2009 Lotus Evora pricing and dates
June 5, 2009 by David Twomey
The countdown to the exciting Lotus Evora has started with the initial media impressions of the 3.5-litre, mid-engine, 2+2 coupe drawing hugely positive comments and praise, and Lotus Cars Australia confirming the local pricing of the 2+2 and 2+0 Evora.
We actually have to agree with Lotus when it says the Evora will be the most significant Lotus car to be launched in the past decade and promises to be one of the most exciting new cars of its time.
The all-new Lotus combines traditional Lotus ride and handling attributes with a large, practical platform encompassing a whole new drivetrain.
The Evoras will enter the market as the only mid-engined 2+2 in production. The new car is a more holistic offering than the Elise, Exige and Europa models that have made the brand so iconic.
Despite exceptional international demand for the car, Lotus Cars Australia has secured a number of Evoras for Australia to satisfy Australian demand.
The initial global Evora production will consist of higher specification vehicles including the following (although customer can also order vehicles to their own specification now, for later delivery):
- 2+2 seating configuration
- Tech, Premium and Sport packs
- Hi-power silver cast alloys
- Bi-xenon headlamps
- Alpine Imprint Audio System
- Reversing camera
- Electric powerfold mirrors
These initial ‘Launch Edition’ vehicles include either Ardent Red or British Racing Green as standard, and all other colours from the Lotus range are available as a cost option.
The three option packs (standard on the Launch Edition) will be available as a cost option once the initial run of higher specification ‘Launch Edition’ vehicles is completed.
The Tech, Sport and Premium packs add items such as a touch-screen display, iPod connection, cruise control, parking sensors, accent lighting, full leather trimming in selected colour, traction control, sports diffuser and switchable sports mode
A sports ratio six-speed transmission is also available to experience the maximum performance offered by the V6 engine, combining a closer stack of ratios for improved acceleration and greater in-gear response.
As Lotus says the Evora is designed for people who desire exotic sports car characteristics of stunning design, exclusivity and performance, being powered by a 3.5-litre, V6 producing 206kW and 342Nm, and using innovative lightweight chassis technology.
Performance is spectacular with 0-100km/h in just over five seconds, combined with low emissions and fuel consumption of just 205g/km and 8.7l/100km (combined highway/urban cycle).
Inside, the Lotus Evora cocoons occupants with sumptuous leather surfaces juxtaposed with contemporary high-tech features.
With driver focused instrumentation the occupants sit in cockpit-like surroundings with flush-mounted controls that glow with blue LED haloes and stylised gauges.
Styled in-house by Lotus Design, the Evora’s sophisticated and attention-snaring lines brilliantly disguise its ability to accommodate passengers in the rear of the cabin, giving the car the external characteristics of a small, nimble sportscar belying its real exterior and internal space.
As well as being sold in a 2+2 configuration, the car will also be available as a two-seater, the space in the rear being allocated to luggage storage. An automatic version is in future planning.
The entry level Lotus Evora 2+0 will be priced at $149,990 (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges), with the Lotus Evora 2+2 being priced at $156,990 (recommended price before statutory and delivery charges).
The 2+2 adds the convenience and practicality of rear seats in addition to a host of luxury appointments both standard and optional including Alpine audio system, reversing camera and cruise control.
For peace of mind, the Lotus Evora has a three-year 100,000km whole vehicle warranty.
While the first customer deliveries are currently taking place in Europe, Australians will get the chance to experience the V6 Evora for themselves for the first time in the third quarter of 2009.
Both the initial higher specification vehicles and customer specified vehicles can be ordered now through the Lotus dealer network in Australia.
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Have You Left Lane D!ngo?
Sorry Wheelnut,I really dont get that one,please explain!
Got it,dont mix insults with serious questions please,its late you know,my Mum says I have to get to sleep soon,at least I will get to dream about driving all these cars.
No Patience For Idiots!, you must be finding it quite hard to have any patience for yourself right now as far as your thoughts on the Cayman go.
