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Lotus Evora GT (North America) 3.5 V6 (416 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)
GT (North America) Overview:
Lotus Evora (GT (North America)). With 450 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1408 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.8 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.
3.5 V6 (416 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This supercharged 3.5 V6 delivers exhilarating performance, propelling the lightweight Evora GT to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. The 416 Hp is perfectly matched to the car's agile chassis.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy of 11.7 l/100 km combined is typical for a high-performance sports car with a supercharged V6. It's not frugal, but acceptable given the power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and steering feel
- • Potent supercharged V6 engine with strong acceleration
- • Lightweight construction contributes to agility
- • Exclusivity and unique exotic appeal
- • More practical than some rivals with 2+2 seating (though rear seats are small)
Cons:
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to modern rivals
- • Limited practicality with small trunk space
- • High running costs including fuel and specialized maintenance
- • Significant road and engine noise at speed
- • Limited dealer network for servicing
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT430: 2017 - August, 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lotus |
| Model: | Evora |
| Generation: | GT (North America) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (416 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 416 Hp @ 7000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.4 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 450 Nm |
| Engine displacement: | 3456 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 280 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.4 kg/Hp, 295.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 319.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1408 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4394 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1972 mm mm [127mm more] |
| Height: | 1223 mm mm [6mm less] |
| 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, 370 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.0J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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