Especificaciones y análisis del Lotus Evora
Power
350HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
9.7l/100
Emissions
224g/km
0-100 km/h
4.8s
Top Speed
269km/h
Weight
1517kg
Price
85,686€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
RWD
2 / 3 doors
160 L
60 L
257.5 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lotus Evora S IPS · 350 CV (2012)
General description
The Lotus Evora S IPS is the embodiment of a bold idea: to merge the soul of a pure sports car with the comfort of an automatic transmission. In a world where Lotus is synonymous with total mechanical connection, this 350-horsepower Evora dared to offer a different experience, one that didn't require three pedals to unleash a storm of emotions on the asphalt.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Evora S is a ritual that awakens the senses. The supercharged V6, located right behind you, not only pushes with forceful strength from low revs but also composes an addictive soundtrack that gives you goosebumps. The hydraulic steering is an endangered gem; it communicates every texture of the road directly to your hands, creating a telepathic link between car and driver. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, but the number doesn't tell the whole story. It's the immediacy, the agility of a superb chassis, and the feeling of piloting something truly special that defines the experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its silhouette is unmistakably Lotus: low, wide, and sculpted by the wind. Every line and curve has an aerodynamic purpose, creating an exotic and aggressive look that turns heads. It's not an ostentatious car, but functionally beautiful. Inside, the atmosphere is intimate and driver-focused. The materials, though not luxurious, are honest and constantly remind you that you are in a high-performance machine, not a luxury sedan. It's a cockpit that embraces you and prepares you for what's to come.
Technology and features
The true technology of the Evora S lies not in touchscreens, but in its chassis and engine engineering. Its bonded aluminum structure is a masterpiece of lightness and rigidity, the heart of its dynamic behavior. The Toyota-sourced V6 engine, boosted by a supercharger, is an example of reliability and brutal performance. The double-wishbone suspension on both axles, more typical of a race car, ensures sublime contact with the asphalt. The IPS transmission was its major technological bet towards comfort, a bridge between purity and more relaxed use.
Competition
In its time, the Evora S IPS faced titans like the Porsche Cayman S. While the German offered almost clinical perfection and impeccable build quality, the Lotus countered with a more visceral character, a purer connection, and an exclusivity that the Porsche couldn't match. It also eyed models like the Audi TT RS, which played the card of all-wheel drive and raw power, but the Evora was always the choice of the purist who sought the essence of driving above all else.
Conclusion
The Lotus Evora S IPS is a sports car with a divided heart, and that's precisely what makes it so fascinating. It's a Lotus to the core, with exquisite handling and a soul that begs you to go faster, but with a concession to comfort that makes it a more versatile companion. It's not perfect, but its imperfections are part of its charm. It's an emotional machine, an unforgettable driving experience that proves you can have character and a bit of pragmatism in the same package.