2020 Lotus Evora GT
- Fastest and most powerful road-going Lotus for USA and Canada – top speed 188 mph (303 km/h)
- 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and 422 PS
- Weight only 3,104 lbs (1,408 kg), 71 lbs (32 kg) lighter than the Evora 400
- Available to order now
Relentless in its development of world-class sports cars, Lotus has unveiled the new 2020 Evora GT for North America, replacing the Evora Sport 410 and Evora 400.
Available in both 2 seat and 2+2 configurations, and with manual and automatic transmissions, the Evora GT is the latest in the Evora line and provides more power and torque from an already celebrated sports car.
Employing selected lightweight carbon fibre components as standard, the new Evora GT enjoys a sleek silhouette. However, as with all Lotus sports cars, aerodynamic downforce is also a requirement and this new GT-class coupe generates up to 64 kg of downforce (double that of the Evora 400) making it the new benchmark when compared to similarly priced rivals.
The Evora GT is powered by a specially calibrated and tuned higher-output version of Lotus’ supercharged, 3.5-litre 6-cylinder engine with integrated water-to-air charge cooler, producing 422 PS (416 bhp) at 7000 rpm and 317 lb-ft (430 Nm) of torque from 3500 rpm to give a 0-60 mph time of just 3.8 seconds. The automatic option has 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) and returns a similar acceleration time.
With all the lightweight options fitted, mass is further reduced to 3,104 lbs (1,408 kg). This gives a total weight saving of 71 lbs (32 kg) when compared to the Evora 400.
2020 Lotus Evora GT
LOTUS EVORA GT IN MORE DETAIL
The additional downforce is created by the efficient management of airflow under and over the car. A front lip, mounted beneath the lightweight composite grille mesh grille, reduces undercar airflow, front wheel arch air louvres and sculptured carbon fibre ducts behind each rear wheel vent high pressure air from the wheel arches and a motorsport-derived rear diffuser all contribute to increasing downforce front and rear. Curved lower A-panels smooth airflow along the sides of the car, reducing drag. Cumulatively this elevates the Evora GT to the top ranks of Lotus’ most aerodynamically efficient road cars.
As befitting a high-performance sports cars, carbon fibre plays a considerable role in the car’s construction. Standard carbon composite components include the rear bumper, curved A-panels, rear wheel ducts and sill covers. The optional Carbon Pack includes the front access panel, roof panel, a one-piece louvered tailgate with integrated spoiler and diffuser surround all in carbon fibre contributing to the mass reduction by 49 lbs (22 kg).
This focus on the car’s critical mass delivers its headline power-to-weight ratio of up to 300 PS / tonne (295 bhp / tonne) and the top speed to 188 mph (303 km/h).
Reducing un-sprung mass, ultra-lightweight, fully machined, forged aluminium wheels (19" 8J front and 20" 10.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) are available in either High Power silver or gloss black as standard. The option of upgrading to one inch wider (10.5J) rear wheels is available in diamond cut satin black or red. Stopping power comes courtesy of AP Racing four-piston calipers front and rear with lightweight 2-piece cross-drilled and ventilated brake discs (front 370mm x 32mm, rear 350mm x 32mm).
Making the most of the traction on tap, the Evora GT uses Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres (245/35 ZR19-93Y at the front and 295/30 R20-101Y at the rear) with a sports suspension package of Eibach ultra-light, low-sideload springs and Bilstein sports dampers – all fitted as standard.
Further mass reduction for the Evora GT comes from the optional a titanium exhaust, cutting 10 kg from beyond the car’s rear axle.
In addition to Lotus’ slick, six-speed manual gearbox with a Torsen type limited slip differential (LSD), the Evora GT is also available with an automatic transmission option. Quick shifting through the gears via lightweight aluminium paddles mounted to the steering wheel contributes to a 0-60 mph time of 3.8 seconds.
The new Evora GT features four driver selectable ESP modes – selected via a dashboard switches. ‘Drive’, ‘Sport’, ‘Race’ and ‘Off’. Sport and Race settings increase throttle response, respectively increasing traction slip - allowing the driver a finer degree of control before intervention.
For the interior, the dashboard, door panels, transmission tunnel and centre console are all trimmed in black Alcantara®, complemented by contrast twin colour stitching (bespoke leather is an option). The lightweight magnesium steering wheel is clad in leather and Alcantara®, the instrument binnacle cover is carbon fibre, as are the backs of the Sparco race seats. An integrated 7” touch-screen infotainment system with AppleCarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth® functionality, satellite navigation and reversing camera is also standard.
Every new Lotus Evora GT can be personalised through the increasingly popular Lotus Exclusive programme. Developed by the Lotus Design team to inspire customers, it combines traditional British craftsmanship with the best of modern design, and allows owners to tailor vehicles to their personal taste. Since its introduction last year, roughly a third of all new Lotus cars now undergo some form of customisation.
