Lotus Emira -

: This is the enthusiast's choice, featuring a 3.5L supercharged Toyota-sourced engine. It is praised for its "orchestral" sound, mechanical steering feel, and engaging manual shifter.

Reviews suggest the Emira effectively offers two different personalities based on the powertrain chosen: Lotus Emira

: Powered by a Mercedes-AMG 2.0L turbocharged engine and an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). It offers more torque and can feel faster in a straight line, but some reviewers find the engine lacks the "soul" of the V6 and the DCT can occasionally feel "clumsy" at low speeds. Pros and Cons : This is the enthusiast's choice, featuring a 3