Lotus Evora

2+2 mid-engined coupé (reference: original model, naturally aspirated V6)

280 ch · 5.1 s (0-100) · 261 km/h · 2009

Identification

Body / seats

coupé 2 seats or 2+2; transverse mid-rear engine

Design / style centre

Lotus (Russell Carr)

Assembly

Hethel, Norfolk (England)

Production

series · 6 117 units (2009–2021) · only 2+2 mid-engined grand tourer at launch · numerous variants (S, 400, Sport 410, GT410, GT430)

⚠️ Identification notice. The Evora (2009–2021) evolved from the original naturally aspirated V6 3.5 towards supercharged (roots-type) variants: S, 400, Sport 410, GT410, GT430. This specification sheet takes the original naturally aspirated model as the reference, with the full variant tree detailed in section 10. Not to be confused with the Evija (electric hypercar). See section 10.

Powertrain *(original Evora)*

Engine

Toyota 2GR-FE V6 3,5 L naturally aspirated (block shared with Lexus/Toyota) — (later variants: supercharger + intercooler)

Bore × stroke

n/a (n.c.)

Power

280 hp (276 hp) (S: 350 hp; 400: 406 hp; GT430: 436 hp / 430 hp)

Torque

≈ 342 Nm (GT430: 440 Nm)

Redline

≈ 7 000 rpm

Compression ratio

n/a (n.c.)

Fuelling

naturally aspirated injection (then supercharged from the Evora S/400 onwards)

Valve gear

DOHC, 24 valves, variable valve timing

Forced induction

naturally aspirated (original); supercharged thereafter

Lubrication

wet sump (à confirmer)

Mounting

transverse mid-rear

Engine distinctions

Toyota block, revised by Lotus (ECU, exhaust)

Transmission

Gearbox

6-speed manual (Aisin) or 6-speed automatic (IPS)

Layout

transverse mid engine

Differential

Torsen limited-slip differential (on sporting variants)

Driven wheels

rear-wheel drive

Associated systems

driving modes (depending on variant)

Performance *(range benchmarks)*

0–100 km/h

≈ 5,1 s (original) → 4,2 s (400) → ≈ 3,8 s (GT430)

0–200 km/h

n/a (n.c.)

Top speed

≈ 261 km/h (original) → 300 km/h (400) → 305 km/h (GT430)

Reference circuit

Hethel — Evora record ≈ 1'25"8 (GT430)

Chassis & suspension

Chassis / materials

extruded/bonded aluminium structure; composite bodywork

Rigidity

high (Lotus lightweight philosophy)

Front/rear suspension

double wishbones, sport springs/dampers (adjustable on GT430)

Steering

rack and pinion, hydraulic power assistance (renowned feedback)

Braking

ventilated discs (AP Racing/Brembo depending on variant)

Front/rear tyres

Michelin Pilot Sport (Cup 2 on GT variants)

Front/rear wheels

forged wheels (GT variants)

Aerodynamics

Cd

n/a (n.c.)

Downforce

increasing by variant — GT430: ≈ 250 kg at 305 km/h (deep splitter, high-mounted wing)

Devices

splitter, wing, diffuser (uprated on GT410/GT430)

Methodology

Lotus aerodynamic heritage

Dimensions, weight & capacities

L × W × H

4 395 × 1 848 (1 858 on GT) × 1 229 mm

Wheelbase

2 575 mm · Front/rear tracks: n/a

Ground clearance

low · Overhangs: n/a

Dry weight

≈ 1 258 kg (GT430) · Kerb weight: ≈ 1 248–1 442 kg depending on variant

Weight distribution

rear-biased (no precise figure available)

Centre of gravity

low (no figure available)

Fuel tank

≈ 60 L · Boot: ≈ 160 L (2+2)

Electronics & dynamics

Dynamic controls

switchable ESP/traction control, ABS, limited-slip differential (sport variants)

Driving modes

Drive/Sport/Race (depending on variant)

ECU / software architecture

Lotus engine management (dedicated ECU)

Fuel consumption & emissions

Consumption

≈ 9–11 L/100 km (combined) (à confirmer)

CO₂

moderate for the category (à confirmer)

Standard

Euro 5/6 depending on model year

Lineage & positioning

Replaces

Lotus Europa S (and, in spirit, the Esprit)

Replaced by

Lotus Emira

Key rivals

Porsche 911 / Cayman, Audi R8 (V8), Jaguar F-Type

Not to be confused with: original Evora (naturally aspirated, 280 hp) vs Evora S / 400 / Sport 410 / GT410 / GT430 (supercharged, 345 → 436 hp) GT430 (2017, 60 units) — the most powerful Lotus road car of the era (250 kg of downforce, 1 258 kg dry) Configurations 2 seats vs 2+2 Elise / Exige (smaller), Emira (successor), 3-Eleven (track derivative) Evija — electric hypercar (unrelated) Racing variants (Type 124: GT4, Cup, GTS, GTE ~470 hp — Le Mans podium 2011)

Collectability & valuation

Rarity

series production (6 117 units), but GT430 (60 units), Sport 410 and manual-gearbox examples are sought after

Desirability

dynamics/steering widely praised, Lotus lightweight ethos, reliable V6 (Toyota-derived), progressive power uplift through GT variants; original specification, low mileage, manual gearbox are key factors; values surprisingly firm

Points to watch

trim quality/electronics (early cars), engine access; supercharger maintenance (S/400+ variants); originality, service history

Valuation

on request (range + comparables + sources + date; GT430/manual premium)

Lotus Evora

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