Preview: 2010 Lotus Evora

Lotus has been known for some time now to make cars that handle like they are on rails. In a way they seem like street legal racing carts but I would not want to diminish the true value of a Lotus by calling them go-carts. The new 2010 Lotus Evora is additional proof in that Lotus is serious about performance and tickling the fancy of true car enthusiasts.

We will have our chance to get our hands wrapped around the steering wheel of an Evora hopefully in February. It has been confirmed; the all new 2010 Lotus Evora will become available in early 2010 with a price tag of around $73,500. Already, the first few months of the allotment of Evora’s has been spoken for.

The new 2010 Lotus Evora is the newest addition of Lotus’s lineup since the introduction of the infamous Elise in 1995. The Evora will be a mid-engine layout powered by the proven 3.5-liter Toyota V6. Don’t let that fool you, the Toyota V6 has been reworked to provide that throttle response you would expect out of a Lotus instead of your daddy’s Toyota Camry. Horsepower is rated at 276 @ 6,400 rpm and 258 pound-feet of torque @ 4,700 rpm.

The Evora should skedaddle from 0 to 60mph in about 4.9 seconds made possible through the 6 speed transmission from Toyota while getting a nice 30mpg on the highway. This power is transferred to the ground through 18 inch wheels up front and 19 inch in the rear. 4 pot Lotus AP Racing calipers biting down on cross-drilled discs will be responsible for bringing this high performance insect to a stop.

Two Lotus Evora’s should be making their way on a tour to each of the 44 Lotus dealerships in the U.S. within the next few months. Look for more information to make its way to AutomotiveAddicts.com in the next couple months before the Evora lands at a dealership near you.

Press Release

PRESS RELEASE

2010 Lotus Evora Pricing Will Start at $73,500 in the US

In preparation for the arrival of the all-new 2010 Evora into the US market during the first quarter of 2010, two Evoras are set to begin a 44 dealer Open House Tour. Following are the Evora’s US market product content, option packages, pricing details and the full Open House Tour schedule.

All-New 2010 Lotus Evora Prepares for Launch

While Evora production for the UK and European markets has been ramping up for months to begin fulfilling their orders, production for the US and Canadian markets has yet to begin. Though the Evora has only been shown on a few occasions thus far in the US and Canada, approximately the first two months of production are already pre-sold. To enable more sports car aficionados an opportunity to see the Evora in person, starting Friday, November 13 two Evoras will embark on a 44 dealer Open House Tour of the US.

The Lotus Evora in Summary

The Lotus Evora will enter the sports car market as the only mid-engine 2+2 in production. Evora is designed for people who desire the exotic sports car characteristics of stunning design, exclusivity, dramatic proportions and performance. However, it offers real-world usability, surprising efficiency and a unique sense of occasion as well.

Powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 producing 276 hp at 6,400 rpm and 258 lb./ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm, the Evora employs innovative lightweight chassis technology to ensure all-around exceptional dynamic performance, in keeping with the great Lotus tradition. From its beginning over 60 years ago, Lotus’ consistent guiding principle has been to achieve ‘performance through lightweight’ and that’s always meant all facets of performance including efficiency. The Evora provides unassailable proof of this ethos as the only regular production car in the world capable of accelerating from 0 – 60 mph in under 5 seconds (4.9), on up to a top speed over 160 mph (162) while also delivering 30+ miles per gallon on the highway.

Inside the Evora simplicity meets sophistication in an exquisite combination of detailing and hand-built craftsmanship. By using only the finest leather from renowned experts Muirhead, the interior is hand-trimmed and twin-stitched to create a beautifully tactile and visually striking environment. Genuine aluminum instrument and center console surfaces contain ergonomically positioned controls providing a purposeful drivers’ cockpit. The leather wrapped steering wheel is tilt and telescopically adjustable, flat-bottomed to ease entry and exit and made from ultra-lightweight magnesium to provide super-precise feel through the wheel. The adjustable Recaro seats cradle the occupants and, along with the perfectly placed aluminum pedals, complete the optimum connection between driver – Evora – and the road. The rear seat area is cleverly hidden within the exotic, mid-engine profile of the Evora. An Alpine audio system with available touch-screen navigation, iPod™ (and other MP3 player) connectivity, Bluetooth and other amenities make the journey all the more pleasant. The Evora is a pure sports car that you can happily, comfortably enjoy every day.

For peace of mind, the 2010 Lotus Evora has a 3-year/36,000-mile limited vehicle warranty with an 8-year chassis perforation warranty.

Lotus Evora Standard and Optional Equipment

Lotus Evora Standard and Optional Equipment Pricing

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Lotus Evora Dealer Open House Promotional Tour

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