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Lotus Evora 400 3.5 V6 (406 Hp) Automatic
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Lotus Evora:
The Lotus Evora is a sports car produced by the British company Lotus. The car, which was developed under the project name Project Eagle, was launched on 22 July 2008 at the British International Motor Show. The Evora S was launched in 2010 with a supercharged 3. 5-litre V6. A facelifted and more powerful Evora 400 model was unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, followed by another more powerful variant, the Evora GT430, which was unveiled in 2017.
The Lotus Evora is based on the first all-new vehicle platform from Lotus Cars since the introduction of the Lotus Elise in 1995. The Evora was planned to be the first of three vehicles to be built on the same platform. The sales target was 2,000 cars per year, with prices between £45,000 and just over £50,000, and sales in America scheduled from the beginning of 2010....(Read more on Wikipedia)
400 Overview:
Lotus Evora (400). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1422 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.2 s). The top speed reaches 280 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lotus Evora 400, like many low-volume, specialist sports cars, has not been officially tested by Euro NCAP. Its focus is primarily on performance and driver engagement rather than mass-market safety ratings.
3.5 V6 (406 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The automatic variant maintains the impressive 406 Hp output and 4.2-second 0-100 km/h acceleration, offering seamless shifts for both spirited driving and daily usability.
Fuel Economy
Identical to the manual, the automatic version achieves a commendable 9.7 l/100 km combined, showcasing efficient power management for a supercharged sports car.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering feel
- • Powerful and characterful supercharged V6 engine
- • Distinctive and beautiful design
- • Relative exclusivity and driver engagement
- • Surprisingly good fuel economy for its performance
Cons:
- • Limited practicality and interior space (especially rear seats)
- • Firm ride quality may not suit all drivers
- • Limited dealer network and potentially higher maintenance costs
- • Interior quality, while improved, still lags some rivals
- • Road noise can be prominent at speed
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT4: 2012 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lotus |
| Model: | Evora |
| Generation: | 400 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (406 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | August, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 406 Hp @ 7000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 117.5 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 3500-6500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2GR-FE More details about the engine 2GR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 3456 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.75 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 280 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.5 kg/Hp, 285.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 288.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1422 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4394 mm mm [310mm more] |
| Width: | 1845 mm mm [43mm more] |
| Height: | 1229 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2575 mm mm [205mm more] |
| Front track: | 1564 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/35 R19; 285/30 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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