers can opt for a six-speed automatic transmission for an additional $2,150. The latter gearbox enables the car to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.2 seconds, while the manual is a tenth of a second slower. However, both versions have a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h).

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Sticking with the performance theme, the Emira features a lightweight bonded aluminum chassis, a hydraulic power-assisted steering system and 20-inch ultra-lightweight forged alloy wheels that are available in diamond cut, silver or gloss black finishes. The latter are backed up by two-piece brake discs which feature Lotus-branded calipers. The model also comes equipped with the Drivers Pack, which gives customers a choice of a Tour or Sport suspension with Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport tires or a Sport suspension with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.

On the styling front, the Emira V6 First Edition features LED lighting units, a titanium exhaust finisher, and an expressive color palette that includes Seneca Blue, Magma Red, Hethel Yellow, Dark Verdant, Shadow Grey and Nimbus Grey. The model also comes standard with the Lower Black Pack, which adds gloss black to the front bumper air blades, front splitter, side sills and rear diffuser.

Moving into the cabin, buyers can order red, black, grey or tan Nappa leather as well as black Alcantara upholstery. When equipped with the latter, customers will have a choice of red, yellow or grey contrast stitching.

Elsewhere, there’s a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch infotainment system with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and factory navigation. Other highlights include 12-way power heated front seats with memory, satin chrome trim and Lotus-branded sill plates. The model also sports ambient lighting, cruise control and a drive mode selector.

If that isn’t impressive enough, the First Edition also comes with the Design and Convenience packs. The former includes sport pedals, a black Alcantara headliner and Lotus-branded floor mats. They’re joined by privacy glass and black, red, yellow or silver brake calipers. The Convenience Pack, on the other hand, adds front parking sensors, a rearview camera, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming mirrors and a rear storage net.

On the topic of packages, customers can order a $1,400 Black Pack that adds a black finish to the roof, mirror backs, exhaust finisher and rear Lotus badge.

If the Emira V6 First Edition is out of your price range, don’t fret as it will be followed by a more affordable First Edition that features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder from Mercedes-AMG. Lotus didn’t say how much it will cost, but an entry-level Emira will arrive in 2023 for $74,900.