British sports car reduces weight by 25 kg, adopts elongated track deflectors and brings internal customization option in Tangelo Orange color
Lotus, a traditional British brand that belongs to Geely, has released the first images of the new Emira 420 Sport. The model arrives on the international market as a performance-focused evolution based on the Turbo SE version. The sports car is now available for pre-order with a starting price of US$ 122,900 (about R$ 629,200), with estimates of reaching around 1,080,000 yuan (about R$ 766,800) in the Chinese market.
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But the model’s great asset is the introduction of a lightweight suspension package that reduces the car’s overall weight by 25 kg, while simultaneously generating an extra 25 kg of downforce.
The exterior design retains the silhouette of the previous line, but adds punctual aerodynamic upgrades, such as side skirts and an elongated front baffle. The new redesigned air intakes increase flow by up to 15% to the radiators, while the rear gained a louvered cover that improves brake cooling.
The big visual novelty is the removable roof panel made of dark glass, which allows you to switch the car’s configuration between coupe and convertible. Inside, the cabin features digital screens and highlights the optional Hand Painted Pack, which adds vibrant Tangelo orange details to the belts, air vents and console.
Under the hood, the Emira 420 Sport keeps the 2.0 turbo engine in a center-rear position with rear-wheel drive. The mechanical set was calibrated to deliver a maximum power of 420 hp and peak torque of 51 kgfm. Power management is carried out by an eight-speed dual-clutch automated transmission. To ensure track handling, driving dynamics have been improved with a 5 mm reduction in ground clearance and the adoption of adjustable dampers from the renowned Multimatic brand.
