Lotus Emira previewed in Malaysia – First Edition fully loaded, 400 hp, Msia Pen 1.13m RM, RM457k duty free

The Lotus Emira currently in Malaysia. It’s not an official launch yet, but Lotus Cars Malaysia has secured a unit for preview, which will take place this weekend (April 9-10) at its showroom in Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam. If you’d like to see the car in metal and try on the dimensions before putting your name on the pre-order book, here’s your chance.

By the way, the gray unit you see here is The exact car driven by former F1 champion Jenson Button at Laguna Seca last year. A pre-production unit, it is not included in the exact specifications of the First Edition that will be sold to the first Malaysian customers.

Today’s price list has the same data We reported in November 2021 – Lotus Emira V6 First Edition is priced at RM1,131,800 in Peninsular Malaysia fully taxed and RM456,900 in duty-free Langkawi. Yes, the difference of nearly RM700k between the two prices is tax-exclusive. RM457k is really much lower than AU$184,900 (RM855,551) Aussies are paying for First Editionso that…

A RM1 million Lotus may sound strange, but here’s some context. Emira is not a “toy car” like Elise and Exige; instead, it’s a well-equipped everyday sports car to rival the Porsche Cayman. The last Lotus powered by ICE (before world debut and Hethel, electric) has 405 PS (400 hp) and 420 Nm of torque – comparable to that of Cayman GT4 with 420 PS / 420 Nmand Porsche has base price from RM999k.

Behind the Emira’s cabin is a 3.5-liter V6 with an Edelbrock 1740 supercharger. This Toyota 2GR-FE is something Hethel is very familiar with, and here, it makes 405 PS (400 hp) and 420 hp. Nm with a six-speed manual transmission. Opt for the six-speed torque converter automatic transmission – the RM15k option – and you get 430 Nm.

Both the Aisin transmission will take your Emira up to 290 km/h, but the automatic is 10 times faster in the 0-100 km/h sprint (4.2 seconds) than the DIY transmission (4.3). second). The automatic comes with paddle shifters and the manual comes with the ‘lovely Lotus’ contact gearshift mechanism, even though it’s covered with grids here. The 2.0L AMG turbo-four with DCT . version will come later.

Hethel says that Emira – “the most complete lotus ever created” – is a quantum leap from now discontinued Elise, Exige and Evora. It’s still Lotus, it’s still “For The Drivers” and it’s still built on a lightweight bonded aluminum frame, but the Emira includes “a paradigm shift in terms of practicality, comfort, function and technology.” . A multi-talented Lotus is not one-way? We’ve heard that before with the Evora, but it’s certain that Emira plays better than the daily/GT game – it has to do.

Anyway, if your idea of ​​Lotus is EliseYou are in shock here. The Emira looks like a supercar every inch of it, just on a smaller scale. It rides on 20-inch V-shaped 5-spoke forged alloys (two-tone, silver, or diamond-cut gloss black versions are available as a free option) and two-piece brake discs with branded calipers that you don’t have to worry about. found here is part of the First Edition Specifications, along with a tire pressure monitoring system. Hydraulic power steering is standard. Well, that needs special mention, because Lotus.

On the outside, LED front and rear lights, automatic lighting with LED daytime running lights and an indoor welcome light are standard, along with titanium exhaust pipes, power-folding rearview mirrors and sensors. rear parking variable. The first version is fully equipped with four optional packages, and one of them is the Lower Black Package, which means that the front bumper spoiler, front splitter, side sills and rear diffuser are all available. glossy black.

Emira’s modern cabin is still designed with minimalism, but far from spartan. In front of the flat bottom multifunction steering wheel (smooth leather or Alcantara depending on your choice) is a 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster and to the left is a 10.25-inch central touch screen. It supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and has Bluetooth and a USB/12V outlet for charging.

The 340W 10-channel sound system was developed with the famous British audio brand KEF and the speakers are its signature Uni-Q device.

12-way power-adjustable seats, four-way lumbar and two driver memory presets are linked to the auto-dimming, door mirrors (so does the rearview mirror). Look around and you’ll also find automatic climate control, cruise control, keyless entry (under the red hood for some Lambo-style movies), and possible driving modes Selection. Ambient light is also white.

Buyers can choose from seven interior colors at no extra cost – Nappa leather in red, black, gray or brown; or Black Alcantara with red, yellow or gray stitching. The satin chrome finishes and Lotus-branded door sill plates complete the look, which looks quite luxurious for a Lotus.

There’s more. As mentioned, the First Edition comes standard with a number of optional packages, and the Design Pack adds its own visor, sport pedals, black Alcantara head covers, and color options for the brake calipers (black). , red, gold or silver). Lotus brand foot mats are also included. The Utility Package adds front parking sensors, a reversing camera, automatic wipers with air-conditioning spoilers, auto-dimming mirrors and rear luggage nets. Of course there’s also the FE badge.

Last but certainly not least for the driver’s car is the Driver Package, which gives customers a choice of Tour or Sport. The more comfortable Tour suspension is paired with Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport tyres, while the Sport suspension is mated with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 rubber. Basically, you want to beat the clock at Sepang or Emira every days because you’ve got an Exige to do the hard stuff?

All this series, and so much more! This is a Lotus that comes with ADAS and a suite of driver aids including adaptive cruise control, anti-collision system, fatigue warning, road sign information, vehicle speed limiter, warning lane departure, rear cross traffic alert and lane change assist. Really changed the paradigm.

There aren’t many options left, but First Edition buyers can add the automatic transmission (RM15k), Black Package (RM8k to black paint the hood, armrests, mirror caps, rear Lotus badging, and a tube finisher) exhaust) and a Scorpion vehicle tracking system for RM5,800.

That’s ultimately it for the car. Back to price. Registering peninsular Malaysia will simply set you back RM1.13 million, which sounds a bit much, but when you consider that Elise Final Edition already has full tax 609k…

There is a way to solve this problem, and it is called Langkawi. Pay the tax-free rate of RM457k, keep Emira in paradise for a year or two, and then bring it home for significantly less than the RM1.13 million Peninsular Malaysia RRP. Its all details hereand if you want to know more about logistics and warehousing in Langkawi, ask Lotus Cars Malaysia. The first cars of customers will be delivered to customers in August this year.

Anyway, the updated version of Emira First Edition configurator is now online and you can specify base supercar on the official Lotus website. This preview unit is available to view later this week – call Lotus Cars Malaysia at 016-6112388 to reserve a spot. They are located at 43, Jalan Astaka U8/84A, Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam.

GALLERY: 2022 Lotus Emira in Malaysia

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