EVORA
The essense of the Evora is found in its exceptional engineering and focus on performance. Production combines high technology processes with hand finishing techniques, from chassis construction through to final assembly. Teams of specialists oversee every process ensuring Lotus’ high-quality engineering standards are met during every stage of the build.
The state-of-the-art Evora chassis is composed of an extruded and bonded aluminium structure, developed for its lightweight yet incredibly stiff design, with a central tub containing the driver’s cockpit and safety cell - a format closely reflecting the layout and construction of modern-day racing cars. Its unique design ensures a chassis so stiff that it takes 27,000 Nm to twist it just one degree.
Whatever the circumstances - graceful curve, hairpin or sweeping straight, the Evora rises to all occasions. With perfectly weighted power-assisted steering, it displays total fluency and agility on the road. And, like no other sports car in its class, it transmits directly to the driver via extra sensory feedback. Its highly tuned suspension ensures it tracks accurately through corners, soaking up bumps and smoothing out changing surfaces along the way. Its cross-drilled and ventilated four-piston caliper disc brakes are unparalleled, effortlessly bringing the car to a standstill whenever called upon, without the slightest hesitation.
EVORA 400
The Lotus Evora 400 is the fastest Lotus road car of the New Millennium. Its lightweight chassis has been lowered and widened to make cockpit entry and exit to the 2+2 composite body easy. The Evora 400 exudes the Lotus spirit of lightness and driving purity so succinctly. Despite producing 400 hp (406 ps) from its 3.5-litre supercharged V6 engine, with its comfortable cabin displaying many new features, the overall kerbweight of the Evora 400 has been reduced by 42 kg over its forebear. As a result, its exquisite power to weight ratio, combined with an aerodynamic package that maintains zero lift but increases downforce at high speeds, simply enhances its supercar appeal.
The exquisite 3.5-litre V6 engine has been modified significantly to achieve the supercar performance of the Evora 400. Its induction system has been supplemented by a revised supercharger and a water-to-air chargecooler, that raises power to an outstanding 400 hp (406 ps). Select the first of its six, close-ratio, manual gears and the acceleration is viscerally exciting. In fact, the automatic version is even swifter off the mark, its performance sharpened by the Race setting in the Dynamic Performance Management system. A V-max of 186 mph (300 kph), experienced from within the Evora 400’s purposefully equipped and comfortable cabin, provides proof positive that Lotus makes supercar ownership not only extremely focused but also both entrancing and giant-killing.
Underpinning the Evora 400 supercar is a brand new, efficient, structurally rigid and low weight extruded and bonded chassis-tub. Based on more than 60 years of Lotus racing and sportscar developments, its torsional rigidity is outstanding. As one of the strongest chassis available, it allows the suspension to work more efficiently, to provide unparalleled grip, amazing comfort, supercar dynamics and an overall balance that is totally engaging. Yet, it is 42 kg lighter than the outgoing Evora model, features more equipment and literally doubles the downforce available.
The Evora 400 is Lotus‘s fastest model, worthy of supercar status. It is stylishly attractive, beautifully designed, yet purposefully aerodynamic. From its aggressive new front cooling intakes, past the fascinating lateral graphics, to its more prominent rear, 5-blade airflow diffuser and new three-element tail spoiler, it is every inch the purpose-built supercar. Yet, because it is a Lotus, the Evora 400 features ‘zero-lift’, although the aero package increases downforce by 23 kg at V-max, to make more efficient use of its immensely capable road manners.
EVORA 400 HETHAL EDITION
A significant anniversary requires a significant car and, Lotus is marking 50 years since the founding of its famous factory with a limited Hethel Edition of its benchmark Evora 400.
As well as marking 50 years in Norfolk, the Hethel Edition allows Lotus fans to enjoy some of the company’s iconic colour schemes. Buyers can choose between Essex Blue, Motorsport Black, and Racing Green when ordering the Hethel Edition 400, with either black or red leather or Alcantara interior trim available depending on bodywork colour.
