Driving fans, get excited. Lotus has officially unveiled a revised lineup for its popular Emira model, introducing three new variants for 2025; the Emira Turbo, Emira Turbo SE, and Emira V6. These new models, which replace the First Edition variants that were introduced in 2022 and 2023, come with enhanced performance, new design features, and an expanded range of options for buyers.
Central to the lineup is the new Emira Turbo SE, which takes the spotlight as the quickest Emira yet. Equipped with a high-output version of the M139 AMG turbo four-cylinder engine, the Turbo SE delivers 298kW and 480Nm. The result? A blistering 0-100 km/h time of just 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 290km/h, making it the quickest Emira in Lotus’s stable.
For drivers who seek the excitement of turbocharged performance but at a more accessible price point, the Emira Turbo carries over the 268kW output from the outgoing Emira First Edition. This model, which will be available in Australia from October 2024, maintains Lotus’s signature blend of speed, handling, and lightness, but at a starting price of $199,990. Meanwhile, the Emira Turbo SE is priced from $209,990.
For those who prefer the six-cylinder experience, the Emira V6 continues to feature a 298kW supercharged 3.5-litre Toyota-based engine. This variant is offered with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, and retains many of the performance and design cues that have made it a favourite among driving enthusiasts. While orders for the Emira V6 in Australia are expected to open in 2025, the wait may be well worth it for purists who appreciate the raw power and traditional Lotus feel of a supercharged engine and a manual gearbox.
Lotus has also introduced a number of core performance and design features across the Emira range. The Emira Turbo now comes with 20-inch 10-spoke lightweight cast alloy wheels in gloss silver, black brake calipers, and new ‘Emira Turbo’ branding.
Inside, the new model features black leather upholstery, 12-way power seats, and a new technical fabric headliner, offering both comfort and a sporty touch. The Turbo SE, in addition to its uprated engine, adds 20-inch V-spoke forged satin grey wheels, red brake calipers, and a unique Zinc Grey paint finish.
A key performance enhancement in the Turbo SE is the inclusion of the Lotus Driver’s Pack, which offers sports suspension, uprated cross-drilled and ventilated brake discs, and launch control for optimal performance on the track.
The V6 variant, meanwhile, maintains its appeal with standard features like Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport tyres, a limited-slip differential for manual models, and ventilated two-piece brake discs. Its interior is finished with black technical fabric on the headlining and pillars, contributing to a clean and refined look.
Beyond the power and design updates, Lotus is ensuring that the Emira lineup offers more customisation than before. A new range of option packs, additional wheel finishes, and audio system upgrades are all available to suit different tastes. Customers will also have the choice of various internal and external branding options to make their vehicle unique. Dan Balmer, president and CEO at Lotus Cars for Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, said:
“We are thrilled to announce the addition of new variants to the award-winning Emira, one of the most successful Lotus models to date. In 2025, the Emira range will extend to meet wider customer needs while retaining the brand’s DNA and driving dynamics Lotus is renowned for.”
The Emira Turbo and Turbo SE will be available for order in Australia starting in mid-October 2024, with the Emira V6 set to follow in 2025. Prices start from the following (excluding on-road costs). Prices for the V6 are yet to be announced.
2025 Lotus Emira Turbo 8-speed DCT: $199,990
2025 Lotus Emira Turbo SE 8-speed DCT: $209,990
