Lotus Evora first generation
The Lotus Evora first generation (2009–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 36 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, and the United States.
Model codes: Type 122
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,350–4,390 mm RDW | 4,340–4,390 mm TC | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,850–1,880 mm RDW | 1,850 mm TC | 1,848–1,858 mm |
| Height | 1,230–1,240 mm RDW | 1,220–1,230 mm TC | 1,229 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm RDW | 2,580 mm TC | 2,575 mm |
| Front track | 1,564 mm ASTRA | 1,560 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,576 mm ASTRA | 1,580 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,343–1,417 kg RDW | 1,382–1,443 kg TC | 1,248–1,442 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,443–1,517 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,700–1,842 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2–4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Boot space | – | – | 160 L |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 57–170 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 1,359 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 55–60 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 249–300 km/h RDW | – | 250–315 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | – | – | 3.0 s |
| Torque | 346–438 Nm ASTRA | – | 350–450 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/40R18, 225/40R18, 245/35R19, 255/35R19
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, ja, es, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 94.1% (91.9–95.8) | 86.4% | 547 |
| 9–12 years | 91.4% (89.2–93.2) | 77.9% | 760 |
| 13 years and older | 89.5% (86.7–91.7) | 69.2% | 581 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 13.5% | 30.3% |
| Brakes | 10.9% | 28.3% |
| Suspension | 9.1% | 27.5% |
| Lights and electrics | 5.3% | 18.3% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 3.1% | 8.9% |
| Steering | 1.4% | 4.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
16 complaints for model years 2010–2018. 1 crash
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 36 versions of the Lotus Evora first generation
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European Union 9 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | 10.7 L/100 km WLTP | 245 g/km | 26 |
| 2017–2020 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | – | 225–242 g/km | 390 |
| 2015–2019 | 3.5 L | 298 kW (405 PS) | Petrol | – | 225–229 g/km | 628 |
| 2018–2019 | 3.5 L | 321 kW (436 PS) | Petrol | – | 234–236 g/km | 28 |
| 2017 | 3.5 L | 298 kW (405 PS) | Other fuel | – | 229 g/km | 96 |
| 2011–2015 | 3.5 L | 258 kW (351 PS) | Petrol | – | 224–236 g/km | 1,293 |
| 2011–2015 | 3.5 L | 206 kW (280 PS) | Petrol | – | 208–216 g/km | 122 |
| 2013–2015 | 3.5 L | 257 kW (349 PS) | Petrol | – | 227 g/km | 36 |
| 2010 | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | – | 212 g/km | 468 |
United Kingdom 21 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023GT410 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.0 L/100 km WLTP | 248 g/km |
| 2020–2023GT410 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.9 L/100 km WLTP | 245 g/km |
| 2019Sport 410 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.0 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2019Sport 410 | 3.5 L | 306 kW (416 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.6 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2019430 | 3.5 L | 321 kW (436 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.0 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2019430 | 3.5 L | 321 kW (436 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 10.6 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2017–2018Evora 400 · Evora Sport 410 | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 225 g/km |
| 2017–2018Evora 400 Auto | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 230 g/km |
| 2017–2018Evora Sport 410 Auto | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 232 g/km |
| 2015Evora | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 217 g/km |
| 2015Evora IPS Auto Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 210 g/km |
| 2015Evora S 19" wheels | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2015Evora S 20" wheels | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2015Evora S IPS Auto Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 217 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora IPS Auto Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | Automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 210 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora S (19" wheels) · Evora S 19" wheels | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora S (20" wheels) · Evora S 20" wheels | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | Manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora S IPS Auto Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | Automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 2012Evora Sport Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 2012Evora Standard Gearbox | 3.5 L | – | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 205 g/km |
France 4 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2014Evora (2+0) · Evora (2+2) | – | 206 kW (280 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.3 L/100 km NEDC | 217 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora (IPS) (2+0) · Evora (IPS) (2+2) | – | 206 kW (280 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 210 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora S (2+0) · Evora S (2+2) | – | 258 kW (350 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 9.9 L/100 km NEDC | 229 g/km |
| 2013–2014Evora S (IPS) (2+0) · Evora S (IPS) (2+2) | – | 258 kW (350 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2021 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 261–291 g/km |
| 2011–2021 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20–23 MPG (10.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 240–280 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.