Winning the praise of customers and the motoring press since its launch, the Evora 400 weighs in at just 1,395 kg and epitomises Lotus’ approach to efficient engineering.
The Hethel Edition 400 perfectly illustrates how customers can personalise their vehicle through the Lotus Exclusive programme. Developed by the Lotus Design team, the programme combines traditional British craftsmanship with modern design. It has been conceived to inspire customers, allowing them to tailor vehicles to their personal taste. With a comprehensive array of options, it provides an alluring alternative to an off-the-peg sports car.
EVORA SPORT 410
The Evora Sport 410 is the result of Lotus’ philosophy of continuous improvement. With a lower centre of gravity, and a kerb weight slashed to just 1,325 kg, the car provides an impressive 309 hp/tonne, and builds on the achievements of the excellent Evora 400. In addition to boosting straight-line speed, the significant reduction in mass has allowed sharper, more agile and intuitive handling - with even greater accuracy and feel.
Complementing the weight savings is a higher-output version of the supercharged, 3.5-litre 6-cylinder engine, developed through the Lotus 3-Eleven project which has beaten Nürburgring records. As a result, the car boasts 410 hp at 7000 rpm and 420 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm.
The high-performance, carbon fibre components have played the single biggest role in the evolution of the Evora Sport 410. These include front splitter, roof panel, tailgate, and rear diffuser as well as race-derived sports seats and a revised front access panel. The one-piece carbon tailgate incorporates a louvered section, inspired by some of Lotus’ most-famous heritage models, and together with carbon rear quarter-light panels help provide the car with a sleeker, fastback-style trailing roofline. These changes have also improved the car’s aerodynamic downforce by 15% with no increase in drag.
The car’s reduced kerb weight has allowed the recalibration of the suspension, with improved geometry and completely revised damping, as well as a ride height 5mm lower than the Evora 400. As a result, handling is sharper, along with better body and roll control, yet ride comfort and composure is retained. Ultra light-weight, 10-spoke forged aluminium wheels, and optional Michelin Cup 2 tyres, complete the car’s dynamic revisions.
EVORA GT4 (TRACK ONLY)
Suitable for several SRO Racing Championships and the Lotus Cup Series, the Lotus Evora GT4 is designed to provide a competitive racing package straight ‘out of the box’. Its lightweight chassis and the composite and carbon fibre body provide a surprising amount of cockpit space, despite the compact exterior dimensions. The Evora GT4 exudes the Lotus spirit of lightness and driving purity to perfection. Boasting 356bhp (360PS), its kerbweight is an exceptional 1,200kgs in race trim. As a result, its exquisite power to weight ratio, combined with an aerodynamic package that maintains zero lift but increases downforce, simply enhances its on track performance appeal.
With a 3.5-litre, normally aspirated V6 engine, power is at an outstanding 356bhp (360PS), allied to a strident 328lbs ft (445Nm) of torque. Select the first of the its six, close-ratio, sequential gears and the acceleration is phenomenally exciting from a standing start. Equally exciting is its stopping power from the four-pot competition brakes set-up, experienced from within the Evora GT4’s spartan but purposeful cockpit. It provides proof positive that Lotus makes race car ownership not only extremely focused but also both entrancing and potentially giant-killing.
Underpinning every Evora GT4 is an efficient, structurally rigid and low weight extruded and bonded chassis-tub. Based on more than 60 years of Lotus racing car developments, its torsional rigidity is outstanding. It allows the adjustable race suspension to work efficiently, to provide leech-like grip, surgically sharp turn-in and a dynamic balance that is mind-blowing.
The Evora GT4 makes no pretence about its race-winning potential. It is attractive, well designed, yet purposefully aerodynamic. From its aggressive front splitter, past the lateral air intakes, to its more prominent rear airflow diffuser and bootlid spoiler, it is every inch the purpose-built racecar. Yet, because it is a Lotus, the Evora GT4 features ‘zero-lift’, although the aero package increases downforce, to make even more efficient use of its beautiful on track manners.