
With all that kit there's some trade off in interior quality, the trim feeling cheap, and the ergonomics poorly thought out. Fortunately on the road it proves to be an enjoyable drive, Lotus working on the ride and handling, the only let down being the engine. A 1.8 will join that 1.6-litre petrol later this year which should turn the Impian into a seriously tempting proposition to budget conscious buyers.
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