Shout Out from Motor1.com!!

[Blue Dude]

They referenced and linked a thread here.

The 2026 Lotus Emira Is Better. But It's Also Pricier

The 2026 Lotus Emira is better than last year’s car, but it’s more expensive than before. Learn how much the sports car will cost here.

www.motor1.com

 

[sixtyy]

Edited: Geez. Raceline is a no buy. Hand painted racing stripe - what about wrapping the stripe after market so the stripe can be removed?

 

[Kalel]

Geez. Raceline is a no buy. 20inch wheels - it will be horrible for driving. Hand painted racing stripe - what about wrapping the stripe after market so the stripe can be removed?

I’m confused. Aren’t they all 20 inch wheels and have been since launch?

 

[geoffbland]

I’m confused. Aren’t they all 20 inch wheels and have been since launch?

Yes, stock Emiras have 20" wheels.

 

[sixtyy]

Ahh my bad. I thought stock was 19 inch.

 

[LotsOfTriumphsUsuallySexy]

“That’ll buy you a Mercedes-AMG-powered Lotus with a four-cylinder turbocharged engine making 360 horsepower.”

AFAIK, all i4 IN THE US are 400 hp and always have been

 

[NorCalEmira]

Edited: Geez. Raceline is a no buy. Hand painted racing stripe - what about wrapping the stripe after market so the stripe can be removed?

Yeah, it's a stretch to call the Raceline a separate model at this stage. I'm sure they'll add more content over time but there isn't much there currently.

 

[Black Ice]

The article mentions the two new colours and then adds the following:

Tangerine Orange is a $7,800 upgrade.

I’m confused…. Is this a third new colour and why so expensive?