Skip advert
Advertisement

New Lotus Emira Limited series celebrates past motorsport triumphs

A very limited number of Emiras donning iconic liveries will be available for European markets

A new collection of Lotus Emira Limited series models has been revealed, each showcasing one of five liveries inspired by past motorsport success and innovation. 

Each individual livery will be limited to 12 cars and offered for sale in 12 European markets – referencing the legendary Ayrton Senna’s race number – but the UK won’t be one of those, making this an EU-only special. 

The liveries are applied to the actual paintwork rather than via decals, and precede the launch of a new personalisation programme that Lotus will offer to all Emira models from 2025 called Chapman Bespoke. This new programme will allow customisation of both the exterior and interior – as seen in the Limited series models. 

Advertisement - Article continues below

The Type 99T and Type 97T – Formula One cars that were driven to victory by Ayrton Senna – are referenced in two of the liveries, while a third is dedicated to the Type 25 that was applied to Jim Clark’s championship winning car. 

The remaining two – the Type 78 and Type 86 – recognise F1 cars that represented a leap in technological innovation: radical aerodynamics and Lotus’ iconic twin-chassis cars. 

There are no mechanical changes to the Emira Limited series cars, with each running an AMG-sourced four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a dual-clutch transmission. 

Power is rated at 360bhp, delivering a 0-62mph sprint of 4.3 seconds and a 171mph maximum speed. This powertrain has now finally joined the existing supercharged V6 following delays in homologation.

The specials are priced from €98,107 (the equivalent of £81,000) on the continent.

Want the latest car news in your inbox? Sign up to the free Auto Express email newsletter...

Skip advert
Advertisement
Senior staff writer

Senior staff writer at Auto Express, Jordan joined the team after six years at evo magazine where he specialised in news and reviews of cars at the high performance end of the car market. 

Find a car with the experts

Skip advert
Advertisement

Recommended

Lotus Emira Clark Edition revealed as tribute to Jim Clark’s all-conquering 1965 season
Lotus Emira Clark Edition - front

Lotus Emira Clark Edition revealed as tribute to Jim Clark’s all-conquering 1965 season

Just 60 units of the Emira Clark Edition will be built - all getting a supercharged V6
News
2 May 2025
Lotus Emira now comes with 400bhp whether you choose V6 or four-cylinder turbo
10,000th Lotus Emira produced in Hethel - front 3/4

Lotus Emira now comes with 400bhp whether you choose V6 or four-cylinder turbo

The company recently celebrated producing its 10,000th Emira
News
4 Mar 2025
Best sports cars to buy 2025
Best sports cars - header image

Best sports cars to buy 2025

Fun and thrills by the bucketload, these are the best sports cars for your money
Best cars & vans
5 Feb 2025

Most Popular

Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper
Renault 5 - front full width

Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper

The modern-day Super Cinq comes with a super price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 14 May
News
14 May 2025
Best electric cars 2025: the top 10 best EVs you can buy
Best electric cars header

Best electric cars 2025: the top 10 best EVs you can buy

Thinking about making the switch to an electric vehicle? Here are the EVs that should be on your shortlist, and why…
Best cars & vans
14 May 2025
Kia is returning to its 'Keeping It Affordable' roots
Opinion - Kia

Kia is returning to its 'Keeping It Affordable' roots

Mike Rutherford thinks new cars are simply too expensive, but some manufacturers are starting to do something about it
Opinion
19 May 2025