The new 2020 Lotus Evora GT can be ordered now for the USA and Canada.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| PERFORMANCE | UNITS | MANUAL | AUTOMATIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power | PS / bhp | 422 / 416 | 422 / 416 |
| Max torque | lb-ft / Nm | 317 / 430 | 332 / 450 |
| 0-60 mph | s | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| Max speed | mph / km/h | 188 / 303 | 174 / 280 |
| CO2 emissions | g / mile | 441 | 440 |
| Wet / kerb weight | lbs / kg | 3,175 / 1440 | 3,199 / 1451 |
| Lightest possible weight | lbs / kg | 3,104 / 1,408 | 3,128 / 1,419 |
| Downforce at max speed | lbs / kg | 141 / 64 | 141 / 64 |
| Power-to-weight ratio (lightest possible) | hp / tonne | 300 PS / tonne 295 bhp / tonne | 297 PS / tonne 293 bhp / tonne |
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
- 3.5 litre (3,456 cc) V6, 24-valve, water cooled, all aluminium engine, with Edelbrock supercharger
- 6-speed manual transmission, with gearbox cooler, coupled to Lotus’ precision shift aluminium mechanism
- Lightweight, single-mass, low inertia fly wheel
- Torsen Type Limited Slip Differential (manual only)
CHASSIS AND BODY
- Anodised, lightweight aluminium, extruded, epoxy bonded and riveted high-stiffness chassis
- Lightweight composite panels with louvred exit ducts above wheel arch
- Servo assisted, lightweight 2-piece cross-drilled and ventilated brake discs and AP Racing four piston calipers (front 370mm x 32mm, rear 350mm x 32mm)
- Unequal length, high lateral stiffness, forged aluminium, double wishbone suspension with Eibach® tubular front and rear anti-roll bars
- Sports suspension package: Eibach® ultra-light, low-sideload springs, front and rear, fitted to Bilstein® sports dampers
- Lotus tuned hydraulically-assisted, rigidly-mounted, rack and pinion steering system, with 2.86 turns lock-to-lock
- Driver selectable ESP modes – Drive / Sport / Race / Off
- Active exhaust valve control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
EXTERIOR SPECIFICATION
- Composite and glass tailgate with three element rear wing
- Lightweight rear aluminium sport diffuser with composite surround
- Carbon rear bumper with exposed lower area
- Carbon A-panels
- Side sills in matt black finish
- Mirror caps in gloss black finish
- Glass rear quarter panel
- AP Racing® brake calipers, red finish with black logo
- Michelin® Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres (front 245/35 ZR19-93Y, rear 295/30 ZR20-101Y)
- Lotus designed, ultra-lightweight, fully machined, forged aluminium wheels (19" 8J front and 20" 10.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) in gloss black or High Power silver
- Powerfold and heated door mirrors
- Bi-xenon headlights
- LED daytime running lights
- Oval exhaust finisher
INTERIOR SPECIFICATION
- 2+2 and 2+0 seat configuration
- Sparco® sports seats with carbon backs, trimmed in black Alcantara® and perforated leather, with red or black Alcantara® stripes and contrast twin stitching
- Instrument panel, centre console and door panels trimmed in black Alcantara® with contrast twin stitching in yellow and white or red and white
- Carbon fibre instrument binnacle
- Steering wheel trimmed in black leather and Alcantara®, with black stitching
- Door grab handle in black Alcantara®, gear lever gaiter and hand brake sleeve in black leather
- Alcantara® trimmed switch cover
- Interior Colour Pack: centre console panel and door grab handles in black
- Instrument panel surround, steering wheel finisher, HVAC panel and door release levers in gunmetal finish
- Rear parking sensor
- Lightweight aluminium gear knob
- Aluminium face level vents and blanking plate surround
- Dark grey headlining
- Black carpet
- Carbon fibre sill covers
- Lightweight driver's footrest
- Lightweight aluminium pedal pads
- Premium infotainment unit (7" screen, including AppleCarPlay & Android Auto, satellite navigation and reversing camera)
| DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,394 mm |
| Width | 1,972 mm |
| Height | 1,223 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55 litres |
| CONSUMPTION (mpg) & EMSSIONS | ||
|---|---|---|
| MANUAL | AUTOMATIC | |
| City | 16.9 | 17.4 |
| Highway | 25.9 | 23.9 |
| Combined | 20 | 20 |
| CO2 emissions (combined) | 441 g / mile | 440 g / mile |
| Options: TRANSMISSION AND PERFORMANCE | MSRP |
| 6-speed automatic transmission, with gearbox cooler, ultra-fast changes via steering wheel mounted lightweight aluminium paddles | $ 2,700 |
| Titanium Exhaust | $ 8,000 |
| Options: INTERIOR AND TRIM | MSRP |
| Lotus developed steering wheel trimmed in black Alcantara® with red racing line indicator | $450 |
| Lotus developed steering wheel trimmed in black leather with red racing line indicator | $450 |
| Interior colour pack (body colour) | $750 |
| Bespoke leather interior | $4,500 |
| Bespoke double stitching | $1,000 |
| Options: EXTERIOR AND BODY | MSRP |
|
$10,000 |
| Lotus designed, ultra-lightweight, forged aluminium wheels (19" 8J front and 20" 10.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) in diamond cut satin black | $3,250 |
| Lotus designed, ultra-lightweight, forged aluminium wheels (19" 8J front and 20" 10.5J rear 10 spoke alloy wheels) in red | $2,750 |
| OptionS: COMFORT AND COMMUNICATION | MSRP |
| Sub-woofer and amplifier | $500 |
| PAINT and Livery OPTIONS | MSRP |
| Standard paint | NCO |
| Metallic paint | $3,750 |
| Premium paint | $5,900 |
| Exclusive paint | $8,100 |
| Lower side sill – body colour | $1,100 |
| Lower side sill – bespoke colour | $1,100 |
| Bespoke colour mirror caps | $350 |
| Brake callipers (black or yellow) | $450 |
| MARKET | Evora GT Retail Price |
| USA | $96,950 MSRP |
