Lotus Emira GT4: Enhanced Performance Model Now Available for Customers

The highly anticipated Lotus Emira GT4 is now in production and ready for delivery to its first customers worldwide. The GT4 variant of the Emira comes with a significantly enhanced specification and performance, making it an exciting prospect for motorsport enthusiasts.

Deliveries of the Emira GT4 will begin in the summer of 2023, with orders pouring in from various regions including the UK, Europe, China, Australia, and the USA. This global reach highlights the widespread interest in this high-performance race car.

The Emira GT4 has undergone thorough homologation for competition in GT4 classes around the world. Additionally, its comprehensive options list allows it to be eligible for non-homologated and specialist race series, providing versatility for racing teams.

Collaborating with renowned motorsport partner RML Group, Lotus has fine-tuned and upgraded the Emira GT4 since its unveiling at a VIP event in Norfolk last year. The enhancements include an increase in power by over 10% to 455 bhp, an all-new six-speed paddleshift sequential racing gearbox and control system, optimized aerodynamics suitable for various circuit types, and improvements to the braking system, springs, damping, and cooling packs.

Gavan Kershaw, Director of Vehicle Attributes at Lotus, who played a vital role in the Emira GT4's development, expressed his confidence in the race car. He stated, "The Emira road car was such an excellent starting point for a GT4, and we've now further refined and tuned the package with the team at RML to create what we believe is a highly competitive and performance-oriented race car."

For those eager to catch a glimpse of the Emira GT4 and learn more about its capabilities, it will be on display at the Snetterton round of the British GT Championship on 17-18 June. This provides an exciting opportunity for enthusiasts and prospective buyers to see the car up close and experience its racing potential.

The Lotus Emira GT4 represents the culmination of 75 years of innovation in both road and track performance. As Lotus celebrates its 75th anniversary, this race car marks a new era in GT racing for the iconic brand. Lotus has a rich history in motorsport, with numerous victories in Formula 1, including Constructors' titles and Drivers' Championships, as well as triumphs in prestigious races like the Indianapolis 500.

Building on the success of the Evora GT4, Lotus has chosen RML as its production partner for the Emira GT4. Each customer car will be meticulously hand-built by the RML team at a dedicated facility in Wellingborough, UK. The production of the Emira GT4 is not limited in number, ensuring that all enthusiasts can have the opportunity to own this extraordinary race car. The pricing for the Lotus Emira GT4 starts at £179,000 plus taxes and delivery.

For further information or inquiries about the Lotus Emira GT4, interested individuals can contact Russell Gibbons at the Lotus motorsport department via email at [email protected]. This provides a direct line of communication to obtain additional details or express interest in this exceptional race car.