It may be a bit of a c*cks car but especially after being revised and facelifted, it’s now basically better than a 911 so drop the stupid thing about people only buying them because because they can’t afford a 911. They feel completely different! The 911 is excellent but the fact is that the new Cayman S is like a livelier 911 that handles better! It’s more nimble and light which also helps.
How is it not the most obvious competitor to this? They cost about the same, they are about the same size, they seat two and they’re both mid engined. Seems pretty natural to me.
Quick is actually pretty spot on here.
What image the car gives you really has nothing to do with what competes with what and if you believe otherwise then we really shouldn’t listen to your opinions.
I have just realised that the second paragraph of my previous comment is some what messy so just to clarify, “What image the car gives you really has nothing to do with what competes with what and if you believe otherwise then we really shouldn’t listen to your opinions” is aimed at No Patience For Idiots!, not Quick.
Yeah well you would think that Alex, owning one yourself now wouldn’t you ?
So your saying the cheaper Cayman is a better choice and a better handler than the 911 ,wow bet Porsche are pissed at themselves for making its poorer cousin a superior drive to the 911.
I bet you think the Cayman would outrun the GT-R around a track too ,seems that Nissan should have aimed the GT-R at the cheap old Cayman then hey!
Nice opinion dude ,you spend a lot of time defending your poor mans Porsche to others ?
I don’t own a Cayman, did I ever say that I did? I said I would rather one over the Evora. If I’ve written anything that says otherwise it was a mistake or another one of the Alex’s that comments on this site.
You obviously don’t read reviews (because most agree that the Cayman S is now the pick of the Porsches) and it doesn’t seem like you’ve driven one either. In fact, give me one good reason why your opinion is more valid than mine. You have words, I have actual experience.
And I wrote nothing about tracks and no I do not think a Cayman would beat the GT-R around one.
Ahhhhhhhhhhh the sound of back peddling.
Love to read a few of those reviews that state the Cayman is a better handling/car than the 911 you refer to.
Limited Edition Porsche Cayman S Sport”
Quote ” ALEX Says:
March 27th, 2009 at 6:59 am
I bought one of these on an 09 plate and i love it, my first Porsche ,love the handling and fast enough for the roads i travel,As always it has it knockers and people who say its a poor mans 911, if thats the case then i,m a VERY HAPPY POOR MAN ”
So your another Alex that loves the Cayman,how convenient.
I think you should go back and read what you wrote.
“Alex Says:
June 5th, 2009 at 7:57 pm
I find it quite interesting that people keep bringing the GT-R and the M3 up. I mean no offense to the GT-R lovers but the fact is that the GT-R just isn’t all that good. I mean, it’s fantastic at high speeds but the fact is that one would probably spend 99% if not 100% of their time in a GT-R simply on the road and on the road at normal speeds, the GT-R is no more fun than a Nissan Primera. I know that sounds a bit harsh but it’s true. This car may not be the fastest thing in the world but it is meant to be great fun and it is getting very good reviews.
I think it’s closest competitor would be the Porsche Cayman S, but considering how perfect that car is in every way, how could you buy this? I had this on my list at one point but now I’m not sure if I wouldn’t just prefer a manual Cayman S. The Cayman is even better than a 911 in many areas, including handling, and even if this car is for purists it’s not as if Porsche’s aren’t. The manual Cayman S is even being picked over the GT-R in most group tests in magazines I read. It’s just that good.
This does looks absolutely fantastic though. ”
The GT-R just isnt that good ??? Yet you believe the Cayman wouldnt beat the GT-R around a track . So is the Cayman good or not ?
Quote ” the GT-R is no more fun than a Nissan Primera” You actually believe that ?
Quote ” You have words, I have actual experience. ”
So should we call you the Stig from the amount of experience you have at driving ,not Alex !
I have driven 911s and read a few reports on the Cayman, none have been that special even against the M3 .
Hey Mr no patience,please leave Alex alone.He has read loads and loads of stuff about cars,and knows tons and tons of stuff about them.Well someone has read stuff to him,but by heck he can remember the stuff they read to him.
The movie Rainman comes to mind for some reason.